Brother’s Keeper: Making a difference in the lives of poor families

“By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

Ostra is a remote town located in the hills surroundingtheBistritavalley. JustlikeBrosteni,where the Orphanage is located, this village was once a bustling mining town. After the mines closed down, people lost their jobs and most of them left for other towns where they could find some work. The few families that were left behind are the ones that had no way to relocate. With no money they could not even attempt going somewhere else to look for work. Caught in this hopeless circle, they have to make it each month on only $10 for each child which they receive from the government.They live in buildings too ragged for humans as they struggle to survive each day. It is a miracle that they do. It is in run down places like this, forgotten by the outside world, that we feel it is our Christian duty to help. Instead of forgetting them or looking the other way, we make it our business to love and care for them. Through our Brother’s Keeper program, we deliver relief items and food to people in crisis. Words cannot describe the joy in their eyes when we arrive bringing them different food items. What seems so basic for most people is viewed as

a miracle for these families. We praise God for allowing us to share His love with families like these and we thank all our friends that support the ministry and make this blessing possible.

The Bread of Life Team

Thank you for your interest in Bread of Life Ministries. We have been able to accomplish a lot with the help of our supporters around the world. There is still more for us to do. Please prayerfully consider how you might help support Bread of Life as we provide support to children and families in need.

Become A Partner

Other articles you may be interested in

Four Years in the War Zone: Ukraine Ministry Report

By Eduard Panican BOL Logistic Manager • July 29, 2026
“For I was hungry and you gave me food... I was a stranger and you welcomed me...” — Matthew 25:35 ESV This past February marked four years since the war dramatically changed the lives of millions of people in Ukraine. The world’s response has shifted over time — some still remain deeply engaged, while others have found it difficult to stay connected as the conflict continues.

From Broken to Blessing: Iosif and the Meals on Wheels Ministry

By Alin Panican BOL Co-founder • July 29, 2026
Every day, elderly men and women in the Broșteni, Romania area who have no one to care for them receive a hot meal delivered right to their door. Along with the food comes a warm greeting, a listening ear, and a helping hand from Iosif, who faithfully travels nearly 15 kilometers by bicycle each day, regardless of the weather. For the elderly he visits, the meal meets a practical need, but the visit itself often means even more. It is a reminder that they are seen, valued, and not forgotten. What makes these daily visits especially meaningful is the story of the young man making them.

A Double Joy

By Alin Panican BOL Co-founder • July 29, 2026
If you have ever held a newborn in your arms, you know that few moments in life can match it. Yet the Bible tells us there is one moment that does — the moment a soul is born again. Heaven itself rejoices. Recently, I experienced two such moments in a single church service.