Learning from an indigenous missionary
Hang Tran is inspired by the faith of the family of an Indian Missionaries of Charity Brother.
‘The meek shall inherit the earth’
Hang Tran reflects on a resident and a staff member of Home of Hope who both inspire her in very different ways.
‘Take up your cross daily’
Hang Tran finds inspiration in how differently abled persons tackle life’s challenges in Cambodia.
Ms. Lin’s story of human trafficking
Hang Tran remembers a woman whose cry for help from the bondage of trafficking was heard by the Missionaries of Charity.
From harm to healing
A powerful reminder of the transformation of peace — from suffering to healing through the path of compassion
Brother Snake, Sister Rabbit
At Home of Hope, when a snake appears, a life-giving moment ensues.
Let your light shine
A young Cambodian with physical and developmental challenges shines and becomes a role model for others.
Love one another
The friendships and interactions among these youth can be both challenging and genuine and down-to-earth — a mirror for a reflection on love.
Who is my neighbor?
Hang Tran’s December 2021 newsletter: Welcoming and integrating a new resident at Home of Hope
Met a messenger lately?
Accompanying Cambodians through key life events taught Hang Tran the importance of steadfastness in adversity.
When Thom is recycling
Observing Thom, a young Cambodian with developmental disabilities, in action reminds Hang Tran to pick up a lot of other kinds of ‘debris.’
