Loving and reaching children during the medical mission.
Children’s Hope & Care creates meaningful engagement for children alongside the clinic. It is not a medical station or a condition of care; it is a welcoming space where children can experience joy, attention, and age-appropriate activities.
In 2027, Children’s Hope & Care will launch the Gospel Wordless Book — a simple, colorful way to share the good news of Jesus with children. Because it tells the story with colors instead of words, it crosses every language barrier, making it a gentle, natural fit for the children we serve.
Pack with Love is an independent, youth-led service club — newly formed, and inspired by ACO’s annual medical mission trips. Its young members use creativity and teamwork to serve children in need, designing and assembling practical care items such as backpacks and coloring books, in partnership with churches, schools, and nonprofits.
Pack with Love is partnering with Africa Cries Out for the long term to support Children’s Hope & Care — and its very first project is 2027 ACO Hope & Care.
Learn more about the club and this first project on the Pack with Love website.
Children’s Hope & Care runs alongside the clinic during the medical mission. It provides a welcoming environment for children while the patient journey continues through medical care and, when desired, optional prayer.
Looking for the year-round children’s work in the communities we serve — VBS, football, and music? See Children & Youth Discipleship.
Each area has a distinct role, but together they express whole-person care in partnership with local churches and communities.