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Maryolga’s Journey: Seeking Stability in a New Land

February 25, 2025 | Comments Off on Maryolga’s Journey: Seeking Stability in a New Land

In late December, Maryolga arrived in Chicagoland through the refugee program, seeking safety and a fresh start. She traveled with her 15-year-old daughter and elderly mother, reuniting with her 19-year-old son, who was already in the U.S.  Their journey reflects a broader exodus; since 2014, over 7.7 million Venezuelans have fled their homeland due to…

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A new lenten devotional from World Relief celebrates 80 years.

A New Lenten Devotional Celebrates 80 Years of World Relief

February 14, 2024

In the aftermath of World War II, a community of ordinary believers in Boston, Massachusetts, felt moved to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of displaced peoples in war-torn Europe.

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A new lenten devotional from World Relief celebrates 80 years.

A New Lenten Devotional Celebrates 80 Years of World Relief

February 12, 2024

In the aftermath of World War II, a community of ordinary believers in Boston, Massachusetts, felt moved to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of displaced peoples in war-torn Europe.

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Mely talks to clients in the Friendship Center

Drop in to the Friendship Center!

February 9, 2024

Community Ambassadors are here to help! As immigrants and former refugees, these ambassadors have “been through it all.” This life…

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A Lenten devotion on the history and purpose of Lent

Lenten Devotion: What is Lent?

February 7, 2024

What is Lent? Join us in this Lenten devotional to gain a deeper understanding of the season, dispel misperceptions and explore traditions.

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Be inspired to inspire

February 6, 2024

Dr. LaShanta reflects back on her inspiring education journey and discusses the celebration of Black History Month.

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Our souls during lent

February 6, 2024

Marcellina shares the practices she partakes in during lent and how that reflects in her spiritual wellbeing. 

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