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This International Women’s Month, we celebrate the resilience, courage, and determination of women who have rebuilt their lives after displacement. Meet Maria, Kateryna, and Noor—three women whose journeys remind us how strength, opportunity, and community support can help families flourish.
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The Hope We Have
As families seek refuge from danger and uncertainty, we have the opportunity to embody Christ’s call to welcome the stranger. Your support sustains this work of hope, healing, and hospitality. Together, we can be the light that guides families forward.
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On Earth as It Is in Heaven: A Prayer for Every Tribe and Nation
Each week as I pray “Thy kingdom come,” I’m reminded that God’s vision for His kingdom is vast, growing, and beautifully diverse. My hope is that we would long for—and live toward—a world that reflects heaven’s welcome for every tribe, nation, and tongue.
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Holding Onto Hope: Farzaneh’s Journey to Safety and Belonging
After the Taliban stripped away her rights and safety, Farzaneh was forced to flee everything she knew. Today, she’s rebuilding her life in Chicagoland with the support of a welcoming community.
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Fear Is Not My Future…God Is
When fear swept through Chicago’s immigrant communities amid rumors of ICE raids, one song echoed with new meaning—“Fear Is Not My Future.” In the midst of panic and uncertainty, this reflection reminds us that fear, sickness, and sorrow don’t have the final word. Hello peace, hello hope—it’s a new horizon.
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World Relief Chicagoland's expert staff are always excited to share about how we can create welcoming communities, together. Read and watch recent news coverage to see some of the ways that World Relief Chicagoland's offices in Aurora, Chicago, and DuPage County are working in the community to serve refugees and immigrants throughout the region.
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