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“Kids have been a passion of mine since I was a child myself. Contributing to Robin’s Nest through my business, Wrapped To You, enables me to play a small role in impacting the lives of children in other countries. I believe children need to be nurtured, they are our future. Through projects like Robin’s Nest we can all make a difference in a child’s life for the future.” Janelle Karbowiak, Wrapped To You, Australia

“What made me want to be a Prayer Partner was the fact that Robin and Grahame were strong and brave enough to help others in a third world country. It was an act of courage and sincerity. It made me really want to get involved. So I became a Prayer Partner and I try and help to spread the word.” Chaundra, Grade 9 student, Ontario

“My small contribution comes from the heart, to a child - it is not being absorbed in officialdom and red tape.” Delilah van Wyk, Artist, Australia

"Why do I support Robin's Nest? I can't save the world but I can educate one African child, who may one day become the next President or school Teacher. I also supported an African family, and the mum is now a teacher and is educating many children to believe in themselves. She won an award for "best teacher" in her area. This made me know that it was all worthwhile". Barbara McDonald, ex-school teacher and family counsellor, Australia

"In Sunday School, the senior class was doing a fund raiser and I suggested that we donate the proceeds to Robin's Nest. There are many local needs, but we need to realize that the need is greater in other countries. Since this is my aunt's project, I knew she would use the money well to benefit the children." Vicki Pond, aged 7, Canada

"We were deeply affected by the plight of these children, and how little it would take to make such a difference to their lives. We reflected on what little we have to complain about and gathered together to host a social fundraising activity. We were able to raise in excess of $800 toward this project, plus our Club donated $350 on another occasion. We believe Robin’s Nest is a very worthwhile project to support in any way you can." Cynthia Phillips, Lions Club, Australia

“I became involved in Robin’s Nest because I felt the Lord was prompting me to support a child overseas and because of the calibre of the people with the RNCH vision. There is an integrity, a thoroughness and a prayerfulness that is totally impressive.” Jenny Johns, Australia

“Our motivation for supporting Robin’s Nest is very clear...we see Robin and Grahame as a fulfillment of an inheritance passed on by Robin's grandmother, whom I am sure would have taken her on a mission trip when she was but a baby, if she could have. The passion that has been inherited is a real blessing for us to witness and we thank God for Robin and Grahame's heart in continuing a part of her Grandma's life that was lifegiving to so many. As long as we have known Robin she had always had a passion for people beyond our borders.” Jack & Janice Harris, Canada

“I donate simply because my favourite niece (well, one of them) has her name on it. It's a Pond family solidarity thing!” Uncle Don, Canada

“It’s great to be on a team that makes a difference!” David King, Australia

“I first became aware of Robin's Nest when Robin Byrnes’s grandmother, at our weekly bible study meeting, asked us to pray for the orphanage. Robin's Nest took on a special meaning for my family and myself as it provided another way for us to honor the memory of our dear granddaughter Robyn, who died very suddenly in September 1995, aged 17 months.” Pat Cross, Simcoe, Ontario

Referance by Garry Faull

“Robin and Grahame Byrnes are active members of a church I formerly pastored. They were on the outreach team I led to India in 2004 and have a passion for missions. I enthusiastically endorse their work under Robin’s Nest. I have known Pastor Harry Singh from Agra for the past 20 years and worked with him in India on multiple occasions. He is a person of the highest integrity and honesty. His work in the villages and with the children through the school and now with orphans, is exceptional. I recommend him highly. I have known Reverend Jackson Ongeri for five years. He has been invited twice to minister in Newcastle by a combined interdenominational group of pastors and was well received by the churches. I have ministered in Kenya with him. I recommend him highly and without hesitation. I have worked with Pastor Emmanuel Lyall since 1985. He is a real business man and extremely trustworthy.” Garry Faull, Senior Pastor, King’s Church, Newcastle, Australia

“I have met Pastor Harry Singh on the two occasions that I have been to India, and have seen him and his family at work on the last occasion. He and his family are people of integrity, with a heart for the poor and needy. They use any money and other donations given to them for the purpose for which it was given. I would commend Pastor Harry and his work as a worthy area to give to for anybody who is considering doing so.” Pat Borley, Australia

Experiences

“What a delight and inspiration it was to see the difference between the children in the street and those who have been taken into the care of Ps Harry Singh and his dedicated church.” Audrey Pickard, Australia, of her visit to Agra in 2004

“Hi Robin: I am so very pleased the money has arrived safely and can be put to such a worthwhile cause. I will read your message in Sunday School so the kids can fill their hearts with the wonders of how God works through each one of us. Thank you also for your kind words, however, you and Grahame are the ones who deserve the praise. Through the grace of God we are able to experience a small piece of Heaven here on earth as we look around and see the face of God among us.” Jane, Secretary & Youth Worker, Old Windham United Church, Canada

