In Matthew 25, Jesus challenges his followers to welcome the stranger. This bold command from Jesus is a statement of radical love. It rises above rhetoric, political divides, and seeks to see people as God does – made in his image, deserving of love, dignity, and humanity. For the 120 million that have been forcibly displaced, World Relief Chicagoland is inviting you to welcome the stranger with us today.
Are you ready to answer the call?
Today, more than 120 million women, men and children are estimated to have fled their homes because of violence, conflict and persecution. We believe that the way of welcome is transformative and creates lasting change in their lives:
Ludmila from Ukraine
“If I had stayed in Mariupol, I don’t think I would be alive right now,” said Ludmila, mentioning her dependence on insulin for survival.
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For over 45 years, along with you, we have welcomed refugees and other immigrants to Chicagoland. We are grateful for your partnership today!
$50/mo over a year
Provide tutoring sessions for 12 refugee students starting school in the new year.
$90/mo over a year
Help 12 newly arrived refugees get to essential appointments during their first month in the U.S. by covering the cost of rides.
$125/mo over a year
Support an immigrant as they begin their pathway to citizenship through Immigration Legal Services.
$50
Provide workbooks for two refugees currently enrolled in English classes.
$90
Provide supplies for therapeutic support groups at our Mental Health Clinic.
$210
Help an immigrant begin studies through career pathways leading to strengthened security for their family with a higher paying career.
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“I am from Mariupol. My house has been destroyed… If I had stayed in Mariupol, I don’t think I would be alive right now. Mostly because I have diabetes and need insulin to survive,” said Ludmila. The octogenarian is one of more than 5,000 Ukrainians that we’ve served in the U.S. since the start of the war.
When you give $90 a month over a year, it can help 12 newly arrived refugees get to essential appointments during their first month in the U.S. by covering the cost of rides.
Did you know? Monthly givers are essential in creating change today, next month, next year and for generations to come.
