Tuesday, May 15, 2018

being a refuge

We often take for granted the every day blessings of electricity, water, food, and homes that are well taken care of, well-lit, and furnished. A place we can welcome others into and call home. For many refugees this simple pleasure is just a sad memory, something they once had. 
Having lost all in their home country, they begin life without the basic necessities such as furniture, bedding, and dishware and have no way of obtaining these items on their own. We donate to a clothing store where refugees can not only pick out clothing and household items they need but they can also work at the store to learn the skills needed for retail work. 
These families are not forgotten in God's eyes and he has called us to help refugees in need. Be A Refuge helps provide refugees with needed items to begin their new life. These items range from clothing, furniture, household items to get them started in practical ways. Additionally we guide them into job placement, job skill development and retention, and education.

What does "refuge" mean to you?

What does "refuge" mean to you?
Assimilating Refugees