Help Sustain Our Mission for Children

Hello friends! My name is Lydia and together with my husband Jason, we are the founders of Little Seed and Kingdom Seed Academy. I am honored to share with you the backstory of these establishments.

In 2018, when my eldest son was just one year old, I felt the need to send him to daycare while I pursued my studies in education. We prayed, asking God to prepare the right daycare for him. One day, during prayer, God moved my heart and asked, "Why don't you start a family daycare yourself?" At the time, I hesitated because I lacked the necessary resources. However, I have always loved children, and had many years of experience serving in children’s ministry at church. I decided to obey this calling and God miraculously opened the doors. He quickly provided someone to help us with the license application and sent us Annie, a wonderful teacher to join us. We rented out our own home and moved into this new place that God provided, which was more suitable for daycare, and thus, we began Family Daycare.

Running Family Daycare made me realize that this is a calling I truly want to dedicate myself to. As I watched the beautiful children grow, I felt a deep desire to spend even more time with them. That’s when the idea of starting a daycare center began to take shape. With this vision in our hearts, we prayed together, asking God to guide us and help us find the right place. We came across a church that only leased to nonprofit organizations, so we decided to apply for 501(c)(3) nonprofit status under the name "Jesus Loves Children Mission Group" and signed a lease with them. At the same time, we made the decision to sell our property to fund the creation of the school.

However, just after we signed the lease, the pandemic hit, and the approval of our license was delayed. We waited for nearly a year, and eventually, the church canceled the lease agreement. Yet, at that moment, our nonprofit organization "Jesus Loves Children Mission Group" was approved. While we lost the building, we gained the nonprofit organization. Through this season, God’s purpose for us became clear. He protected us from losses during the pandemic and, more importantly, adjusted our hearts. He helped us start the school with a purer and more sincere purpose—to serve Him.

One day, during prayer, God spoke to my heart, saying: "Do not despise small children, for within them is an unshakable kingdom." He gave me the verse Matthew 13:31-32: "The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and sowed in his field. Though it is the smallest of all seeds, when it grows, it becomes the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and rest in its branches."

This was truly God's call to us. Once we understood His will, He quickly opened another door—a new location at 630 Walnut. It was a standalone property, right next to a police station, offering a safe and perfect setting for a daycare. The paperwork process went smoothly, and we prayed for a Christian principal. God answered our prayers and provided us with Mr. Bo, a devoted brother in the Lord.

In July 2021, Little Seed Child Development Center officially opened. Every morning, teachers greet the children at the door, and after entering, the day begins with worship. I pray daily for each child and their family, for the unity of our team, and for our teachers. Teachers receive regular professional development and faith-based retreats. At Little Seed, the staff love one another in the Lord, like one family. We have sowed with tears and reaped with joy. By God's grace, the school filled up within just a few months without spending money on advertising, and the following year, more than 60 children were on the waiting list.

Soon after, some of my husband's real estate clients learned of the success of our daycare and expressed interest in investing and encouraged us to open a chain. However, we were clear that this daycare was not about making a profit, but about serving God. We declined their offers. Jason and I prayed about how to use the potential profits for God’s work, and Jason suggested sponsoring children. We then partnered with World Vision to sponsor children in need.

As the children who were graduating from Little Seed were about to enter elementary school, I began to understand more about the U.S. education system. I realized that the public education system had deviated from biblical truths, and I felt a deep burden to continue with elementary education.

The transition from Family Daycare to Little Seed Center was an operational adjustment, but moving from daycare to elementary school was like entering uncharted waters. We chose a curriculum that aligned with biblical values so that it could not only help children excel academically but also deepen their faith. We are so thankful that God provided us with a team of experienced Christian educators.

We named the elementary school Kingdom Seeds Academy. Although this name derived from the same scripture, the transition from "Little Seed" to "Kingdom Seeds" symbolizes our determination to push beyond our previous limits.

We prayed and began searching for a new location. Initially, we found a property at 3333 Diamond Bar, but due to our lack of real estate collateral and insufficient funds, the landlord declined us and soon after, the property was taken off the market. We knew that God’s timing had not yet arrived, so we continued praying. In 2022, the property was listed again, and this time, God opened a way. The landlord agreed to lease to us, with the condition that Jason and I personally guaranteed the lease. At first, we hesitated, fearing the responsibility. But God encouraged us with Joshua 1:3-7: "Every place where you set your foot, I have given to you, as I promised Moses." We believed and signed the contract. Soon after, blessings started pouring in and brothers and sisters from our church offered loans and donations to support the school.

