What is "Hosting"

So what is this "orphan hosting" I'm so fired up about? Well here is the gist of it: Orphans from Eastern Europe are brought to the United States for 3-6 weeks during the summer and winter holidays. In the past there have been programs from Russia, Latvia, and Ukraine. Currently most agencies have programs for Latvia and Ukraine. Not all children are adoptable, but it is a great opportunity to advocate for the child and for adoption. You pay for the costs to bring the child to United States, treat them like they are a member of your family and show them what being a part of a family is all about about. It will change your life.
For us, it was a wonderful experience, even though we didn't end up with a child that was adoptable. Our time together is precious and can't be replicated or forgotten.

Also described: HERE

Once again orphans will spend their holidays with “families who want to respond to God's call to answer the distressed plea of the orphan. For a few weeks, those families will love on kids who perhaps have never known love at all. They will help the child learn some English, a valuable tool that will give them an extremely valuable boost in their opportunities to succeed once they leave their orphanages at age 16. They will show the children who Christ is and what His love can do for them. For the first time, some of them will know that they have a real Father who will never leave them, never forget or disappoint them.

Some of them will find their forever families as a result of their time in this country, where Christian Americans' hearts break from the things that break God's heart -- like the plight of orphans”

From NHFC website: Some of these children have never experienced love in a healthy manner or been able to show affection. They also learn about hygiene, American culture, and they're immersed in the English language! Their lives can be impacted greatly by their time in the U.S.A. and in your family. After coming on our program for 4-5 weeks over Christmas holidays or during the summer months, most children learn as much English as they would typically learn in 4-5 semesters if taught at home in their school. This gives the children pride in themselves and helps boost their self esteem tremendously.

Never underestimate the power of love and family. I often say that these children are in a set orbit - a predetermined path that teaches them they are unloveable, unwanted, and forgotten. However, hosting provides an opportunity to step into their orbit and alter the lies they have been told. We can positively change the trajectory of their life by teaching them about their Heavenly Father who loves them. -Lisa Bonds