Hundreds of newly arriving refugees need a friend this year to guide them and help translate their skills into a new culture. That person can be you! Learn more about volunteering as a friendship partner. worldrelief.org/chicagoland/vo… #refugees #refugeeswelcome #asylumseekers

"The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon; planted in the house of the Lord, they will flourish in the courts of our God. They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green." — Psalm 92:12-14 #scripture #verseoftheday

We're thankful for a partnership with Ecobrite, who has become a regular employer of newly arrived refugees and other immigrants with low English levels. Their HR passed along this note to our employment team. #refugees #refugeeswelcome #asylumseekers #workforcedevelopment

A HUGE thank you to St. Peter's Church for their furniture assembly project they did last month! 100 members of all ages worked through different stations to assemble five coffee tables, five side tables, five dressers, AND a loveseat. #waystoengage #supportrefugees #welcomeimmigrants

Meet volunteer Pat Masek! This year she rallied 4 volunteer teams to support asylum seekers & facilitated the donation of 4 housing units to asylum seeker families. Thank you, Pat for your example, hard work, and encouragement to us! 🌟 #lastingchange #VolunteerImpact

“For people who have fled some of the worst human experiences, arriving in a community that welcomes makes all the difference. In addition to vital services, people need to feel like they are accepted and gaining new friendships.” #calledtowelcome #refugeeswelcome #asylumseekers

"The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom." — Isaiah 40:28 #scripture #verseoftheday

"Your acts of welcome inspire. You transform lives. You make a difference. We've built a community of welcome for 45 years. As we journey toward the next 45, may we continue to welcome in every situation." #calledtowelcome #refugeeswelcome #asylum_seekers #volunteering

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28 #scripture #bibleverse #verseoftheday

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers and mother-figures around the world! Today, we celebrate your strength, love and resilience. Thank you! #mothersday #celebratemoms

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." — Jeremiah 29:11 #scripture #bibleverse #verseoftheday

Meet Steve Henkels! 🌟 Since 2017, he's volunteered 1,400+ hours and 10,500 miles, supporting refugee families at World Relief. 🚗 His compassion and dedication make him a cherished friend to many. Thank you, Steve! 🙏 #VolunteerAppreciation #NewBeginnings #Lastingchange

Donate household items and create a sense of home for refugees and other immigrants! Families with no AC can use fans this summer! worldrelief.org/chicagoland/do… #refugeeswelcome #refugees #asylumseekers #donations

One day this spring, 19 refugees arrived at O'Hare for resettlement thru our Chicago office. Thanks to volunteers, each received a warm welcome & was brought to a furnished apartment. Thank you! #RefugeeResettlement #TeamEffort #CommunitySupport #WarmWelcome #RefugeesWelcome

“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute.” — Proverbs 31:8 #scripture #verseoftheday #refugeeawareness

What's it like to befriend a newly arrived refugee family as part of a Good Neighbor Team? Bob Lyon of Community Fellowship Church spoke with gratitude about the families he has walked alongside. Learn more: worldrelief.org/chicagoland/vo… #GoodNeighborTeam #VolunteerJourney

"Thus says the LORD of hosts: ‘Render true judgements, show kindness and mercy to one another; do not oppress the widow, the orphan, the alien, or the poor; and do not devise evil in your hearts against one another.’" — Zechariah 7:9-10 #verseoftheday #scripture #refugeeawareness

Grammar and vocabulary help regain autonomy in a new culture. Today we celebrate our English students navigating doctor appointments without translators! #LanguageLearning #EmpowermentThroughEducation #StudentSuccess #LanguageSkills #OvercomingBarriers

1 John 3:16-18 #verseoftheday #scripture #refugeeawareness