KGBC              Young Leaders of America group     New Baby Daniel

“Praise the Risen Lord!!”

Dear Friends,

Hallelujah!!

I hope and pray all is well with you and yours. The abundantly sprouting buds and the blooming flowers seem to be joining us in the praise of our Lord’s resurrection.

Last month, by God’s grace, the Rainbow Family Mission was selected for the Sharing On campaign by the Korean Gospel Broadcasting Network and received a generous donation of $5,000. We will use this support wisely to help those in need. We believe our good Lord will abundantly bless all the work of the Korean Gospel Broadcasting Network with His infinite favor.

The Young Leaders of America group has been faithfully serving at the mission center for over two years now, continuing to love and care for the children living here with unwavering compassion. We praise the Lord, who will surely bless their future.

Estella, who has been staying at the Rainbow Family for nearly eight months, recently gave birth to her precious son, Daniel. Though her journey has been difficult including the baby’s father being sentenced to prison after trial God has blessed her with this beautiful child. We ask for your prayers and support for Estella and her family.

In these troubled times, filled with so much pain and complexity, God has hidden away people like you and me those who remain steadfast in prayer, undivided from the world yet not swayed by its circumstances. Even now, we are grateful for His providence, allowing us to hold onto faith and live as His people, serving our neighbors. We hope to continue walking in victory, trusting in His plan.

1Peter1:3

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,”

To the supporters who thank the Lord’s grace and serve your neighbors, I pray and bless that above your family, church, business, and ministry, the Lord’s resurrection power that makes all things good and an army of angels will always be by your side.  

Because He lives,

Liz Lee Director of RFI

          Baby Shower                Young Leaders group              Gealsy’s 27 Birthday

Dear friends

Hallelujah!!

We hope you are staying well amidst these unpredictable weather changes. The Rainbow Family, striving to live according to God’s Word within His grace, sends you warm greetings.

Estella, who has been living with us at the Rainbow home, is expecting to give birth to a son next month. The mothers at the Rainbow home have generously gifted her with various items needed for the baby, celebrating her with genuine joy. Their gestures, filled with the heart of God, deeply moved not only Estella but also me. Thank you!!

During her time with the Foster family, Gealsy mentioned she had never celebrated a birthday party before. So, we gathered to celebrate her birthday, shared cake, and enjoyed a joyful day together. We are also deeply grateful for the love and support of our sponsors, who have helped Gealsy, after accepting Jesus and living at the Rainbow home, to enroll at Cyprus University. 

She is now happily studying and thriving. Thank you!!

Our longtime friends, the Young Leaders of America group, led by their president and several parents, visited us with daily necessities and snacks that the children love. We are once again thankful for the helping hands and prayers you have extended over the years. Thank you!!

James1:27

“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans

and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”

I pray that the power of resurrection of our Lord Jesus will be with you, your family, and your church always and God bless you!

Because He lives,

Liz Lee / CEO of RFI

 Korean Church of Orange County    Christmas Party               Mission Community Church

Happy New Year!!

Dear friends, 

Hallelujah!!

With hearts full of gratitude for the Lord’s boundless love and grace, the Rainbow family extends New Year greetings.

Even this Christmas, we are overwhelmed by the unchanging love and blessings of our dear supporters, numerous churches, organizations, and many kind individuals. We deeply appreciate the Lord’s abundant grace and eagerly anticipate His plans for us in 2025.

The 2024 Christmas event began with a sermon filled with grace and a praise service led by Pastor Jo Park of Ilshin Presbyterian Church, followed by a feast prepared by many of you in celebration of the Lord’s birthday.

We are sincerely grateful.

Just like the past 20 years, families of graduates from our ministry and over 50 neighboring families in need came to receive gifts. Thanks to the immense love and support from various churches and sponsors, no one left without a gift. We praise the Lord, who always performs the miracle of the five loaves and two fish. Hallelujah!!

