Upstate SC Archives

Breaking Bread: Recipes from Around the World

By mapplegarth | December 11, 2024

One of the first things that comes to mind when I think about the holidays is…food. Whether I’m crowded around a dinner table with family and friends or pulling my favorite cranberry and pear pie out of the oven to take to a holiday gathering, there’s something special about breaking bread with the ones you…

Seeking Asylum at the U.S. Border: Yousif’s Story

By mapplegarth | December 11, 2024

When the Taliban threatened their lives in Afghanistan, Yousif’s family took a miraculous journey to seek asylum at the U.S. border.

Displaced in Ukraine: Fleeing with 5 children and 1 suitcase

By mapplegarth | December 11, 2024

A family fled their native city, taking just one bag of belongings. Displaced in Ukraine, they spent their last funds on rent in another city. Learn how they coped.

4 Prayers for Advent

By mapplegarth | November 29, 2024

Displaced families need your help. Here are four ways you can partner with World Relief to help displaced families flourish.

Home: A Devotional Journey to Belonging | Entry 2

By mapplegarth | October 29, 2024

Explore how the act of naming in creation reflects humanity’s need for connection with God, others, and creation

Let Us Be the Church by Jon Guerra: The Story Behind the Song

By mapplegarth | October 23, 2024

Jon Guerra’s song, Let Us Be the Church, helps Christians reflect on the church’s role in our world today.

Discourse and Politics: Tips for this Election Season

By mapplegarth | October 22, 2024

The current political discourse can feel exhausting, regular conversations with friends and family can unexpectedly turn into political debates and watching TV means being inundated with candidate ads and political news. We are overwhelmed and navigating the discourse and politics can be challenging. You do not want to offend but still want to speak the truth in love.