Posts Tagged ‘Memphis’
More Than a Camp: Summer Belonging Through Soccer and English
This June, our office hosted a three-week summer camp for refugee and immigrant families—an experience full of joy, learning, and meaningful connection. Eager mornings and lasting friendships Each weekday, 28 children gathered for a full day of activities. Mornings were spent playing soccer, followed by a shared lunch and then English lessons in the afternoon.…
Read MoreA Refugee’s Prayer: How the Church Can Be Praying for Refugees Today
A refugee and Christian from DR Congo, Karungu spent 16 years in displacement before resettling in North Carolina through World Relief. Now, Karungu prays every day for a revitalized refugee program — and you can too.
Read MoreOleksandr & 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 More6 Tips for Dealing With Compassion Fatigue
Compassion fatigue can affect anyone who cares deeply for others. Here are 6 tips for dealing with it.
Read MoreLiving out Mission: Church of the Incarnation’s Journey with World Relief Memphis
What is Your Priority? Planting a church is a daunting task. When you start with a small group of people and have limited resources, decisions must be made about where to focus efforts and also on what might potentially receive less attention in the beginning. When Drew Haltom planted Church of the Incarnation, he knew…
Read More4 Ways to Help Displaced Families Flourish in Community
Displaced families need your help. Here are four ways you can partner with World Relief to help displaced families flourish.
Read MoreDiscourse and Politics: Tips for this Election Season
As the number of global conflicts increases, we invite you to pray with us by using one of these prayers for peace in the world.
Read MoreThe Top 5 Immigration Myths Debunked
Immigration has always been a hot topic in our country’s political landscape — even more so during an election year.
Read MoreFrom Uncertainty to Purpose: Camille’s Summer of Service and Creativity
A Summer of Service: My Journey to World Relief Prior to my internship with World Relief, I struggled with my vocational discernment. I always knew I wanted to help others, but I didn’t know how. I would flip between brochures about different academic majors and took career tests online, but I struggled to find a…
Read MoreBridging the Gap: Christian Thomas’ Journey as an Occupational Therapy Intern at World Relief Memphis
At World Relief Memphis, we are continually inspired by the incredible dedication and impact of our team members. One such individual who has made a significant mark on our organization and the broader community is Dr. Christian Thomas, our talented Occupational Therapy (OT) intern and now Health & Wellness Specialist. As a certified occupational therapist,…
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