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70th Anniversary, Events, Uncategorized04/07/202622/07/2026

ECH 70th Anniversary Animated Story | Let the Little Children Come to Me

Guided by our founding aspiration, “Let the little children come to me,” Evangel Children’s Home (ECH) is deeply grateful for “Love • Wholeness • Completeness.” To commemorate our 70th anniversary, we have created an animated story featuring the little sheep, the shepherd, and the Tree of Life.

70 years ago, a little seed drifted from afar and landed on the soil of Hong Kong. It took root in this land and grew into a great tree, sheltering and caring for wounded little sheep. Later, adhering to our original calling to pass on the love, the ECH shepherds nurtured the little sheep in love, and before we knew it, they had thrived and grown strong.

In this Home, our co-workers pass on “family love”, together with our supporters, we nurture and build up the children, enabling them to embrace a “fulfilling life” and “wholeness of life.”

Matthew 19:14 Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

70th Anniversary, Events04/07/202622/07/2026

ECH 70th Anniversary | Thanksgiving Worship Service

Evangel Children’s Home 70th Anniversary Thanksgiving Worship Service was held on July 4th at E.F.C.C. – Kong Fook Church. Nearly 400 people gathered to witness the abundance of the Lord’s grace. Church partners and supporters, along with all the children, alumni and staff joined together to praise the Lord. The messages and testimonies shared were deeply moving. Following the worship, a new logo launch ceremony was held, unveiling the brand-new logo icons for Evangel Children’s Home as we step into a new chapter together.

Officiating guests included Rev. Dr. John Tran, Chairman of the Executive Committee of Evangelical Free Church of China, and Rev. Dr. Peter Lam, Senior Pastor of E.F.C.C. – Kong Fook Church. Rev. Chan’s sermon led everyone to reflect on the meaning of “Let the little children come to me.” The testimony from guest speaker Ms. Ma, Preacher, who grew from a resident of ECH to a Preacher, was truly inspiring, showcasing the Lord’s work in her life.

We are grateful to the Lord for using Evangel Children’s Home to bless countless traumatised children over the past 70 years. We are also thankful for inspiring so many brothers and sisters in Christ to walk alongside us, work with us, and build this home together, transforming lives through love for the glory of God and the benefit of others.

Presenting Hand-copied Bible From The Bottom of Our Heart

At ECH 70th Anniversary Thanksgiving Worship Service, we presented a thanksgiving offering to the Lord through a hand-copied Bible. This initiative encouraged us to transcribe the scriptures, expressing our deep desire for God’s truth. Through copying verses and drawing illustrations, our staff and children found peace, meditated on the Lord’s word, and drew closer to Him. A commemorative hand-copied Bible was presented as a gift to our Heavenly Father. This act of transcription also bore witness to God’s presence. One staff shared that he drew a passage from the year he was called to ministry, reawakening his calling. Another drew the passage that moved her to be baptised, strengthening her faith once more. Others received their favourite verses, leading to much reflection and gratitude among the staff.

"Let the Little Children Come to Me" & "Finding for the Lost Sheep"

Mr. Chau Yin Ming, Francis, Vice-chairman of the Board of Directors of Evangel Children’s Home, shared a scripture reading from the Gospel of Matthew concerning the treatment of children, which complemented Rev. Chan‘s sermon.

Whoever humbles himself like a little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. We should not look down on children but rather learn to turn and become like them, setting an example of humility. For woe to the one who causes a child to stumble!

For the Son of Man came to save the lost. If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, he will surely not leave the ninety-nine to search for the lost one. This is the mission that Evangel Children’s Home has always upheld.

"A Love That is Wholesome" - Testimony from Alumna Preacher Ma

A former resident of ECH, affectionately known as “Miss Ma,” grew up in an environment of love and affirmation and has now become a preacher. She is grateful that her calling began at Evangel Children’s Home, where she truly came to know God. Looking back at her life in ECH, she credits the boundless love and affirmation from the house parents and staff for shaping who she is today. It was the repeated invitations from her fellow children that brought her before God. During her first evening prayer session at ECH, she felt safe enough to honestly share her childhood experiences with her “family” there, something she had never dared to voice before. The children who comforted her, the house parents who embraced her, and the tears they shed for her that night showed her a love that comes from God.

