Inspire kids to rely on God when it's hard to keep going!
Read the true story of Helen Roseveare, a missionary doctor in central Africa.
On the day of her eighth birthday, Helen sat in Sunday school cutting and sticking pictures of faraway countries and, in her heart, made a decision:
“When I grow up, I will travel the world and tell other boys and girls about Jesus.”
Follow her life story from medical student to missionary doctor in the heart of Africa. You'll learn all about the ups and downs she experienced, including being held as a prisoner for many months, and you'll discover how her faith kept her going.
This beautifully illustrated children's biography of Helen Roseveare (1925-2016) is part of the Do Great Things for God series, which is designed to show kids that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.
These stories can be read to young children or enjoyed independently by early readers. The free extras make these stories useful for homeschool, Sunday school, missions events, and more.
(Review written for 'Helen Roseveare')
I highly recommend this book and the entire Do Great Things for God series. I had never heard of Helen Roseveare. But what a remarkable story to share with my daughters. Helen determined at a young age that she would travel the world and tell others about Jesus. And she did! She finished medical school, attended missionary training school, and accepted the mission to Congo. There she did great things for God. Congo became dangerous and she was imprisoned for 5 months. She was then rescued but when it was safe to return to Congo, she did! What an excellent ...role model for our children. The illustrations are bright and the text is simple! Overall, a beautiful book and a beautiful story!
(Review written for 'Helen Roseveare')
I had never heard of Helen Roseveare, I think that's one of my favorite things about this series. Not only to they introduce my girls to godly women, with no feminist agenda, but I've also learned about some amazing women that I'd never heard of. Helen's story of following the Lord's leading in her life and surrendering her anxiety was inspiring. She studied to become a doctor and then attended missionary-training school. Helen set off for the Congo where she helped build a hospital, trained doctors and nurses and shared about Jesus. This book illustrated the power of prayer so ...well!
Helen endured great suffering at times during her life, but the Lord sustained her through it as she remembered that God has said, "Be still and know that I am God."
This book is a must-have! We are so thankful for the "Do Great Things for God" series!
(Review written for 'Helen Roseveare')
Such an informative read on an unsung hero
Before this book, I had never heard of Helen Roseveare, and now I am so glad I did! This is such an inspirational read. It teaches children about the importance of living out their faith and how a relationship with God produces a desire to act in our gifts.
The illustrations are lovely and my son asked a lot of questions about the events of Helen’s life. I also loved the timeline of her life at the end of the book. I plan on using this And the other “Do Great Things for God” books for homeschool.