Kingdom Seed Academy became a wonderful learning environment for the students, with bright and airy classrooms, a music room, a dance studio, an art room, and a large auditorium. Even on rainy days, we still had enough room for indoor activities.

We thank God that KSA has finally begun! While we were mentally prepared for the challenges ahead, we know that elementary school is a unique and important stage—a big step from daycare to formal education. Our goal is to help children build a strong foundation, nurture their spirituality, and guide them toward God (Colossians 1:28), planting His unshakable kingdom in their hearts. At the same time, we want to support them as they adjust to the rhythm of school life. This transition isn’t just tough for the children—it’s also a big change for parents. And while we expected challenges, the journey took us on a ride.

In early 2024, as half of our facility remained unused, we faced a financial crisis. A friend’s investment company offered to help, and in order to continue operating the school, we agreed to collaborate with them. We decided to use half of the facility for "Diamond Dar Daycare," but the licensing process was delayed by almost a year, and our financial resources were once again strained. Jason and I sold everything we could—both tangible and intangible—to keep the school running.

Though there is still a significant financial gap, we see a school that is still growing in health and maturity. Through these past two years of trials, KSA has built a more united core team, and our teaching has matured. Enrollment for 2025 is already increasing. We have received a great deal of positive feedback and valuable suggestions. Therefore, we are filled with confidence and hope for the future of the school.

In the past two years, the school has experienced both mountains and valleys. Our address, 3333 (the number 3 and the Chinese word for "mountain" share a similar pronunciation), initially led me to understand that God wanted us to have faith—faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains. But one morning, as I prayed on campus, looking out at the mountains surrounding the school, a peaceful thought filled my heart: "As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds His people, both now and forevermore" (Psalm 125:2).

This is God’s promise. He will watch over and protect His people, His children. We are deeply grateful to those who have supported us on this challenging journey and those parents who share our vision. Together, we are seeing the transformation of these children’s lives. Each day, as the children attend chapel and Bible classes, listening to God's Word, praying, and praising, we are filled with joy as we witness their growth. We give thanks and praise to God, knowing that our efforts have not been in vain.

Mission and Vision of Jesus Loves Children Mission Group

In the story of Little Seed’s founding, I shared how we initially established this nonprofit organization to meet the lease requirements for our school building. After waiting for a year, the lease was unexpectedly terminated. But instead of disappointment, we received something far greater—official certification for Jesus Loves Children Mission Group (JLC). It was then that we realized this was God’s divine plan.

At first, our understanding was simple: a school dedicated to God should not be built for profit, but rather as a ministry devoted solely to serving Him. The school was never meant to belong to any individual—it belongs to God alone. Because of this, we often remind our teachers: We are all coworkers in Christ, and our only boss is God. Whatever we do, even in the smallest tasks, remain faithful because we do it for Him.

Over the past four years, as founders of the school, my husband and I have carried the heart of both servants and shepherds, working alongside God in this calling. Through this journey, we have seen the deeper needs of this generation of children and families. It has become increasingly clear that God’s purpose for JLC extends beyond simply establishing a school.

From the very beginning, God gave us this Scripture: "The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed..." (Matthew 13:31)

God's desire is to plant the seed of His kingdom within people’s hearts, growing an unshakable faith. But this growth requires more than just a school—it requires an entire environment where faith can take root and flourish.

Our Mission Moving Forward

While remaining faithful in education, we are committed to strengthening our school, refining our academic and administrative systems, and expanding our programs to include after-school activities and summer camps. At the same time, we are developing a strong core team, working on curriculum innovation, teacher training, course development, parent education, family support initiatives, and special education programs.

Beyond traditional education, we also hope to extend our mission into media, entertainment, and digital platforms—creating content for children that is deeply rooted in biblical truth. Our goal is to build a nurturing environment that aligns with God’s truth for both children and families.

Looking ahead, we aspire to bring this well-established, Christ-centered educational model to third-world countries. Our mission is not only to provide economic support but, more importantly, to share the Gospel—so that children and families may hear about Jesus, receive Him, and inherit eternal life.

God has made His will increasingly clear: He is planting the seeds of His kingdom in this generation, and through His people, He will fulfill His plans on earth. In the face of a world that often drifts away from biblical truth, we choose not to compromise. Instead, we will live out the values of the Kingdom. Only by standing firm in the truth can we build an unshakable foundation of faith.

Many parents today say, "This generation of children is so fortunate—they have everything they need." But in reality, they are growing up in an era filled with greater temptations, challenges, and confusion about their identity and purpose. Children in both developed and developing countries face the same fundamental questions:

Who am I?

