Posts by mapplegarth
Breaking Bread: Recipes from Around the World
One of the first things that comes to mind when I think about the holidays is…food. Whether I’m crowded around a dinner table with family and friends or pulling my favorite cranberry and pear pie out of the oven to take to a holiday gathering, there’s something special about breaking bread with the ones you…
Read MoreSeeking Asylum at the U.S. Border: Yousif’s Story
When the Taliban threatened their lives in Afghanistan, Yousif’s family took a miraculous journey to seek asylum at the U.S. border.
Read MoreDisplaced in Ukraine: Fleeing with 5 children and 1 suitcase
A family fled their native city, taking just one bag of belongings. Displaced in Ukraine, they spent their last funds on rent in another city. Learn how they coped.
Read More4 Prayers for Advent
Displaced families need your help. Here are four ways you can partner with World Relief to help displaced families flourish.
Read MoreHome: A Devotional Journey to Belonging | Entry 2
Explore how the act of naming in creation reflects humanity’s need for connection with God, others, and creation
Read MoreLet Us Be the Church by Jon Guerra: The Story Behind the Song
Jon Guerra’s song, Let Us Be the Church, helps Christians reflect on the church’s role in our world today.
Read MoreDiscourse and Politics: Tips for this Election Season
The current political discourse can feel exhausting, regular conversations with friends and family can unexpectedly turn into political debates and watching TV means being inundated with candidate ads and political news. We are overwhelmed and navigating the discourse and politics can be challenging. You do not want to offend but still want to speak the truth in love.
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.
Read More10 Bible Verses for When You Feel Overwhelmed
Where do you turn when you feel overwhelmed? Here are 10 Bible verses to lean on.
Read MoreEmpowering Change: How Biblical Advocacy Shapes Our Response to Global Crises
For eighty years, our staff and our vast, global network of church-based volunteers have come alongside those facing crises of disease, hunger, poverty and displacement, directly meeting physical and spiritual needs.
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