Oleksandr & Katharine: A Journey of Resilience & Friendship
“What if, when you look at another human being, rather than thinking about all the differences between you and them, you remember how much you have in common? You could say and do things to reduce fear and anxiety, to encourage and uplift. If you can do this, you will certainly learn something, and your…
Read MoreBuilding a Future Through English: Igor’s Story
Igor and his wife arrived in the U.S. two years and five months ago, seeking safety and stability after fleeing the war in Ukraine. Back home, Igor had built a successful career—first as a mechanic, then as an IT specialist, and eventually as a department director at a metallurgical plant. Now, in the U.S., he…
Read MoreFaith Leaders Urge President Trump and Secretary Rubio to Prioritize Return of Ukrainian Children in Peace Negotiations
Today, a coalition of prominent faith leaders and advocates released a letter to President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio, urging them to ensure the safe return of nearly 20,000 Ukrainian children who have been forcibly transferred to Russia since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Read MoreMeet Our Team
Wherever life has taken her—from the U.S. to Macedonia, Romania, Kuwait and back to the U.S—music has been Employment Specialist Laura Barbe’s “go-to” activity.
Read MoreA Volunteer’s Impact
Mary Claire’s Story as a Cultural Companion. At World Relief, we are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who have stepped up to serve refugee families in need. Their dedication and compassion make a world of difference for those adjusting to life in a new country. One of our volunteers, Mary Claire, recently shared her heartfelt…
Read MoreNew Report Details the Potential Impact of Deportations on American Christian Families
As the Trump administration pursues “the largest deportation in U.S. history,” a new report estimates how increased immigration enforcement could impact Christian households in the United States.
Read MoreCome and See: Witnessing the Human Story at the U.S.-Mexico Border
The reality at the U.S.-Mexico border is not a new one. It is complex and generational — a heart-wrenching condition that has plunged too many families already experiencing vulnerability into even greater need.
Read MoreWill the church in Spokane seize this opportunity to support persecuted Christians and share the Gospel?
This is the opportunity the church in Spokane has with refugees who have come to our city. God has brought the nations to us. A pitch right down the middle. Roughly half are Christians already, persecuted for their faith.
Read MoreWelcoming Refugees Starts with You: Walk with someone like Khin Lay
Imagine spending over 15 years in a country that doesn’t legally recognize you. This is the reality for countless refugees around the world, including those in Malaysia, where Khin Lay fled to escape conflict in her home country of Myanmar. Now, after nearly a year in the US, she and her family are building their…
Read MoreUrgent Global Needs — And How You Can Help
Amid major global crises and a U.S. government funding freeze, families around the world are facing unimaginable challenges. Here are World Relief’s most urgent global needs — and how you can help us stand in the gap.
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