Be Part of the Story
Every young person who enters our care comes with a story—a story often filled with heartache, rejection, and hardship. At Open Arms, our objective is to change the course of these stories. Our hope is to bring Jesus Christ into their lives, introducing them to His love, forgiveness, strength, and healing. We long to help each child discover how their story can find the best possible ending.
You can be a part of their story. By sharing your time, compassion, and support, you can make a profound difference in the lives of these children. While many families may never need Open Arms, some children desperately do. Who will be there for them? Who will help them rewrite their stories with the assurance that Jesus loves them?
CHURCHES
SINCE 1985, Open Arms has been committed to serving neglected, abused, and troubled youth, by providing homes and education to those who need hope in a desperate time in their lives. We exist to provide HOPE. This mission is based upon our belief that all youth have fundamental rights to a healthy home environment, good parents, and a wholesome family life that is God focused. Our mission is to exalt the Lord by serving and sharing Christ through meeting the needs of others.
Getting Involved with Open Arms
There are many ways to get involved with Open Arms, and we would be honored to partner with you in this ministry. Below are some ways to get plugged in—take a moment to look and see where God may be calling you to join us in bringing love and healing to these children’s lives.
Prayer Support
Your prayers are powerful. Pray for the children in our care, for new foster families to join us, and for God’s continued guidance in our mission.
Financial Support
Your financial support brings hope and healing to children who need it most. Every contribution provides vital resources and life-changing programs, helping these young lives rebuild and grow. No gift is too small, and every donation makes a meaningful difference. Together, we can extend Christ’s love and care to these children. We are deeply grateful for any support you can offer.
To join us in this ministry, please visit our Donation page.
Vacation Bible School
Looking for a meaningful mission to support for VBS? Why not start local with Open Arms! By partnering with us, your VBS can make a direct impact on the lives of children in need right here in Indiana. We’d be glad to send a representative to speak to your group about the challenges and blessings of caring for vulnerable kids in our state. Let’s inspire the next generation to make a difference close to home!
For more information on partnering with Open Arms for your VBS, please contact Paul at paul@openarmschristian.com.
In-Kind Giving
We are always happy to accept donations, especially paper products, that can help lower the operating costs of the Miriam Home and HEbron Home. Please visit our Amazon Wishlist for the most up to date in-kind donation needs.
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Work Groups
Every year, people of all ages and backgrounds journey to Open Arms to make a difference in the lives of children who need it most. By sharing their gifts, their time, and their strength, they bring hope and love into our homes. As we care for abandoned, neglected, and at-risk youth, there is always a “Honey-do” list of projects that help keep these homes safe and welcoming.
There’s no cost for work groups to join us, and we provide housing and meals if needed. We welcome anyone with a heart to serve, from those with specialized skills to those simply willing to lend a helping hand. Each project, big or small, helps transform our ministry and reminds our children that they are loved and valued.
If you’d like to see a list of work projects or learn more, please reach out to Paul at paul@openarmschristian.com Together, let’s make a lasting impact.
Volunteering
There are lots of ways you can volunteer with Open Arms. We are always looking for great people to be a part of the story that God is writing here. You can contact Sheila Corey at sheila@openarmschristian.com to find out about all our volunteering opportunities.
OACM does not discriminate and operates without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex and disability. OACM is committed to upholding all laws related to Equal Employment Opportunity.