Of the quilts made by Hunter Christian Church craft group … “Hi Ladies! Attached you will see the little robins with their quilts! Thank you for such a loving and selfless gift! What a warm thought! They were a much needed gift as India was experiencing the coldest winter in 70 yrs! They simply loved them and were overwhelmed with all of their gifts! With much love and blessings, Robin and Grahame.” “Thankyou so much for the feedback!!!! Makes us want to do more :)” Helen Bonzo, Church Secretary

“I went to Agra in April 2005. It was a pleasure meeting Ps Singh and learning about his ministry. He has a real passion for the slum kids of Agra. They are such adorable children. I went to help out at the sewing school they have for young women. I got to see the land they have purchased to build the orphanage and I also saw the orphanage in the slum area being constructed. As soon as I gave Harry the $1,500.00 that Robin sent with me of Robin’s Nest donor money, he began building the very next day. That's who Harry is - a man of integrity and a man who presses on continually to help build God’s Kingdom at every chance he gets. Going to Agra was a life changing experience for me. It made me appreciate what I have right here in Australia and made me realise that I am in a privileged position to help others. We have so many goals for our lives here, but for some kids their daily goal is survival. Their aim for the day is to not starve and they don’t dare dream beyond that. It’s great to know that Robin’s Nest is taking action. They are giving children hope for a better future and I am very thankful to Robin for introducing me to Ps Harry Singh.” Nitasha Nadan, Australia
See photos of Nitasha’s visit

Christmas 2005: “Each of the kids had $5 in loonies and toonies in a Christmas stocking that I put in Santa's hand and they were asked to share their gift by putting as much as they wanted into Robin's Nest (a home-made nest of vines made by Uncle Don) to see how, together, they could do something big with their individual gifts. I was really pleased with the amount that reached the nest, simply because at the age of most of the little guys, they kind of don't get the concept of sharing and like to have some money to jingle in their pockets. I think most of them put in all of their money while a couple kept a dollar or two but put the rest in.” Joan Daley, Canada (Robin Byrnes’s aunt)

“I love the image of being covered with His [God’s] feathers … I love the sense of intimacy and security.” Bronwyn Rappeniker, Australia

“My beginning with the first Robin's Nest Childrens Home began in my heart as six year old child. I remember staying at my Nanna's home over the school holidays and having a very realistic dream that simply moved me beyond comprehension. I had dreamt that a baby girl was abandoned in a basket on the front doorstep (The baby Moses was my favourite Bible Story, I'm not sure if this contributed). I felt a great compassion for the baby and wanted to help her. When I awoke in the morning, I raced to the front door expecting to find a baby there. I searched and searched the front yard, into the garage and back - but, couldn't find the baby. The dream stirred something in me that I never lost.

In my early thirties, sitting in a doctor’s waiting room one day, I picked up a magazine to browse through as I waited to be seen. As I casually flipped through the pages I came across an article that shocked my world. The article was about the impact of the "One Child Policy" in The People’s Republic of China. Of course I had heard of it before, however, I had no real understanding of the effects. Pictured open page of the article was a deceased baby girl, left naked and laid out dead in the gutter of a bustling busy street (discarded), where people just passed her by without a glance or concern. I cried and cried, and made it my hearts cry - if I could make a difference to one child's life, then I commit myself to the cause of caring for orphans or abandoned children in whatever way I can, hoping for big, but not dismissing the small. I felt helpless as to my limits, but never hopeless.

I'd been working in Children's Ministry for about 5 years when I met Robin Byrnes. We befriended one another immediately and found a common heart of compassion regarding children. About two to three times a week we would catch up and go walking (our walk and talks), we prayed and supported one another's ambitions. When an open door presented with Robin's connection and friendship with Jackson & Grace Ongerie, I gave myself to help in whatever way I could. Prayer being the paramount factor. I didn't have a bank balance free to give what my heart wanted, but I gave. Money was needed to secure the home etc for lease for the 1st year. So, I rallied around my home and grabbed whatever I could to sell at a huge fund raising Garage Sale we held in benefit of opening the home - a wonderful joint effort. I scrubbed, ironed and washed whatever I could in preparation, I loaded my car and used any money I had to the cause. The results of our Garage Sale were praise worthy. Mission accomplished! It was a long hard slog of a day, but for my part, I felt a great sense of achievement.

My ministry has me functioning elsewhere in a main roll, however, nothing is ever too small and never insignificant when sown into such a great and worthy cause. Every gesture works toward the greater outcome and I have given my support to The Robin's Nest Childrens Home periodically. I would say that each seed (whether prayer, finances, toys, clothing or other) has certainly been a measure of love given directly to the orphans. It brought it home for me when having the pleasure of meeting the wonderful Ps Jackson on his visit to Australia approximately a year ago. He and his family have committed their lives to helping these orphans (to house, educate & guide), and to partner with that is truly a great joy.” Julie Bell, Australia