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The Life of Verent J. Mills Dr. MillsGreat is Thy Faithfulness
Prelude
     Dr. Mills had lived a life of faith. By faith he responded to God's call to go to China. By faith, he overcame cultural barriers and established churches and bible school there. By faith, he endured incredible hardship during the war and reversed the devastation of famine in the Sy Yup area. By faith, he responded to another special calling: taking care of suffering little children, victims of senseless wars, violence, and human conflicts in China, Korea, and worldwide. For this he was affectionately called "The Father of Orphans".
     Dr. Mills is no longer with us physically. But I know he continues to live within our hearts. I believe God sent him into our lives for a special purpose: to show us how to live by faith, and how to love and serve others without asking for anything in return, for the ultimate reward comes from God.
     The following poem, written in Chinese on behalf of all the CCF children, sums up his life very appropriately:

Our Beloved Pa-Pa

Whispering and comforting, he pours out his compassion and empathy.
Laboring tediously, he perseveres until all is accomplished.
Respected by many, he is known as "The Father of Orphans."
With loving-kindness of a shepherd, one by one he guides them for God's name's sake.
As a teacher and a dear friend, he bears fruits overflowing.
Rejoicing with the Lord, one day we will meet again in heaven.