Posts Tagged ‘Refugees’
The Hope We Have
As families seek refuge from danger and uncertainty, we have the opportunity to embody Christ’s call to welcome the stranger. Your support sustains this work of hope, healing, and hospitality. Together, we can be the light that guides families forward.
Read MoreThe Incredible Refugee Behind Cedar Coffee and Sweet Tooth
Just across the Monroe Street Bridge sits a small, beloved café called Cedar Coffee. Visitors are greeted by the aroma of rich brews and fresh pastries, and can even purchase coffee beans sourced from around the world. But what’s the story behind this local favorite shop? It begins with the owner, Igor Anisimov, a refugee…
Read MoreOn Earth as It Is in Heaven: A Prayer for Every Tribe and Nation
Each week as I pray “Thy kingdom come,” I’m reminded that God’s vision for His kingdom is vast, growing, and beautifully diverse. My hope is that we would long for—and live toward—a world that reflects heaven’s welcome for every tribe, nation, and tongue.
Read MoreHolding Onto Hope: Farzaneh’s Journey to Safety and Belonging
After the Taliban stripped away her rights and safety, Farzaneh was forced to flee everything she knew. Today, she’s rebuilding her life in Chicagoland with the support of a welcoming community.
Read MoreHer Parents Fled Sudan. Now, She Wants to Study Refugee Trauma.
When Anan walks during her commencement ceremony in Tennessee next year, she’ll be the first college graduate in her family. The 21-year-old will carry more than her diploma — she’ll be carrying her family’s story.
Read MoreThanksgiving Remembered and Remade
While no holiday can ever compete with my love of (or perhaps more accurately, my fanaticism about) Christmas, today I find myself wistfully musing on Thanksgivings past. While Christmas captures my love of wonder and magic, Thanksgiving conjures up longings for family. Thanksgiving began, in the Crites household, well before that long-awaited Thursday. Dad (who…
Read MoreClimbing Beyond Borders: A Day of Courage, Laughter, and Rock Walls
Twenty years ago, Julyanna and her family came to the U.S. seeking medical assistance for her sister. Coming from the northeastern coast of Brazil, they faced more than just a language barrier in their new life. Along with the mixed emotions of leaving behind their people, food, culture, and lifestyle, came the lingering feeling of…
Read MoreMore Than a Race: BMX Camp Brings Joy and Growth to Refugee Teens
A Pause in Resettlement Sparks New Ideas Many people ask what World Relief Spokane has been doing since there have been no new resettlement cases since January. This lull in new arrivals has given our staff time to dream up new opportunities to serve existing clients. One such inspired dreamer is Robby Cannon, our Initial…
Read MoreStarting School in a New Country: The Journey of Refugee and Immigrant Students
For the more than 100,000 estimated refugee and displaced children in the nation, a new school year isn’t just the start of a new grade. It’s a chance to reclaim stability, rebuild routine and rediscover hope.
Read MoreWhen Kids Lead the Way in Empathy: A Remarkable Week at Second Presbyterian Church
Earlier this summer, Second Presbyterian Church set out to help children grow in empathy. In addition to exploring what the Bible says about God’s heart for immigrants, they invited guest speakers and created activities to help kids imagine life in someone else’s shoes. The results were remarkable—one boy even gave up his dream trip to…
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