What’s in Our Name?
The Meaning of Hosanna
The word Hosanna comes from Hebrew and means “Save us, we pray!” It is a cry for help, a prayer for deliverance, and an expression of hope in God.
When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the crowds cried out, “Hosanna to the Son of David!” (Matthew 21:9). They were calling upon the One who came to bring salvation.
For Hosanna Pathways, this name carries a deep spiritual meaning. It reminds us of the silent cries of orphaned and at-risk children who long to be loved, protected, and welcomed into a family.
We believe God hears those cries. And through His Word, He calls us to respond with compassion and love.
Our desire is not simply to provide children with a house, but to help give them a home where they can experience the love of Jesus, grow in faith, and discover the hope of eternal life through Him.
We cannot save their souls, but we can point them to the One who can—Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
Using Temporal Means for Eternal Purposes.
More Than a House—A Home
Imagine being a child who doesn't know where they belong. No one to tuck them into bed, comfort them when they're afraid, or remind them that they are loved.
Every child longs for a place to call home. Not simply four walls and a roof, but a place filled with laughter, family meals, bedtime prayers, and the comfort of knowing someone will be there tomorrow.
We believe this reflects the heart of our Heavenly Father. He created us for relationships, and He never intended for children to face life's struggles alone.
Our prayer is that children who have experienced loss, fear, or rejection will discover the joy of belonging to a family and, above all, come to know their Heavenly Father, whose love never fails.
Because a home is more than a place to live. It's a place where a child can begin to heal, learn to trust, and discover the hope found in Jesus Christ.
“God sets the lonely in families.” — Psalm 68:6 (NIV)
Will You Answer the Call?
God calls us to care for orphans, vulnerable children, and widows. We may not all be able to open our homes, but we can open our hearts.
Through prayer, giving, and sharing Hosanna Pathways with others, you can help bring hope to a child who needs a loving family.
“Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” — 1 John 3:18 (NIV)