Long-time supporters from the Mission community Church’s Amen group brought essential goods that can be used for a long time. We cannot express enough how much joy this brings to those who have nothing. Thank you!!

Pastor Chang-Kun Kim from the Korean Church of Orange County led a beautiful service with harp praise and words of inspiration. They also brought lasting essentials and gifts, providing great help. 

Our heartfelt thanks to Deacon Dong-Gil Kim from Il shin Presbyterian Church, who continuously supports the neighboring children with school supplies and backpacks every year. We shed tears of gratitude for the heavenly miracles we experience every Christmas.

Isaiah 61:3 

“To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.”

We pray that the protection, hope, and peace of the Lord will always be with you who constantly provide to neighbors in need with outstretched arms. We bless that yoube filled with spiritual things of heaven and the fertile things of the earth. 

Because He lives,

Liz Lee 

CEO of RFI

 Derek Ahn & Friend’s             2024 Thanksgiving              Good Shepherd Church

Merry Christmas!!

Dear Friends   

Hallelujah!!

How have you been during this ever-changing weather? We, the Rainbow Family, who seek a new life in the grace of the Lord and are being healed by His love, send our heartfelt greetings to you. We sincerely thank the living Lord for the love He has poured upon us throughout 2024 and for your prayers and generous support.

This Thanksgiving started with a graceful sermon and prayer by Pastor Isaac Oh, who serves at Ilshin Presbyterian Church, followed by a feast prepared by the members of Irvine Onnuri Church, who brought delicious food. Everyone who came to the mission center was able to eat and drink to their heart’s content and take home turkey and other foods. It was a special Thanksgiving thanks to their sincere support. We are deeply grateful.

Before the worship service, we shared words of GOD with long-time supporter and friend Downey Good Shepherd Church Pastor John Kim, his wife, and the elders. What a blessed time it was. We thank them for their love and support.

Among the volunteers of the ‘Share and Serve’ group, Derek Ahn, Daniel Kim, and Angela Kim made triangle kimbap and sold it at school for lunch, donating all the proceeds to support the Rainbow Family during the holiday. We believe that the Lord knows their love and warm hearts and will bless their future. Thank you.

Luke 2:14  

“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” 

We pray and bless that the infinite joy of Christmas and the blessing of living hope will be abundant in our supporters’ families, businesses, and Ministries. 

Because He lives, 

Liz Lee 

Director of RFI

       Shalom Church               2024 Walk-A-Thon                  Mia’s Birthday

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Dear Friends, 

Hallelujah!!

I hope and pray all is well with you and yours.

Living in the grace of the Lord with a grateful heart, Rainbow Family offers our monthly greetings.

The female leaders of Torrance Shalom Church visited our mission center. Among them was a deacon I remembered, and I was delighted to see her. I am grateful to have met such good people who have missions in mind and are planning church work. We had a wonderful time promising beautiful connections in the Lord’s love for the future. Thank you.

On October 19, 2024, we held our fall walk-a-thon. Workers from Emmanuel Baptist Church and longtime supporter, Pastor Soo-il Hyun and his wife, joined us. We walked 50 blocks near the mission center, sharing many stories along the way, and returned to enjoy the prepared food together. It was a joyful time with the mission center moms and children coming together. We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated in and supported the walk-a-thon.

Adriana’s daughter Mia, who is living with us at the mission center, turned 6 years old. Since entering the mission center, Adriana has found a job, purchased a car, and even regained custody of little Mia from the government, living each day with gratitude. We ask for your prayers and support for Mia’s family.       

Philippians 4:6-7

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

I pray and bless that the grace and the blessing of peace will always be present in your families, churches, businesses, and ministries.

Because He lives,

Liz Lee 

Director of RFI                            

      Samantha Family            Il Shin Presbyterian Church             Fyla group

Dear Friends, 

Hallelujah!!

We hope you have not been affected by any disasters or the ongoing virus. We pray that the great comfort and peace of the Lord be with you always. The Rainbow Family, grateful for the Lord’s grace, sends you greetings in the name of the Lord.

