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As we step into the month of April, we are faced with the anniversary of the atrocities that besieged Rwanda 18 years ago. In a matter of months, Rwanda’s world was drastically changed and would be forever changed. The people of Rwanda continue to grapple with the effects of the 1994 genocide. After the 100-day massacre of nearly 1 million Tutsi and Hutu peoples, the country and society were left in ruins. In only 100 days, 20 percent of the country’s population was completely annihilated. In the devastating aftermath, widows, children,...

I met Jo Saxton at our first Tour of Hope event outside of Washington, D.C. Her British accent and fiery personality made me love her the moment I met her. But what I grew to love most about her was the inspiring message she has that women everywhere need to hear. Tour of Hope was designed to help empower women to change the world. To face the issues in our world head on—issues like poverty, HIV/AIDS, hunger, lack of clean water, and human trafficking. We wanted to encourage women to see how they can get involved and make a difference. Jo...

What is justice? What do you think of when you hear the word “justice”? We asked several people this question at the latest Justice Conference I attended in Portland, Oregon, and we received many different answers. “Justice is serving the poor and broken.” “Freedom for all. Dignity, security, and peace. Acceptance. Love.” “Giving everyone a chance at hope.” “Living my life for the welfare of others.” “Doing without so others can have.” These are beautiful and thoughtful answers to a worldwide need. There is...

What is Christmas really about? The days (or months) leading up to Christmas are oversaturated with messages defining the holidays and what they perceive the “Spirit of Christmas” to be about. Many will amount today to a tree surrounded by presents, family gatherings, a day to enjoy their latest new gadget, or even time spent angry and bitter over happenings of the day. We believe the “Spirit of Christmas” is more than this! World Help’s Vice President, Noel Brewer Yeatts, recently expressed: Share in the spirit of what...

This Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment and just say “thank you.” Because of your partnership, we’ve been able to provide over 44,000 sponsorships to children in 28 countries, giving them access to necessities like food, clothing, medical care, education, and ultimately an opportunity to hear the message of God’s unfailing love. Thank you for your compassion, partnership, and your outpouring of love to children around the world. We greatly appreciate you and could not serve these children without your prayers and continued...