Sunshine in Mozambique

In this episode, I share the bittersweet beauty of watching our Sunshine children grow—from the ache of missing their littleness to the joy of seeing them become confident, compassionate, spiritually grounded teenagers. By learning to slow down and truly be present, I’ve discovered the quiet miracles happening in their lives every day. Join me as I reflect on the gratitude, wonder, and faithfulness woven into their growing-up journey.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

The Sunshine family is unique in Mozambique because it is made up mostly of girls—28 out of 41 children—whilemost centers care for mostly boys. In many communities, orphaned girls are kept by extended family to help with household chores, leaving boys more commonlyplaced in children’s centers. Because of this, the boys at Sunshine were especially excited to welcome 10-year-old Alfredo. His arrival brings a refreshing balance to the home. The children are happily embracing their newestbrother.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound

The Sunshine Approach Foundation serves 42 children and 9mothers, providing a safe and nurturing environment where they can flourish despite past hardship. Several students, including Cecilia and Virginia, are already progressing toward successful futures thanks to educational support.Now Nina, who has grown up in the Sunshine family since 2019, has graduated high school—an achievement reached by only 1% of Mozambican students—and is beginning university to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a nurse. Herlongtime sponsors are covering half of her university costs, but she still needs additional support. With just $80 per month, a sponsor can help Nina complete her four-year nursing program and step into her calling.  To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

Even though it’s the Christmas season, we find our focus in Mozambique shifting toward safety because crime in Maputo and Matola is severe and ever-present. We’ve experienced repeated thefts, robberies, and even an armed home invasion at our home and the Sunshine Houses, pushing us to reinforce security with higher walls, electric fencing, and now barbed wire. Recent incidents—like the theft of our van’s battery and even our puppy—show just how persistent and resourceful thieves can be. With seven of our nine homes still needing protection, we’re hoping for support to install barbed wire so our families can feel safe and have peace of mind this Christmas.  To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

Over the past 11 years, we’ve welcomed 42 children into our Sunshine Homes, but bringing in three newly orphaned siblings last week was especially emotional. Their recent loss, the heartbreak of their older sister letting them go, and the poverty surrounding their story deeply affected me. Yet in just a few days, their joy and resilience have already begun to heal my heart as much as we hope to heal theirs.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

What began as a simple request from villagers to plant a garden has blossomed into a powerful story of resilience, community, and transformation. In the dry, dusty soil of rural Mozambique, seeds planted with hope have grown into food, income, and renewed dignity. Now, thanks to generous donors, this life-giving garden will thrive year-round…feeding families and inspiring futures.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound

What do brownies, prayer, and bunkbeds have in common? At Sunshine House 9, they all played a part in transforming six empty beds into a warm, joy-filled home for six little girls. This is the beautiful story of how faith, community, and a bit of chocolate opened the doors to new beginnings.To learn more please visit our foundation website  ⁠www.sunshineapproach.org⁠ or visit our company website ⁠www.sunshinenuts.com⁠  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  ⁠https://soundcloud.com/riggersound

We are as committed to our house mothers as we are to the children in our care. Once widowed, abandoned, and vulnerable, they now have a reason to live and love again.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

It is always a joy to welcome a new child into our Sunshine Houses. These days are filled with happiness, knowing that the child is now safe, cared for, and has a future. Please join us in welcoming Jose and Juscelina with open arms!To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

Our children have overcome seemingly insurmountable odds in life. This year, they have faced and overcome one more challenge with success.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

Cecilia was our very first Sunshine child 11 years ago. She has overcome all that life has thrown at her, is graduating university, and soon will be leaving the nest. She is an inspiration and deserves to be celebrated! To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

I love a lot of things about our program, but one of my favorite things is watching new children transform after coming home with us. They leave behind their life of suffering, shed the worries that burdened them, and they get to be children again.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

Transforming lives from the cashew fields in the villages of Palma and Muchenguentava to the soccer field in Matola. Every donation to our foundation and every purchase of our Sunshine Nut Company cashews helps transform lives and builds strong futures. Thank you sharing our podcast and telling others about our ministry.To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com A special thanks to our SoundProducer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

Our most recent acquisition of three orphaned children has brought the meaning of our work into a new perspective. We are not only bringing children out of a hopeless past; we are saving them from a hopeless future.To learn more please visit our foundationwebsite  www.sunshineapproach.org or visit ourcompany website www.sunshinenuts.com A special thanks to our SoundProducer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound 

How we came to be in Mozambique, Africa