Glory News article from 2007 Glory News

In 1984, Pastor Easterdoss and his family had a broad vision to start a home for the destitute, deserted, downtrodden street children of Cuddalore. The orphanage provides accommodation, food, clothing, care, education, love and a family for many of the poorest and abandoned children in Cuddalore. More importantly, the Pastor encourages the children to start a spiritual walk with Jesus Christ. He states that the "hand of the Lord is upon them. Some speak in tongues, some prophesy, and some pray for the demon possessed".

At the present time, there are 83 children in the orphanage ranging from 3 years old to 18 years old. Many were children affected by the recent Asian Tsunami. The children have nothing, yet are some of the happiest children we have ever met. We recently revisited the orphanage in August 2006 and realised the impact that love, care and the heart of Christ can have on the children. We have a desire to see volunteers, through the charity, going out to spend several months or even a year at the orphanage, being family to the children. We are also aiming to take out a ministry team in 2007 to evangelize in the local area and spend time with the children. There is also scope for people to sponsor children for just £12 a month (which pays for education, clothing, food, medical expenses, and accommodation). We currently have 16 children sponsored. If you would like further information on any of the above, then you can write to Matt and Beth Richards at: ‘Fathers Heart Ministries', Acacia Grove, 15 Reepham Road, Norwich, Norfolk. NR6 5LD. Or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it YOU can make a difference!!

Matt Richards