Where do I come from?

Where am I going?

What is the purpose of my life?

Jesus said, "The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy; but I have come that they may have life, and have it abundantly." (John 10:10)

Education alone cannot answer life’s deepest questions—only God’s truth can.

Planting the seeds of God’s kingdom in children is one of the most powerful ways to shape their lives for the better. By teaching them biblical values, we are instilling not just good morals, but also a deep sense of self-worth. When children realize that God created them perfectly and with purpose, it empowers them to be confident in who they are and what they can accomplish.

Through the stories in the Bible, they learn the importance of good work ethics, responsibility, and the value of teamwork. These teachings are more than just lessons—they are tools for navigating life and building meaningful relationships with others.

In today’s world, social media and external pressures can lead to confusion and self-doubt, but by grounding our students in God’s truth, we help them navigate these challenges with clarity and resilience. Instead of getting caught up in the noise of comparison, they develop a strong sense of identity and purpose, protecting them from the mental health struggles that often come with trying to meet unrealistic standards. Most importantly, we don’t need to foster competitiveness in children. Each child is on their own unique journey, and we encourage them to embrace their individual strengths and passions. We believe every child can become an influential person in their own way—whether through leadership, kindness, creativity, or any other gift they have—and by empowering them to grow into the person God created them to be, we help them make a lasting impact in the world.

This is the heart of our mission: to use education as a means to reach different spheres of society, to plant the seeds of truth, and to lead people fully into Jesus Christ. Our vision is to equip children with spiritual discernment and wisdom so they will not be deceived by the lies of the world.

The road ahead is long, but it is one filled with hope, joy, and victory—because He who promised is faithful, and His purposes for Jesus Loves Children Mission Group will surely come to pass.

"Though your beginning was small, your latter days will be very great." (Job 8:7)

Our Current Financial Needs

Immediate Goal:

To sustain normal school operations, we need at least $500,000.

To improve our school, we need an additional $500,000 to build a kitchen and enhance security measures.

Resource Support:

Educational Resources (curriculum, learning materials, teacher training programs)

Foundation and Funding Opportunities

Christian Educators and Teaching Staff

Consultants and Experts across various fields

If you feel called to support this mission, whether through prayer, financial support, or resources, we invite you to partner with us in planting the seeds of God’s kingdom for generations to come. Together, we can build an unshakable foundation of faith for the children and families we serve.

大家好，我是Lydia，我和我先生Jason是“Little Seed”和“Kingdom seed”的創辦人。容我在這裡和大家分享「小種子」、「天國的種子」的故事。

2018年，我的大兒子一歲的時候，我打算將兒子送到家庭幼兒園，我回學校進修教育學。我們就禱告，求神預備適合兒子的家庭幼兒園。有一天，禱告的時候，神感動我：“你為什麼不自己開始一個家庭幼兒園呢？”當時我是遲疑的，因為我沒有這方面的資源。不過我很喜歡孩子，也有很多年在教會兒童主日學服侍的經驗。我便順服這個感動。很奇妙，當我順服的時候，神就開路，神很快為我們預備了幫助我們申請執照的人，也為我們預備了一起共事的老師Annie，甚至為我們預備了一間適合做家庭幼兒園的房子。我們便把自己房子出租，租了這間更適合做家庭幼兒園的房子，開始了“Family Daycare”。

在做“Family Daycare”的過程中，我感受到這是一個我願付上代價，全身心投入的事業。看著家裡這些可愛的孩子，也想用更多的時間陪伴孩子們長大，便萌生了 Daycare Center的想法。有了這個想法，我們便一起禱告，求神帶領、預備我們所需的場地。我們找到一間教會，這間教會只和非營利公司簽租約。我們便申請了“501C 非營利公司”（Jesus Loves Children Mission Group），和教會簽訂了租約協議。同時，我們賣掉了我們自己的房產，預備創辦學校所需的運營資金。

然而，剛簽訂合同，疫情就爆發了。我們等候將近一年但執照審批沒有任何進展，最後教會和我們解除了租房合約。但這時，我們申請的非營利機構“Jesus Loves Children Mission Group” 審核卻通過了。場地雖然沒有了，卻得到了一個非營利機構。神的心意向我們顯明——神藉著這一年的等候，保守我們不在疫情期間因投入造成損失，更重要的是調整我們的心，讓我們帶著更純粹的目的創辦學校，侍奉神。

