Posts by adelgado
From Fleeing the Taliban to Finding Refuge in Rochester, NY
Fleeing the Taliban and becoming a refugee shattered the life Samandar built in Kandahar, Afghanistan. He grew up in a home filled with love, guided by faith and the values his parents lived by every day. Inspired by their dedication, Samandar set his sights on becoming a doctor one day. But when the Taliban seized…
Read MoreSurviving the Guerrilla: A Colombian Refugee Mother’s Journey to Belonging
In a small town in Cesar, Colombia, Rubiela’s childhood was filled with laughter, love, and the warmth of family. But even the most cherished moments could not shield her from the horrors of war—forcing her to flee and rebuild her life as a refugee in Rochester, NY. She was just a child when armed men…
Read MorePrayers for Peace in the World
As the number of global conflicts increases, we invite you to pray with us by using one of these prayers for peace in the world.
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