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Tag Archives: refugees
Shelter for Syrian Refugees
5.6 million Syrian refugees left their homeland, seeking safety elsewhere. Many of them fled to Lebanon. World Vision works with local Christian churches to meet the needs of these refugees for food, supplies and learning centers for the children. They … Continue reading
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Sheltering Refugees
Little Lebanon, population 4.4 million, hosts over a million refugees. 1 person in 6 is a Syrian refugee. Imagine the strain on resources. Lord, provide water, food and safe shelter for all — refugees and Lebanese alike. We … Continue reading
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More than Kind
“Love is something more stern and splendid than mere kindness.” C. S. Lewis The Problem of Pain, 1940 When it comes to refugees, Lord, make us more than kind.
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No Easy Answer
It is easy to say, “Come to America. It will be fine.” But nothing is that simple. I remember when Hmong refugees were brought to America after the Vietnam War. Thousands of churches and individuals worked tirelessly to resettle the … Continue reading
Running . . . To or Fro?
Early in our marriage, we were houseparents at a home for wayward boys. Sometimes one of them would go missing. We were taught to ask ourselves if they were running to something, or away. Running to? We knew where … Continue reading
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