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From Strangers to Family: How Volunteers Help Ukrainian Newcomers Find Belonging the U.S.

May 15, 2026 | Comments Off on From Strangers to Family: How Volunteers Help Ukrainian Newcomers Find Belonging the U.S.
Volunteers and Ukrainian Parolees become friends

When volunteers Jackie and Royce said “yes” to helping their Ukrainian neighbors, they sparked a beautiful friendship. Read their story.

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Changemakers in Rwanda — A Story of Light Overcoming Darkness

December 22, 2016

The following post was written by Moses Ndahiro, Country Director for World Relief Rwanda. Rwanda.A country as magnificent as it is…

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Drought Pushes Turkana Herders to Farming

December 20, 2016

Listen to a recent VOA interview with Darren Harder, World Relief’s South Sudan Country Director. (Interview begins at 7:04)

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Changemakers in the U.S. — Love is Our Mission

December 20, 2016

The Changemaker series features stories from our work around the world.  It is our hope that these stories will inspire, encourage,…

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How Much Is Enough? Thoughts from Jeff Shinabarger

December 16, 2016

“It’s better to give than receive.” In a world that’s commercialized and in a season that’s oftentimes defined by excess,…

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Seeking Refuge Receives Award of Merit in Christianity Today’s 2017 Book Awards

December 14, 2016

Seeking Refuge: On the Shores of the Global Refugee Crisis, written by Stephan Bauman, Matthew Soerens and, Dr. Issam Smeir, received an Award of Merit in Christianity Today’s 2017 Book Awards. Read Story

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Changemakers in Haiti — Who is the Hero?

December 12, 2016

When people think of Haiti, they often think of incredible poverty, disaster, dependence, and despair. But there is another story. It is one of the church stepping into communities as beacons of light and agents of change, offering help and hope to struggling families.

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