有一天，禱告中神感動了我：不要輕看小孩子，在他們裡面有一個不可動搖的國。並給我（馬太福音13:31-32）作為印證：「天國好像一粒芥菜種，有人拿去種在田裏。 這原是百種裏最小的，等到長起來，卻比各樣的菜都大，且成了樹，天上的飛鳥來宿在它的枝上。」

這是神對我們的呼召。當我們明白神的心意，神很快就給我們開一扇門——位於核桃市的場地。這是一處獨立的場地，坐落在警察局旁邊，非常安全，各方面的條件都更適合做幼兒園，而且一切的手續都順利到位。我們禱告尋找一位基督徒校長，神也為我們預備了一位敬虔愛主的弟兄Mr. Bo。感謝神為我們預備主內的工作團隊，我們一起同心合意禱告神的帶領。

2021年7 月， “Little Seed Child Development Center” 正式開幕。每一天清晨，老師在門口迎接孩子，孩子們進入學校後都是以敬拜開始。我每日提名為每一個孩子和他們的家庭禱告，為我們團隊的合一，為老師們禱告，老師有定期的教職培訓和信仰營會，在“Little Seed”，教職員工在主裡彼此相爱，就是一家人。流淚撒種，歡呼收割，因神的恩典，學校在沒有花廣告費宣傳的情況下，短短幾個月就招生滿額，次年更有超過60多個孩子在等候加入學校。

不久，我先生的一些房地產客戶得知他的幼兒園開辦的很成功，就紛紛表示想要投資，鼓勵我們開連鎖店，當時我們清楚知道這個幼兒園是侍奉神的，不以營利為目的，所以我們一一謝絕客戶的心意。我和Jason回應神的心意，思量著營利的部分要如何被神使用，Jason想到可以助養兒童，我們便與World Vision合作，助養孩子。

隨着在“Little seed”畢業的孩子將要進入小學，我們也開始對美國的教育系統有了更多的了解。了解到美國公立的教育系統在價值觀上偏離了聖經的真理，因此有了強烈的抱負，希望繼續提供優質的小學教育。

如果說從“Family Daycare”到“Little Seed Center‘’是管理上的跨越，從幼兒園到小學可以說是行業上的跨越。我們選擇符合聖經真理價值觀的教材，能夠幫助孩子們不僅在學術上可以扎根，更在信仰上扎根。感謝神，神為我們預備了主內有教學經驗的教師團隊。

我們為小學起名為“Kingdom Seed Academy”。引用的雖是同一處經文，但不再是小種子，而是天國的種子。名字上的轉變同樣體現了學校要突破的決心。

我们禱告開始尋找場地，起初我們找到“3333 Diamond Bar”這所場地，但由於我們沒有房產擔保，資金不足，房東不願意租給我們。沒多久, 場地在市場上停售了。我們知道神的時間還沒到，便繼續禱告等候。2022年，這所場地再次上市，然而這次神開路，房東願意租給我們，附加條件是我和我先生的個人信用擔保。在我們猶豫和害怕的時候，神以（約書亞記1:3-7）激勵我們「凡你們腳掌所踏之地，我都照著我所應許摩西的話賜給你們了。」所以我們便簽下合約，之後也有教會的弟兄姊妹主動借款以及捐款來幫助學校。

我們為學生提供了優良的學習環境，教室通透明亮，學校設有音樂教室，舞蹈教室，藝術教室和大禮堂，在下雨天，學生也可以有室內活動的空間。

感謝神，KSA終於開幕了。雖然我們有心理準備——小學是一個非常特別的階段，是從幼兒園進入學業教育的一個很重要的轉捩點，要幫助孩子們樹立正確的價值觀，關懷他們的靈性，把孩子們完全地引到神的面前（歌羅西書1:28），在孩子們的生命裡建立起那不可動搖的國，同時幫助孩子們適應學校的節奏。不僅孩子要適應這樣的轉變，同樣，家長也需要這樣的突破。但實際運作起來卻不那麼順理成章，甚至可以說很艱難。

2024年初，由於場地使用率只有一半，我們面臨了財政危機。當時有一個朋友的投資公司願意幫助我們，為了學校可以繼續運營，我們決定與他們合作，將校舍的一半用於做“Diamond Bar幼兒園”。但執照審批的延遲超出預期近一年的時間，資金鏈再次中斷。我們夫妻也變賣所有有形無形的財產來維持學校的運營。

雖然在資金上還有非常大的缺口，但我們看到一個正在健康成長的學校，藉著這兩年的磨練，KSA建立了一個更團結的核心團隊，在教學營運上更趨成熟，2025年的招生率也在不斷提升。我們感恩得到非常多的正面回饋，也收穫到很多寶貴的建議。因此，我們對學校的發展重燃了信心和盼望。

