Gathering Lotus Buds

The story of Amy Carmichael missionary to India

This one woman reenactment of episodes from missionary Amy Carmichael's life tells the story of a remarkable woman and her intense commitment to God.

• Lotus Buds is a missionary’s story

Amy Carmichael was an Irish woman born in 1867.  She was the first Keswick missionary sent out from England, and eventually ended up in India, where she labored for 50 years without home leave.  Her life was dedicated to evangelism and, as the need became apparent, the rescue and care of children dedicated to prostitution in the temples.  Her concern for their physical and spiritual well-being brought about the formation of Dohnavur Fellowship, a Christian community in south India that is still in operation today.  She wrote over 40 books, and songs and poems, that tell the stories of the children, her work, and lessons from God.

• Lotus Buds is about social concerns

Amy’s work in rescuing children from temple prostitution helped raise the Indian government’s awareness of the exploitation of children in the name of religion.  This was instrumental in creating legislation prohibiting the practice of temple prostitution and child marriage.  Child abuse takes many forms.  What are we doing today to prevent it?

• Lotus Buds is a challenge

Amy was profoundly articulate on the Biblical teaching of the fellowship of Christ’s suffering.  Her writings give original and compelling insights on subjects relevant to our time.  Gathering Lotus Buds helps all of us take an honest look at our own commitment to Christ and our willingness to shine for Him in the midst of opposition, trials, and spiritual warfare—wherever our mission field is.

(Length: 50-75 minutes)  Lights, Sound, Set, Costume

Available in DVD