Sunday, February 23, 2014

Creation Bible Verses (Chinese)

International Chinese Students studying the Bible found this synopsis of verses about creation helpful.

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Do Unto Others...

Be A Refuge Blog - communicates my desire to come alongside refugees and make a difference in their new lives in the U.S. My perspective: by meeting refugees in their need today, we will build a better community for tomorrow. This is done in several ways: provide material, everyday things, which they can't buy on their own.
#1 Provide programs which help them get settled, programs such as ESL classes, job training, community, and networking.
#2 Film their story and get the word out about their needs. Refugees' needs are great. Being an example of kindness in a world with too much pain.

I use video to promote and present the various needs of refugees throughout the United States, using cross cultural, multi-lingual videos as a platform to better connect all of us.  I visit churches, businesses, and homes to share refugees' stories and ask for involvement.  I want to build a team of supporters who are actively changing the lives of refugees with the message of hope, education, and opportunity.







Take a step to a greater tomorrow.

Reconciliation is the only way forward. 
It begins one small step at a time.
Trust is built one step at a time and involves mutual forgiveness.
Healing begins one step at a time.
With perseverance, we build a reliable, beautiful bridge.
Perseverance produces character, character produces hope,
and hope does not disappoint. 






Wednesday, February 19, 2014

We all have a great story. So share it!



We all love a good story. I have always enjoyed the power of people's stories, captured in the dynamics of movies. The ups and downs, highs and lows, the good, the bad, the ugly, the beautiful, the beauty in the routine of life, and the triumph of a hard fought battle. Be A Refuge tells the stories of refugees as they live out their new lives in a new land, their struggle and their pursuit of a better life. Additionally, stories of the lives that intersect with refugees' lives will be mentioned.


The people who seem so different from you or me have dreams, vision, business and personal goals, laughter, passion, and humanity. Refugees shouldn't be treated as distant strangers but our family. Could video convey their need and our need to act on their behalf? Could videos motivate a community to come together for the common good? Am I a dreamer? Or should our dreams become reality and reality be filled with a strong community of brothers and sisters who support one another through struggle as well as celebrate together the good times.


From our personal lives to our business lives, our stories matter to ourselves and to our communities. Video shares all of this. Video is personal.


Video is a great tool. This site is dedicated to sharing the stories of refugees, their families and the businesses and organizations that help them.

What does "refuge" mean to you?

What does "refuge" mean to you?
Assimilating Refugees