在過去的兩年，學校經歷了高山和低谷，我們的地址是3333（數字3 和中文的“山”是一個發音），起初我領受神要我們帶著信心，哪怕是芥菜種一樣的信心就可以移山。 但有一日清晨到學校禱告，望著遠處環繞著學校的眾山，平安的意念充滿心懷：眾山怎樣圍繞耶路撒冷，耶和華也照樣圍繞他的百姓，從今時直到永遠。(詩篇 125:2)

這是上帝的應許，祂會看顧、保守祂的百姓，祂的孩子。感謝在這個艱難的旅程中支持我們，認同我們意向的家長，我們共同的努力讓我們看到這些孩子生命裡的改變。孩子們在每日的小禮拜堂和聖經課，聽神的話，禱告，讚美，我們每每看到孩子們的成長，就充滿喜樂，向神獻上感恩和讚美。我們所付出的，沒有徒然。

“Jesus Loves Children Mission Group”機構的使命和意象：

在成立“Little Seed”的故事裡，我有提到起初我們成立這個非營利機構是場地簽約的需要。在等候了一年後，場地解約了，我們卻得到了“Jesus Loves Children Mission Group”機構認證，那時我們領受了這是神的美意。

起初我們領受的有限，認為不可以營利為目的經營神的學校，要有單單侍奉神的心，並且學校不是個人所有，而是屬於神。 因此，我們常常對老師們說：所有人都是同工，我們唯一的老闆是神。因此做什麼，我們都要做給神看，在小事上忠心。

在過去的四年，作為學校的創辦人，我們夫妻秉承著服侍和牧養的心，在職場中與神同工。在學校的創辦的過程，我們看到這一代孩子和家庭的更多需要，更加清楚和更多明白神對JLC的心意不僅僅是建立學校，建立學校只是這個機構的開始。就如最初神給我們的經文： 天國好像一粒芥菜種。神要在我們的裡面建立祂的生命。要把天國的種子種在人的心裡，我們裡面有一個不可動搖的國。這個生命的建立需要一個更大的信仰環境，而不僅僅是一個學校。

我們要在教學的崗位上忠心，辦好學校，完善教學和管理，也要預備好課後班，暑期班。同時也在發展我們的核心團隊，在教材研發，教師培訓，課程建立，家長學堂，家庭俱樂部，特殊教育等各個教育延伸的領域做功課。同時期待在網絡，媒體，娛樂等領域也傳遞給孩子們合乎真理的內容，致力於給我們的孩子和家長打造一個合乎真理的成長環境。

我們計畫在不久的將來可以把完善的，經過驗證的教學體系帶到第三世界國家，不僅在經濟上幫助他們，更是使他們聽到福音，接受耶穌，得到永生的生命。

我們越發清楚神的心意是將天國的種子深深地根植於這地，藉著祂的百姓成就祂在地上的計劃。因此，面對世俗的文化，我們不妥協，而是要活出天國的價值觀。唯有在真理上堅持，才可以在我們內心擁有一個不可動搖的國。

我們常聽到一些父母說：這一代的孩子很幸福，什麼都有。但事實上，他們生活在一個更加充滿誘惑，挑戰，自我價值混亂的年代。其實發達國家的孩子和第三世界國家的孩子都面臨同樣一個人生課題： 我是誰？我從哪裡來？要往哪裡去？ 我為什麼而活？

盜賊來，無非是殺戮、毀壞，但我們的神來是叫我們得生命，並且得的更豐盛。教育不能解決生命的問題，唯有真理可以。這也是我們的宣教策略，藉著學校觸及各個領域，撒下真理的種子，把人完完全全地引到耶穌基督裡，使孩子們不被謊言迷惑，培養屬靈的分辨能力和智慧。

我們當行的路甚遠，卻是充滿盼望，喜樂的得勝之路。因為那應許我們的是信實的。祂的旨意必定成就在Jesus Loves Children Mission Group. 我們起初雖微小，終久必發達。

非常感恩您耐心的讀完我們以上的分享，相信您已經很清楚和瞭解了我們信仰的心路歷程！在此時艱難的時刻，若您有感動，希望能夠得到您的幫助，願您五餅二魚的擺上，可以成為我們的祝福，也成為你們的祝福。

以下是我們的需要：

1. 初期目標：維持學校正常運營至少需要50萬，學校需要建廚房和升級的部分需要50萬。

2. 資源分享（教育資源，基金會資源，師資資源，各領域的顧問等）