ECH 70-Person Choir Praises the Lord

A 70-person choir and handbell team, composed of directors, children, alumni, current and former staff, united to sing to express their heartfelt gratitude for being part of this home. All glory belongs to God, for God is love! God is the most important and profound part of our home!.

New Logo Launch Ceremony: Unveiling a New Era

Rev. Dr. Peter Lam and Rev. Dr. John Tran, together with representatives of alumni Mr. Yip Yuk Lun and Ms. Wong Kwai Kuen, and a current resident, unveiled our new logo, heralding a new era. The design elements of the new logo incorporate “Care, Companionship, Cultivation” symbolising that in grace and love, children growing healthy and joyful toward a wholesome life that glorifies our Lord and blessing people.

A Prayer of Thanksgiving for 70 Years

In the 1950s: We thank God for leading Miss Ruth Sundquist to Hong Kong to establish Evangel Children’s Home.

In the 1960s: We thank God for the many E.F.C.C. churches from overseas and Hong Kong that supported the gospel work of ECH.

In the 1970s: We thank God for the many house parents and older brothers and sisters from the church who loved us, helping us to grow continually in Christ.

In the 1980s: As Hong Kong’s economy took off, we thank the Lord for His abundant provision, praying, “May our home be better.”

In the 1990s: As Hong Kong returned to the motherland, O Lord, we thank You for allowing us to continue spreading Your love and “adding a little more love to this home.”

Entering the new millennium: We thank You, Lord! We love because You first loved us. May our home be full of faith, hope, and love, passed down from one generation to the next, “passing on the flame of love in our family”!

In 2026, our 70th Platinum Jubilee: We pray for the Lord’s guidance as we enter the AI era, embracing new times and new challenges!

May we carry on the spirit of selfless love, learned from Jesus Christ, as exemplified by our founder, Miss Ruth Sundquist. May we lead generation after generation of children to transform their lives and care for the lost sheep. May this home bear much fruit and nurture many more “Preacher Ma” to glorify our Lord and blessing people.

70th Anniversary, Events13/04/202622/07/2026

ECH 70th Anniversary｜Connecting Family Love Across Eras｜Short Videos

In 2026, Evangel Children’s Home celebrates its 70th anniversary. To mark this occasion, we have connected with alumni (former residents) from all over the world to launch a series of celebratory events under the theme “70th Anniversary Celebration — “Love • Fulfillment • Wholeness” This groundbreaking initiative united the love of alumni residents, children, staff, and colleagues from different eras, creating wonderful collective memories.

Homecoming Fun Day

Hundreds of alumni (former residents) and former staff returned home for a joyful reunion, bringing together “family” from different generations. Former residents and their relatives visited their “homes in the old days”, that were filled with childhood memories. Many of them made special trips from overseas to Hong Kong to reminisce, creating a touching scene.

Platinum Jubilee - Alumni Homecoming Gala Dinner

Alumni, guests, current residents, and staff gathered to celebrate, embodying the “inheritance of love”, “family love” and “gratitude.” Love ambassador Ms. Jade Kwan and guest speaker Mr. Kimman Wong’s sharing and inspiration through hymns and testimony was encouraging. The officiating guests kicked off the launch ceremony of 70 Life Stories. Alumni from overseas shared their heartfelt gratitude for the love and support they received from the Evangel Children’s Home.

70 Years With “Love” carried forward
Children Embrace a“Fulfilled” life and grow holistically into “Wholeness”

70th Anniversary, Events31/01/202611/06/2026

70th Anniversary Sponsors Walking Hand in Hand on Fund Day

On January 31, 2026, a Fun Day was held, that supporters and sponsors visited ECH to meet the children and celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Evangel Children’s Home. To express their gratitude for the support, the children made cookies to thank and treat the guests and did a performance to showcase their talents and hard work through juggling, freestyle rope skipping, busking, and an art exhibition. The home was filled with a joyful and warm atmosphere.

