Stories
More Than a Race: BMX Camp Brings Joy and Growth to Refugee Teens
A Pause in Resettlement Sparks New Ideas Many people ask what World Relief Spokane has been doing since there have been no new resettlement cases since January. This lull in new arrivals has given our staff time to dream up new opportunities to serve existing clients. One such inspired dreamer is Robby Cannon, our Initial…
Read MoreSwimming with Purpose: Kathleen’s 12-Mile Journey for Afghan Allies
Kathleen is living proof of what it looks like when faith, experience, and compassion converge. This July, Kathleen—an accomplished swimmer and longtime member of World Relief’s extended team— took on a bold challenge: swimming 12 miles across the cold, open waters of Lake Tahoe. But this isn’t just about endurance. It’s about justice. It’s about…
Read MoreYaneth and Manuel Live Out Perseverance and Hope Through Faith
Fleeing Uncertainty: A Journey Toward Hope Yaneth and Manuel landed in Spokane on January 16, 2025, just four days before President Trump signed the executive order suspending refugee resettlement. They had left Venezuela in search of safety and a secure future for their family of four. In Venezuela, there was never any certainty that their…
Read MoreA Refugee’s Prayer: How the Church Can Be Praying for Refugees Today
A refugee and Christian from DR Congo, Karungu spent 16 years in displacement before resettling in North Carolina through World Relief. Now, Karungu prays every day for a revitalized refugee program — and you can too.
Read More5 Times the Church Advocated for Refugees and Immigrants in U.S. History
Throughout history, the church has consistently spoken up about the needs of those facing persecution and suffering. Here are five times in U.S. history when the church advocated for refugees and immigrants.
Read MoreFrom Personal Roots to Professional Impact
Sam reflects on her journey as she marks her first anniversary as a Volunteer Coordinator at World Relief Quad Cities.
Read MoreFrom intern to insider: Nabila’s journey to employment
Nabila discusses her experience from interning at WRQC to becoming a full-time Employment Team Assistance and taking on more roles in the organization.
Read MoreThe art of taking chances
Tabyanele Mwenebenga recalls his resettlement journey to the Quad Cities and overcoming the challenges of his education journey.
Read MoreWhen opportunities knock on the door
Presence Erodiance reflects on her life in Tanzania as a child and how her experience in the refugee camp shape her career decisio
Read MoreEmbracing the uncertainty
Paw reflects on her life from childhood, to fleeing her homeland and becoming a refugee, to now serving those who share similar path with her.
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