In a small village near Kumbakonam, Mari Selvam once lived a life rooted in simplicity and connection. Her days were shaped by routine, family, and the quiet dignity of belonging. But everything changed when leprosy entered her life. What began as minor symptoms...
Finding Hope in the Heart of Affliction: Lukas’s Journey of Faith and Renewal In 2004, Embrace a Village began its work in Deviyakurichi, a leprosy colony nestled in the rolling hills of the Salem district in Tamil Nadu. This colony became a refuge for individuals...
Warm weekend greetings! — As we reflect on the love of God during this season, we’re reminded of the profound ways your support and prayers demonstrate His steady presence in the lives of those affected by leprosy. When life feels heavy and hope feels distant, your...
The Transformative Power of Compassion and Support We are writing to share a remarkable story that has touched our hearts deeply and drives our unwavering commitment to positively impact the lives of those in need. Meet Eswaran, a resilient 55-year-old man who has...
From Trauma to Joy: the transformative power of God’s love for leprosy patients. Jaipunisha's story is one filled with heartache, pain, and loneliness. At the young age of 25, she was diagnosed with leprosy, one of the most stigmatized diseases in the world. Her...
How EAV shows love and support around India… It is an honor to see our services grow since we began in 2003, when we supported five colonies. Today, we serve in more than 35 colonies throughout Tamil Nadu, with a vision to expand hope, healing, and practical support...
Yesterday we sent you an email announcing our new sponsorship program – Embrace a Family! This opportunity is designed to allow you to better understand the impact of your giving to EAV. We reach about 3500 people monthly with our team (planning for an additional 800...
3500 people are impacted by your generosity! We can never fully express our gratitude for your support in making Embrace a Village a lifeline to so many in India. In too many cases, we are the only help these families get. We are the only ones traveling out to the...
We hope you’ve had a beautifully special week with your family and loved ones! Our hearts are full of thanks and love for each of you. Our ministry and impact here in India exist because of your support, advocacy, and prayers. Thank you! As we pass on your support to...
Incredible event at a hill station where many are experiencing healing and hope for the first time! A hill station is a town located at a higher elevation than the nearby plain or valley – these are often very difficult to get to, and the residents end up isolated...
Nandini dreams of being a police officer. But “the cards are stacked against her.” She’s from a poor leprosy village. Her dad sells chicken eggs as his primary income. She and her two brothers know hunger because her parents struggle to put food on the table. Yet...
Thankaraj cannot walk. Leprosy stole his hands and feet, and he scoots on the floor to get around. He is from an area we call “The Hill Country,” which we visit monthly. We meet in a local YMCA to provide bandages, serve food, offer counseling, and spend time...