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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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Woman at a gathering

Christmas in Tanzania

January 3, 2024

Chantal reflects on her resettlement journey in the Quad Cities and the career she built through her willingness and desire to serve.

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The family gathers in the airport for the first time in six years.

Welcome Home, Son

December 27, 2023

This beautiful picture is an example of a minor case: a refugee under the age of 18 who is traveling to another country for resettlement without the guardianship of his parents.

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Why We Welcome: The Prayers We Pray

December 26, 2023

Join Steven in prayer as he continues to welcome new neighbors in Whatcom County.

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Why We Welcome: The Hope We Feel

December 22, 2023

Hear how Prawin experiences hope in Jesus!

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People talk behind a Christmas tree.

Overflowing with Hope, Peace, Joy and Love!

December 21, 2023

God filled fishing nets that had stayed empty all night long. God commands us to be hospitable, even when it doesn’t make sense.

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Living Outside the Box: A Story of Transformation (VIDEO)

December 20, 2023

“Thinking outside of the box” is a phrase often used to praise imaginative and bold ideas. When we need to solve a problem but there’s no clear path forward, our minds are stretched and we are forced to imagine a better way. But what would it look like to not just think outside the box, but to LIVE outside of the box as well? 

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