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World Relief Condemns DHS Move to Strip Protections from Previously Approved Refugees, Violating Promises U.S. Made to Those Fleeing Persecution
Faith leaders call for swift reversal and reinstatement of full protections made to most vetted category of immigrant
Read MoreA Lenten Journey of Sacred Presence: Walking Through the Dark Night
A Lenten Journey of Sacred Presence: Walking Through the Dark Night Heja sits quietly in her tent at Koursigue Refugee Camp, her daughters close by. Once a confident and respected teacher in Sudan, she now finds herself surrounded by the dust of Chad, tracing the contours of survival. Her thoughts often drift to the classroom…
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2022 — The Day the Ukraine War Reached Home
This story was originally published by World Relief Memphis. On February 24, 2022, at 5:00 in the morning, Iryna woke up to the words that would divide her life into “before” and “after.” The television had stayed on through the night, and Putin’s voice filled the room. Russia had begun what he called a “special operation.” At…
Read MoreWorld Relief, Evangelical Christian Leaders Issue Joint Statement Following Temporary Continuation of TPS for Haitians
Groups urge Congress, administration to create permanent legislative solution
Read MoreEvangelical Leaders Petition DHS Officials for Immediate Scrutiny in Treatment of Refugees in Minnesota, Deliver Letter Signed by 10,000 Christians from All 50 States
Faith leaders call for DHS oversight into treatment of most-vetted category of immigrant
Read MoreWorld Relief Celebrates Trump Administration Easing Restrictions on Foreign-Born Religious Workers
Churches no longer need to replace R-1 visa holders during long interruptions, ensuring ongoing ministry
Read MoreOne Year Later: When Policy Changed, the Church Responded
Executive orders left vulnerable families without support. The church responded with hope, justice and care. See how we’re standing in the gap together.
Read MoreWorld Relief Condemns ICE Detentions of Lawfully Present Refugees
“Operation PARRIS” in MN violates U.S. invitation to refugees, terrorizes innocent families
Read MoreChristmas Greetings in Different Languages, From Us to You
Watch this video to hear our teams share Christmas greetings in different languages. Merry Christmas!
Read MoreWorld Relief CEO Issues Statement Responding to Halt on Diversity Visas
Global evangelical humanitarian organization comments on United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) halt on diversity visas
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