We would like to introduce Samantha, a 25-year-old single mother, and her 1-year-old son, Roland. Samantha was born in California and grew up with her two older brothers under a single mother. She never met her father and grew up in a home where her mother’s boyfriends came and went, feeling lonely. She witnessed her mother struggling with drug addiction and eventually fell into drug use herself. Her mother still lives in a nearby shelter. Samantha does not know who the father of her baby is, but she is determined to raise her son on her own. She currently works at Walmart and, despite late hours, manages without complaints. We ask for your prayers and support for Samantha and her son.

Pastor Hyo-Sung Ahn and his wife, along with three deaconesses from Il Shin Presbyterian Church, long-time supporters of the Rainbow Mission, visited us with supplies, food, and donations. Their visit brought great comfort and encouragement to me and the members of the mission. Thank you very much for your love!!

We would also like to introduce the Fyla volunteer group, which has been serving the mission for a long time. We are grateful to the students and their parents who love and serve their neighbors in this era. The Lord will surely be pleased with their love for their neighbors, which they show by visiting us twice a month without fail, and will bless them greatly.

Thanks to the support of you and your precious churches, we are able to generously share with our neighbors and children in need even during these difficult times. We tearfully thank the Lord, who always fills His kingdom with blessings and proclaims victory to the world, and we praise the good Lord who allows us to experience miracles through your love.

Romans 8:28

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called According to his purpose.”

I pray and bless that the grace and the blessing of peace will always be present in your families, churches, businesses, and ministries.

Because He lives,

Liz Lee 

Director of RFI.  

        Gelsi’ Family                    Sunny Foundation          Nanugo Volunteer Group       

Dear friends  Hallelujah!!

How are you doing amidst the fluctuating weather? The Rainbow Family, striving to live according to the Word of the Lord, sends you warm greetings.

We would like to introduce Gelsi, a 23-year-old who joined our family last month, along with her daughter Luna, who is not yet one year old. Gelsi is the youngest of 13 siblings. Her father is from Mexico, and her mother was born in Spain. Unfortunately, her mother passed away from cancer before turning 40, and Gelsi had to move between foster homes from the age of 13. At 19, she met Luna’s father, who gave her the love she had never received from her parents. Due to her lack of social experience and the fact that he was the first man she had ever met, she became deeply attached to him. However, he was a married man who used drugs. After Luna was born, he moved to another city, and they lost contact. Heartbroken, Gelsi also started using drugs but has since come to the Rainbow Family Ministry, where she is focusing on the Word of GOD and doing well. We ask for your prayers and support for Gelsi and her family. Thank you!!

We were honored to be invited to the 17th-anniversary dinner of the Sunny Foundation, a long-time supporter. We are deeply grateful for your consistent support since the foundation’s inception.

Several volunteer groups have been visiting our ministry. We would like to introduce the newly connected Sharing and Service Group Nanugo. These passionate and loving students teach and play with the lonely children at our ministry and collect allowances to donate as support funds. We praise the Lord for these wonderful students. Thank you!!

Two deaconesses from the Unige Women’s Association of Orange Korean Church visited us with many daily necessities and donations. We bow our heads in gratitude for their love.

 1 Timothy 1:16  “But I received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience as an example to those who were to believe in him for eternal life.”

May you be grateful for the great grace of the Lord and serve your neighbors. We pray that the resurrection power of the Lord will always be with your family, church, business, and ministry of sponsors who serve their neighbors. Blessings!!

Because He lives,

Liz Lee / Director of RFI

      Jenee And Lb          Torrance Good Shepherd Church   Fyla Volunteer Group

Dear friends

Hallelujah!

May the Lord’s grace be with you always. The Rainbow Family, which strives to live according to His word, sends warm greetings.

Let me introduce you to new members of our family: 29-year-old single mother, Jenee, and her adorable 2-year-old son, Lb, originally from LA, faced lack of love early in life due to the loss of her parents. Currently, she attends beauty school and work diligently to support her family. We kindly request your prayers and support for Jenee’s household.

