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It took the death of tiny baby Rose for a young man to demonstrate that every single life has value, even those of fragile, disabled children. She seemed insignificant but her life mattered, and sharing her story means she will never be forgotten. Hundreds of children have received love, hope and opportunity because of Rose's short life, and that number grows daily.
China's Oasis is the story about International China Concern and David Gotts who started it at the age of 22. ICC provides love hope and opportunity for China's abandoned and disabled children. They operate orphanages in three locations in China: Changsha, Hengyang, and Sanmenxia; supported by eight National Offices around the world. Over three hundred children have received full time, life-changing care, and the same number again have been adopted. We hold many firsts for NGO work in China.
This books shows that ordinary people can do extraordinary things through faith and love.
"This is a truly amazing story of an organization dedicated to caring for the "least of these", told through the lives of those who dared to believe for the impossible." Tony Read, Chairman, The Justice Conference Asia
"China's Oasis is a heartbreaking and heart-warming read. The first chapter had me hooked. The authors tell the ICC story honestly as insiders with outsider objectivity, which is no small feat. I ended up with an even greater appreciation for this NGO and the ordinary people who have created such an extraordinary organisation." Gregory Anderson, Senior Pastor, Union Church, Hong Kong
"Some twenty years ago, my wife and I had the honour of connecting with David Gotts and ICC. Back then we were so moved by David's vision and leadership, and now we are celebrating ICC's continued growth and unique place in serving the beautiful people of China. Thank you, David, for your perseverance and faithfulness. China's Oasis captures the joy and tears of this incredible journey. Read it, and be challenged and blessed." Scott Harris, Missions Minister, Brentwood Baptist Church, Tennessee
Contents
Acknowledgments 9
Foreword 11
Chapter 1 Rose 13
Chapter 2 The Early Journey 24
Chapter 3 Walking in the Footsteps 38
Chapter 4 Making a Commitment 51
Chapter 5 Where is Changsha? 58
Chapter 6 A Pine in the Wasteland 68
Chapter 7 China’s Oasis 76
Chapter 8 From Neglect to Family 87
Chapter 9 This is China: A Mission Journey 97
Chapter 10 Hope House 111
Chapter 11 Living Stones Village 121
Chapter 12 Transitions 126
Chapter 13 Dispute 136
Chapter 14 Betrayal 142
Chapter 15 Opportunity 151
Chapter 16 A New Oasis 163
Chapter 17 Starting a Spring 175
Chapter 18 New Growth 188
Chapter 19 Support for the Family 196
Chapter 20 The Spring Flows 205
Chapter 21 A New Day Dawns 222
Chapter 22 Changed Lives 228
Chapter 23 Building the House 239
Chapter 24 The Goodness of God 248
Chapter 25 This is the New China 259
Epilogue 267
Endnotes 270