The Arms of Jesus Children's Mission

Bringing Change to Children In Poverty

Reaching Children in Poverty with the Love of Jesus

More than a school, more than a sponsorship program—we are a Christ-centred ministry serving children and families through Christian education, community outreach, home building, food assistance, and the life-changing message of Jesus Christ.

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“And He took the children in His arms, put His Hands on them and blessed them”

Mark 10:6

Our Impact

1,200+

Why we Exist

Every Child is Loved by God

We believe every child is created in the image of God and deserves to be safe, loved, educated, and given the opportunity to hear the Gospel. Through local churches, Christian schools, sponsorship, and community outreach, we walk alongside children and families with the love of Christ.

Countries We Serve

Guatemala

(AOJ Ministry Since 1991)

900+ Sponsored Children

Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 Christian Education

Professional High School Programs in Tourism, Business Administration, and Computer Studies

English, Carpentry, Sports, and Biblical Education Integrated into the Curriculum

Christ-Centred Education and the Gospel Shared Daily

Hundreds of Families Served Through Community Outreach, Including Home Construction, Food Distribution, and Evangelism

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Haiti

(AOJ Ministry Since 2003)

200+ Sponsored Children

Christ-Centred Education from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6

Vocational Training in Construction, Culinary Arts, and Sewing

Thousands of Nutritious Meals Served Each Year to Students and Community Members

Community Outreach Initiatives Including Home Construction, Food Assistance, and Family Support

Sharing the Hope of Jesus Christ Through Education, Discipleship, and Evangelism

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Featured Opportunities

Sponsor a Child

Walk alongside a child through education, prayer, and encouragement.

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Join a Mission Team to Guatemala

Serve alongside local leaders and experience what God is doing firsthand in Guatemala.

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Support a Project

Fund classrooms, food programs, medical care, and ministry initiatives.

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Stories of Hope

Raised in Parramos, Guatemala, Angel entered the Arms of Jesus sponsorship program as a young student with big dreams for his future. Through the support of sponsors, Christian education, caring teachers, and the encouragement of the ministry, he was given opportunities to learn, grow, and pursue those dreams.

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Today, Angel serves as the Elementary Computers and Technology Teacher at The Arms of Jesus school—the very same school where he once sat as a sponsored child.

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In addition to teaching, Angel plays an important role in many ministry events. Mission teams visiting Guatemala will often see him operating the audio-visual equipment during worship services, special events, graduations, and school programs. His knowledge of technology and willingness to serve have made him a valued member of the ministry team.

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Every day, Angel invests in the lives of students who are walking the same halls he once walked, helping them develop skills, confidence, and a vision for their own future.

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Angel's story is a reminder that sponsorship is about more than meeting immediate needs. It is about investing in children, believing in their potential, and creating opportunities that can impact families, communities, and future generations.

From Sponsored Student to Teacher

The Story of

Angel

Many years ago, Cristian was a young, sponsored child attending The Arms of Jesus school in Guatemala. Through the support of faithful sponsors, Christian education, and the encouragement of those around him, he excelled in his studies and graduated with a vision for his future.

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After graduation, Cristian pursued further education in tourism and culinary arts. Today, he works as a professional chef, using the skills and opportunities he developed through years of hard work and determination.

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Cristian remains deeply grateful for the sponsors who invested in his life and the Christian foundation he received at AOJ. His story is a powerful reminder that sponsorship is about more than helping a child today, it is about opening doors, nurturing potential, and creating opportunities that can impact a lifetime.

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From Sponsored Student to Chef

The Story of

Cristian

Christ First

Everything we do begins and ends with Jesus Christ. Education, sponsorship, housing, food programs, and mission teams are not the mission—they are tools that help us share the Gospel and demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ in practical ways.

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Change a Child's Future Today

Your support helps children receive education, nutritious meals, spiritual care, and the opportunity to grow in a Christ-centred environment.

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The Mission This Month

Every month, God is at work through our schools, local churches, mission teams, and outreach ministries. Here are some of the ways children and families are experiencing the love of Christ across Guatemala and Haiti.

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