World Relief

“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” — 2 Timothy 1:7

What does it mean to respond to refugees with both wisdom and compassion? The updated edition of Seeking Refuge by Stephan Bauman, Matthew Soerens and Dr. Issam Smeir equips readers to engage one of today's most important and often misunderstood issues through a biblical lens. Addressing who refugees are, how the resettlement process works and how Christians can thoughtfully balance national security concerns with Christ-like compassion, this timely resource offers clarity in a complex moment. Whether you're new to the conversation or looking to deepen your understanding, Seeking Refuge will challenge, inform and inspire you to consider what faithful welcome looks like today. 📖 Available June 2. Pre-order or order your copy here: https://bit.ly/4uaH9U1

Forced from their homes with little warning, families across the Middle East have faced impossible choices to survive. Through trusted local partners, emergency aid is already reaching those in crisis — but the need is staggering. Your generosity is putting critical supplies into the hands of families who have lost everything. Click on the link to see how your gift is making a difference — and how you can keep helping families in their moment of greatest need. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4vaGq5Y

When grief left Pastor Lydia wondering if she could keep her church doors open, she didn’t just need basic support — she needed community. After losing her husband, Lydia found herself leading Cornerstone Church alone, with morale low and the congregation nearly gone. Then a connection through World Relief Kenya’s church mapping and a local church network changed everything. Churches rallied around her: offering fellowship, practical support, and a reminder that she wasn’t meant to carry the weight alone. With a stable home and renewed encouragement, Pastor Lydia returned to ministry with fresh hope. She started by welcoming children each week — then parents began to follow. Today, the sanctuary that was once empty is filling with life, and Lydia has launched a seed project to provide meals for children every Sunday. Lasting impact takes root when communities own the solutions and the church comes alongside for durable, community-led change. Thank you for partnering with us as we work alongside local churches to bring hope to where it’s needed most.

We want to say thank you to the nearly 14,000 Christians who raised their voices on behalf of refugees rebuilding their lives in the United States! ✉️ Together, we sent a letter to Congress expressing deep concern over the revetting of refugees who were lawfully admitted to the U.S. after undergoing one of the most rigorous vetting processes in the world. We believe refugees deserve dignity, stability and the opportunity to flourish in welcoming communities. And we will continue advocating alongside churches and supporters like you for policies that protect vulnerable families and uphold their God-given dignity. Thank you for standing with refugees and reminding our leaders that welcome matters!

“Juntos” means together. But in Mateo’s story, it meant even more than that. It meant pastors answering late-night phone calls. Churches opening their doors without hesitation. Communities crossing state lines to remind one frightened family they were not alone. Juntos is more than from a distance. It is solidarity. A shared commitment to carry burdens together and create communities where dignity, compassion and belonging flourish. This is the kind of welcome the church is called to embody. At World Relief, we believe in more than survival for refugees and other immigrants rebuilding their lives. We believe in belonging. In flourishing. In communities shaped by the love of Christ. Because flourishing happens juntos. Read more of Mateo’s story at the link: https://bit.ly/3RmX3Ny

“So do not fear, for I am with you… I will strengthen you and help you.” — Isaiah 41:10

Advocacy is how we turn 'thoughts and prayers' into tangible change. It isn’t about politics; it’s about the people God calls us to love. We’re inviting you to join a movement of hope-filled, faithful advocacy. At World Relief, our advocacy is nonpartisan but not apolitical. It’s rooted in Scripture and in God’s call to seek justice, love mercy and defend human dignity. Following Jesus means caring not only for our neighbors but also for the systems that shape their lives. Pray. Learn. Speak up. Join us in faithful, hope-filled advocacy that reflects the heart of God. 👉 https://bit.ly/3KzcgaE

A newly announced USCIS policy could force legally present immigrants pursuing green cards to leave the United States and remain separated from their spouses and children for months — or even years. And for some families, the situation is even more devastating. Because immigrant visa processing has already been suspended in 75 countries, some individuals may be told to leave the U.S. to complete visa processing abroad — even when there is no functioning process available in their home country. The result? Potentially indefinite family separation. This is not about undocumented immigration. This policy targets people pursuing legal status and families trying to follow the law. At World Relief, we believe families belong together. As Christians, we are called to protect the dignity of families and advocate for policies that uphold justice, compassion and family unity. We are urging the administration to reverse this harmful policy. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/42Mh3vo

It's a perfect storm for massive loss of life. A dismantled foreign assistance program. Compromised health infrastructure. And a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak with no vaccine. We are staring down an "underfunded, understaffed response architecture to go fight an advanced outbreak," that will undoubtedly claim hundreds of lives, according to Jeremy Konyndyk, a former USAID official on Tuesday. Will you stand in the gap alongside World Relief's response today, as we bring immediate awareness, prevention and life-saving assistance to families in the path of this outbreak? https://bit.ly/4wBDX6l