Haven of Hope Certification Process

We began our process of government registration last June 2009.  In August, we received a letter of recognition acknowledging that we were an authentic institution in the process of acquiring registration, thus allowing us to accept babies into Haven of Hope.  We were subsequently inspected by several governmental departments, including the District Health and District Children's Departments.  (You may remember our horrific inspection experience in September.)

Where are we now? - We still do not have our official registration certificate.  Before going to America in November, I met with our Children's Officer and was told that I had all necessary documents in place and they were submitting our application to the highest office for our final certificate.  That may not sound too significant, but after spending months getting the run-around, always being told we need something else, something else, something else, this was VERY good news. 

Since November, we have not heard anything from our District office so I went to check on it. Once again, I was told that we are "just waiting."  It was great to hear that we did not need to submit additional documents, but "waiting" in Kenya can be a never-ending game.

As of February 14th, our first babies will have been with us six months, the necessary waiting period for them to be in our home before proceding with adoption processes. In order to move forward with any of our babies, to obtain guardianship or to place them up for adoption, we must have our official registration certificate.  

Now, I ask for your prayers in this matter.  We NEED that simple piece of paper.  I want to do what is best for these babies and for our home. We were able to begin the home with the initial letter of recognition, but we cannot do anything permanent with that.  

We serve a mighty God who hears His children's prayers and knows the needs of His children.  Please join us as we lift this need up to Him.  Please also pray for wisdom for me as we reach this next stage in our mission to help these babies find their way to their "forever families." 

Thank you!!