Grateful for the love and care! Guests took a hostel visiting tour, to understand more the children’s living conditions, showed concern for the fundraising needs of ECH Main Building Improvement Project, and supported with donations.

The guests visited the home, and the children introduced their homes by themselves.

70th Anniversary15/11/202524/03/2026

全球院友大聚會–重聚晚宴

2025年11月15日回家Fun Day後，當晚的全球院友重聚晚宴，播道兒童之家以推出70個生命故事短片的創舉，啓動邁向70周年鉑金禧。300多位不同年代的院友及舊同工與嘉賓、現在住宿的孩子及同工聚首一堂慶祝，凝聚了「家愛」與「恩情」。

嘉賓黃劍文，與孩子一起敬拜並分享他的生命見證；他邀請了同行大使關心妍合唱<<這是甚麼的道理>>，這首幫助面對生活逆境的詩歌，送給在座每一位，祝福寶貴的孩子、院友的生命裡遇見神，走向更美好的人生。

多位海外回院院友，分享播道兒童之家給他們的厚愛。他們感恩之情感動人心。每一個生命、每一個孩子的成長，確實要很多支持者共同努力，才能結出果子。請一同見證生命影響生命。

多個遊戲話當年，勾起集體回憶，申亞姨創辦人照顧的小孩子在水池嬉水…大門前地踏單車小孩..歡樂Summer Night的party扮鬼扮馬..到今天孩子的夏水禮… 時空穿梭，笑聲不斷。

一份非常特別、充滿心意的禮物 — 肖像畫，給生命故事主角，由同工精心繪畫。

70th Anniversary15/11/202524/03/2026

全球院友大聚會–回家Fun Day

為慶祝啟動播道兒童之家邁向70周年，數百位院友回家重聚，多位院友及舊同工專程從海外回港聚舊，場面溫情。院友攜親友走訪他們滿載兒時回憶的家舍，懷緬昔日生活的點滴，更有攜他們的孩子回來認識「爸爸媽媽的家」；參觀現時的家舍環境，走進現時住宿孩子的家，喜見一代一代的孩子在充滿愛的地方成長。

進入歷史性時刻，由日間院護服務孩子操作小寶機械人，結連不同年代的ECH院友，高呼主題「播道兒童之家70周年愛．圓．全」，航拍機的鏡頭下大家興高采烈地揮手迎向新里程。

從美國回來的舊同工「ECH甜教士」Sharlene

從台灣回來的院友駿威喜見曾愛護他的舊同工

兒時被領養的世明與家人從澳洲回院，與曾照顧他的蘭姐重聚，喜極而泣

初出芧廬青年回家

新舊同工難得與院友相聚

第一代院友一勤哥哥向小學宿生說芒果樹的種植歷史，讓愛傳承

70th Anniversary09/01/202623/03/2026

70載生命故事 – 承傳家「愛」

承傳家「愛」「圓」滿人生整「全」生命

70年來，播道兒童之家建立著有愛的大家庭，18段短片展現新舊同工承傳家「愛」；受創傷及生命破碎的孩子及青年(院友及宿生)，得到愛的滋養，34段短片呈現他們生命得到培育造就，修補了缺失，開展了「圓」滿人生；為孩子及青年無私付出的，還包括眾長期同行支持者，18段短片正正代表他們因著培育及滋養，整「全」生命，見證一起所結的果子。

橫跨了大半個世紀，感恩於播道兒童之家留下愛足跡的每一位，所凝聚的，是一份「家」愛及恩情，跨越了世界不同地域，同頌70周年「愛．圓．全」。

70th Anniversary09/01/202604/06/2026

70載生命故事 –「圓」滿人生

承傳家「愛」「圓」滿人生整「全」生命

70th Anniversary09/01/202623/03/2026