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When Jackline Masouh first stepped into the halls of Kids Alive Lebanon in 2012, she carried with her a simple but powerful conviction: families can be restored. “I love working with families and that’s why I joined the ministry,” she says. Her gentle spirit, quick smile, and sense of humor have made her a joy to be around, opening the door for deeper conversations about hope and change. As the Program Coordinator for the Lighthouse Ministry, she walks alongside parents and children, offering educational opportunities, family-strengthening activities, and Christ-centered care.
Creating Spaces for Growth
Jackline knows that real change isn’t always easy—especially when it asks a whole family to grow together in unity. Some spouses can be reluctant to embrace the change that comes with positive growth. To bridge that gap, Jackline began hosting couples’ gatherings—warm, welcoming evenings filled with laughter, fellowship, and the wisdom of guest speakers who share practical ways to build strong, healthy homes. It’s a gentle approach, one that opens the door for growth without forcing it. “We believe this is a smooth way to encourage growth and change,” Jackline says. And she dreams of going even further, launching a dedicated ministry for men, where fathers can receive ongoing encouragement and support.
Transforming Faith
Among the many families Jackline has met, one stands out vividly in her heart. A mother named Samar* enrolled her two children in the Kids Alive Lebanon school. Her daughter began to learn about Jesus. She chose to follow Him, later sharing her new faith with her mother. At first, Samar was hesitant—they came from a completely different faith background. But as she watched her daughter, she felt a pull to explore this new hope for herself. Quietly, she began to pray to Jesus, and as she did, her heart and her life began to change.
The transformation was profound. Samar soon found healing from the physical and emotional burdens that had been with her for so long. Her heart filled with joy. Her daughter's simple faith had started a chain reaction. Today, both mother and daughter are baptized believers, serving faithfully in their local church. Samar now leads the women’s ministry, while her daughter inspires others as a presenter for a Christian program.
A Word of Encouragement
When asked what advice she would give to someone considering nonprofit work, Jackline says, “They should have a heart for ministry—they won’t succeed if they don’t love what they do.” Her own life is proof of that—years of steadfast service, compassion that meets people where they are, and faith that God can redeem even the most broken stories.
*name changed for safety
