Praise God! Rainbow Missions’ (RM’s) 2024 annual fundraising dinners were held and enjoyed by many on September 21 and 22 at China Harbor Restaurant in Seattle, WA by beautiful Lake Union. Everything went smoothly and was full of God’s amazing grace.

       The dinner events took place just after the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the weather was sunny and warm.

      Enthusiastic volunteers arrived early to help set up the venue and arrange the exquisite homemade food, beverages, and gifts for charity sales. Around five o'clock, guests arrived with excitement and anticipation. Friends gathered to celebrate and support God’s work in the field for special needs groups.

      The theme of this year's fundraising events was "An Unexpected Journey.” We thank the worship team for bringing down His presence. Through her video, YY shared her journey as a full-time RM field staff over the past 7 years. She shared her calling, struggles, and spiritual growth through God’s grace and blessings despite difficulties along the way. She saw these as all in God’s plan for her -- just like the lyrics of the hymn chosen that evening: “Because He lives, we can face tomorrow.” We are extremely grateful and deeply moved by the Lord’s guidance and divine interventions in the lives of His beloved children.

        Vivien Koo, mother of a youth with special needs, and Craig Walker, chairman of the RM Board, offered touching background information and practical suggestions for us to support and embrace the underprivileged.

Vovo Cong, a teenager who immigrated from China to the United States less than a year ago, sang "500 Miles," a classic folk song from the 1960s. With his beautiful voice and lively rhythm, he brought us back in time, sitting on the old train, miles upon miles, moving toward the unknown. We, too, may sometimes feel confused and hesitant. Imagine children with special needs and their parents. Their daily hardships and challenges are far beyond our imagination.

      I am particularly grateful to you for never giving up, for being there with us in prayer, for your generous financial support, and for your love in action.

      We don’t know about the days ahead, but because He lives, we can face tomorrow. Because of your partnership, even though the road ahead may be long and challenging, we will be loyal to God’s calling to serve special needs children/youth/college students and their families in the field, and faithfully and bravely move forward. Thank you for your love and support.