Compassion International exists as a Christian child advocacy ministry that releases children from spiritual, economic, social and physical poverty and enables them to become responsible, fulfilled Christian adults. Founded by the Rev. Everett Swanson in 1952, Compassion began providing Korean War orphans with food, shelter, education and health care, as well as Christian training. Today, Compassion helps more than 1.2 million children in 26 countries.

        Compassion's work has grown from modest beginnings in South Korea in 1952 when American evangelist Rev. Everett Swanson felt compelled to help 35 children orphaned by the Korean conflict. Today they have a worldwide ministry where more than 1.2 million children are now reaping the benefits of one man's clear, God-given vision. Their founder was inspired by Matthew 15:32 where Jesus says, "I have compassion for these people...I do not want to send them away hungry" [NIV]. At Compassion they serve the spiritual, physical, social and educational needs of a child. WThey achieve this through four programs: the Child Sponsorship Program, the Child Survival Program, the Leadership Development Program and Complementary Interventions.
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        In the summer of 1999 on my way to my apartment, I was listening to a radio broadcast about children and poverty in third world countries. Having lived in a country that had been subject to such conditions, naturally I could relate. On getting to the apartment, I turned on the radio to listen further. Midway through the broadcast, there was a call for donations to the cause.

        My first thought was to " think nothing of it". After all, I wasn't the only one listening. There are probably hundreds of other people who would give ....maybe. As the week went on, the concern for those little children grew. I began to put myself in their situation ( which I was in several years ago). I began to see life through their eyes, the uncertainty, the pain, the fear. Even though I had lived in a third world country for several years, I had never experienced the horrors that i heard that day. After much thought and soul searching I finally made the decision that would make a difference in a life.

        I said all that to say this, that that is the heart of the band ABLLE. That is the reason why we do what we do. And that is the reason for the birth of this group. To give these little ones a fighting chance at life. Our goal is to help others become aware of what's going on in the world around them. To enlighten your minds. To draw you into a world that you may not be aware of. A hurting world where you can be a means to a cure. Bridging the gap, making a difference, causing a change in a life that will have an affect for generations to come.

         We could easily push all concern to the side. After all, there are tons of charity's out there who raise money all the time. This is true, but how many have you given to? Don't misunderstand us, we are not asking for hand- outs or pity for these precious little souls. We are just asking that you listen, listen to their cries and pleas for help and then help them in the best way that you know how. We've taken up that call as a band, and have put their burden upon our shoulders. With the gifts of music that we have been given, our goal is to raise financial support to give them a secure life through sound education, health and shelter.

        There are many ways that you can help us in this cause. You could purchase a CD in which part of the proceeds are sent to compassion. You could sponsor a child through the compassion website or make a one time donation to compassion. Every little bit counts and everyone can make a difference. - Tola from the band ABLLE

* NOTE: 50% of the CD sales goes towards helping children in need through Compassion International. We as a band do not accept donations for Compassion. We only raise awareness and funds through our music.

01/01/17: OUR NEW SITE WITH NEW MUSIC WILL BE COMING SOON!!!!-ABLLE

1/04/12: The Jesus project that we've been working on for the past 8 months is finally done!!! Check it out on the bands "SHORTS" PAGE!!!-ABLLE

1/04/12: Good day all!!! The day is finally here!!! The bands third music video 'POUND 4 POUND' is finally here!!! Check it out on the bands video page!!! -ABLLE

10/03/11: We would like to apologize to all of our fans for the 'non-update' of our website last month. We had some technical difficulties with our online viruse programe, but it's all been remedied. Thank you all for your continual support. -ABLLE

09/04/11: Howdy, howdy ya'll!!! Great things are happening all the time!! This is to announce the official launch of TRIFOLD PRODUCTIONS. We are featuring the first major cgi animated feature of the production company in the 'shorts' section of the website. Take a look see and let us know what you think. -ABLLE

04/01/11: HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Yeah, it's kinda late for that. But better late than never. Alot of great things are going on with the band including a new single that we've just put out called 'EXISTENCE'. Check it out on the bands myspcae page. It features an up and coming young artist by the name of Brandon Morris who is also a great friend of the band. Aslo we'll be featuring a new animation and new music videos coming in the next few months. So stay tuned and stay real!! Adios muchachos!!!

10/01/10: Hey, hey!! How's everybody doing? We're announcing the launch of an anibook series called the 'GOOBLES' in our 'shorts' section of the website. Check it out and let us know what you think. Also we'll be releasing the bands single 'EXISTENCE' in the upcoming weeks on myspace. It's a pretty busy month for us also as we release the music video for the bands hit single 'POUND 4 POUND'. So stay tuned and stay plugged in, it's going to be a wild ride!!!!. -ABLLE

01/01/10: It's a new year and a new journey and we're glad you've all started another journey with us. This year, we'll be putting out new music videos and new music amoung other things. Hope everyone had a great Christmas season and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! ROCK ON!!! -ABLLE

12/15/09: Due to technical diffuculties, we were unable to update the bands website as was scheduled. After going through a very interesting process with our technical staff, we have been to rectify the situation. Thank you all for your patience and Merry Christmas. -ABLLE

07/01/09: "What if as an atheist you found out that your belief system was wrong. Only you found out when it was too late. What would YOU do?" That's the latest installment for ABLLE shorts. Check it out!- ABLLE

03/01/09: We are glad to announce a new addition to the bands website which is our "ABLLE Shorts" page. Here we display animated cartoon strips which we find funny are meaningful. Check back as often as posiible for new shorts as the year progresses. . - ABLLE

08/01/08: Concerning the band's podcast, we are in the process of buying new equipment that will improve the sound quality of the cast. Therefore this months podcast will be somewhat delayed. But don't worry, the podcast will be up and running in no time. Thanks for all your patience. - ABLLE

03/02/08: Finally!!! We have finally gotten our latest CD " Voice of the Voiceless" out of production for purchase! Remember, 50% of all sales (both CD and digital) goes to Compassion international to help a child in need! We as a band once again thank you all for your support and for making a change in the life of a child. -ABLLE

10/01/06: We (the band ABLLE) would like to officially welcome you to our new web site!! We are privileged to be a part of your lives just as you are a part of ours. It's been a long time coming with the building of the site and also the making and completion of our second CD project but thank God that it's finally here. We've got alot of work ahead of us and a colossal sized goal, but all of us working together will be able to accomplish and achieve them in due time. -ABLLE

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We apologize for our "show" page not being fully detailed. We've received more request to play than we can keep track of. This will be rectified as soon as possible.

" If you are not willing to work, then you are not ready to attain." -ABLLE