Long time friend and supporter Torrance Good Shepherd Church Pastor Lee Seung-hyuk,  Associate Pastor Kim Ki-eup and Pastor James Kim,  along with Deacon Yoon Sung-won, visited us. Their presence was heartwarming and greatly appreciated. All glory to the Lord!

Allow me to introduce the Fyla Volunteer Group, which visits us twice a month. Comprising around ten high school students, they bring delicious lunches and snacks to share with the children at our mission center. They also teach English, math, and art, embodying the spirit of service that can truly transform society.

We sincerely thank you for your generous support, both big and small. Your prayers and care for us are deeply appreciated. Together with our fellow believers and churches, we lift our heads in gratitude, giving all glory to our faithful Lord

James1:27

“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans

and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”

I pray that the power of resurrection of our Lord Jesus will be with you, your family, and your church always and God bless you!

Because He lives,

Liz Lee

Director of RFI

        Estella Family             Las Vegas True Love Church        Fila Volunteer group

Dear Friends
Hallelujah!!

May you have a beautiful July, blooming like the wildflowers of early summer, wrapped in the love of our Lord. Rainbow Family sends warm greetings.

Allow me to introduce Estella, a 32-year-old mother who recently became part of our Korean family. She has three children: Delaine (11), Daelin (8), and Dillian (7). Estella was born in California to Mexican parents. She struggled with addiction herself and faced domestic violence. After her husband was incarcerated, their three children were taken away by government agencies. With a heavy heart, Estella lived with her mother until she heard about Rainbow Family Mission Center. When she learned that we support families facing similar challenges, she came to us, and we were able to reunite her with her children. We are grateful for your support and prayers. Rainbow Family Mission, established through your generosity, is opening new paths for families in need, even those who feel abandoned. We do this in the name of Jesus Christ. Thank you.

Last month, our mission families were invited by True Love Church in Las Vegas. We spent three joyful nights and four days there. Witnessing the love shared by the pastor, elders, and all the church members, we glimpsed heaven’s love—a love that transcends worldly boundaries.

On the second Saturday of last month, the Young Leaders of America (Fila) volunteer group visited us. They shared lunch with our marginalized children, played games, and spent a delightful Saturday afternoon. We sincerely thank all the volunteers and their leaders.

Isaiah 61:3
“And provide for those who grieve in Zion- to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.”

I pray and bless that the grace and the blessing of peace will always be present in your families, churches, businesses, and ministries.

Because He lives,

Liz Lee / Director of RFI

    Birthday party                       Walkathon 2024                  Sunny Foundation

Dear Friends, 

Hallelujah!!

I hope and pray all is well with you and yours.

Living in the grace of the Lord with a grateful heart, Rainbow Family offers our monthly greetings.

There was a Walkathon event on May 18th.

Emmanuel Baptist Church’s evangelist Choi Jeong, who has been a long-time sponsor, along with Brandon Byun and the youth group, and the graduated families, brought sponsorship money and food. We became one with the Rainbow Family, walked 50 blocks safely, returned, had a delicious lunch, and had a good time together. We especially thank all of you who became sponsors of the Walkathon during these difficult times.

Jackie’s daughter, Evelyn, who has been living with us for six months, turned five. We had a happy birthday party for cute Evelyn in the park and had a fun day.

Already, for over 20 years, the members of the Sunny Foundation, who have been sponsoring the mission with one heart. made a delicious dinner and treated the missionary family. We sincerely thank them for their love.

We believe that the Lord opens a new life for those who are marginalized in society and allows the best conditions to win. We give all thanks and glory to the loving Lord. We believe and pray that your prayers and efforts will open the gates of heaven, and that the society living together will be realized on earth as it is in heaven. Thank you.

Philippians 4:6-7

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with

thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

I pray and bless that the grace and the blessing of peace will always be present in your families, churches, businesses, and ministries.

Because He lives,

Liz Lee Director of RFI