The Visit That Started It All

A Defining Moment – September 25, 2021

On September 25th, 2021, what seemed like an ordinary visit became the beginning of a much bigger vision.

On that Saturday, despite a very busy schedule, I made my way to an orphanage home carrying a few items I intended to share with the children. Due to the demands of the day, I arrived much later than planned - well after the official visiting hours had ended.

Thankfully, I was graciously allowed in. The children were called out to receive us (My younger brother and I), and I was warmly welcomed into the home. I spent time at the reception with the founder of the orphanage, who shared with me the story behind the home and the journeys of many of the children under their care. As we spoke, I learned more about their lives, backgrounds, and experiences.

Many of the children had been in the home from infancy - some from as early as eight months old. For them, the orphanage had become a place of stability, care, and family. Some attended schools outside the home, while others had gone on to be adopted into loving families over time.

But beyond everything I heard and saw, something deeper happened within me. That visit awakened a profound burden in my heart.

As I listened, I began to think beyond just one orphanage home. My heart was drawn to the larger reality of vulnerable children across communities and nations - children who, regardless of circumstance, still long for love, emotional connection, identity, belonging, guidance, and hope.

I left the orphanage that day, but a part of my heart remained there. That moment became a turning point in my life - marking the beginning of a deeper sense of responsibility and a lifelong commitment to become part of the answer: to extend love, bring hope, stand in the gap for vulnerable and less privileged children, and support families in meaningful ways.

From that encounter, The Father Heart of God was conceived. A vision built on one simple but powerful truth: Every child is special in the heart of God.

We believe every child deserves to feel safe. Every child deserves to be deeply loved. And every child deserves a genuine opportunity to thrive.

What began as a single visit became the foundation of a mission dedicated to revealing the love, care, and compassion of God to children and families across the nations.

One visit. One encounter. One vision that continues to grow.

Nene Obuba.

Founder, The Father Heart of God Foundation