Chittaranjan, age 7, has endured much hardship as a young boy living in the state of Orissa, where there has been much ethnic violence and persecution. Chittaranjan was at school during an attack on his village and fled into the forest with other believers. He hid there for four days and later ended up at a relief camp before going to a shelter. He has experienced the horrors of violence and terror. Yet in the darkness and chaos, God has provided a refuge for Chittaranjan and many boys who have been displaced. The Suryodoya Charitable Trust started and manages this safe shelter and also offers an education.

Chittaranjan is enrolled in school within the premises of the home where he is learning English and has succeeded well beyond expectation in ranking second in his class. In addition to English, he is learning math and science. Chittaranjan aspires to be a doctor, as he would like to serve the people in his community.

Please pray for Chittaranjan as he continues his education and for Suryodoya as they offer assistance to an increasing number of boys who are separated from loved ones and face many issues. Pray for their safety as the situation over there is very dangerous. Pray that the Lord would remain their hope and refuge in times of trouble.