From the Field: Surviving winter as a child refugee
The Taliban takeover in Afghanistan last summer displaced thousands of families. But it’s only the most recent in a series of conflicts that have driven people in the Middle East from their homes. In fact, people like Heba, a Syrian girl with special needs, have been...
This Human Rights Day, help Afghan families whose rights are in danger
“Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including foods, clothing, housing and medical care …” That’s a direct quote from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a document drafted in 1948...
Turn ‘what ifs’ into ‘even ifs’: a video devotional
“Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself.” Matt. 6:35 (ESV) When we focus on the future and worry about tomorrow, we lose being satisfied in God’s presence. But when you let go of your white-knuckled grasp on what’s to...
Responding in Afghanistan: 2,740 people helped and counting
“Amongst all the fearful faces, yours bring us safety and hope.” – Afghan refugee Since the Taliban reclaimed Afghanistan, hundreds of thousands of people have fled their homes trying to find safety … but they have nowhere to go. They are homeless in their...
Every day, I try to live my life in such a way that I accomplish at least one thing that will outlive me and last for eternity.