Introduction

Shining Faces in India is a UK registered charity giving aid to the Indian Christian Mission Centre (ICMC), an orphanage near Salem in southern India. The founder of the orphanage, Pastor Jayaraj Krishnan and his wife Christy have devoted more than 30 years of care to orphaned and destitute children who are brought to the mission – their commitment is truly inspirational.

Since 1984, my father, sisters and I have been passionately committed to supporting and fund-raising for these children. We have called the charity Shining Faces, because despite the disadvantages these poor children have endured, they are being brought up in an environment of happiness. I hope you will be similarly moved and inspired by what you read on the following pages.

Jody Wainwright

ICMC President