World Vision U.S. president Rich Stearns, who is retiring at the end of September, reflects on his time leading World Vision and how Jesus proved how priceless all people are to God, which changes everything.
News & Stories
Child Sponsorship
Change Makers
‘They shaped us and showed us the way’
World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns’ children, now grown, share the lessons they learned from their parents about giving, generosity, and compassion.
From the Field
Seeking justice: A former sponsored child in Bolivia becomes a lawyer
Ruth grew up in a Bolivian village rife with abuse, alcoholism, and abandonment. She has a passion for seeking justice on behalf of children. Through World Vision sponsorship and a friendship with Rich Stearns, World Vision U.S. president, she found the strength and support to live out her dream of becoming a lawyer.
Change Makers
In the potter’s hands: How God shaped a Child Ambassador
When was the last time God changed the shape of your life? For Child Ambassador Randi Jo Rooks, she knows the exact date in 2013. Read how God led Randi to say yes to a new ministry of helping children in need and how he brought her story full circle in Uganda.
From the Field
Unique baby names from around the world
Looking for some unique baby names from around the world? We’ve met some amazing children through our global charity work. Many of these kids were given some pretty unique names! This is a collection of some of the most unique baby names from around the world.
Voices
God’s superheroes make the world ‘better, safer’ for children
World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns says children need someone to stand up for them so they can have a safe and happy childhood like our own children do. This isn’t the work of Superman or Wonder Woman. We’re the superheroes God wants to repurpose.
Special Features
Building happy childhoods
MAY 18, 2018, ARMENIA — World Vision works with parents, teachers, and community leaders in Armenia to help build safe and happy childhoods for kids from pre-birth all the way up through young adulthood.
Voices
Q&A: Big Daddy Weave
Christian rock band Big Daddy Weave has traveled the world seeing World Vision’s work. Hear from band members about how seeing the work has changed them.
Special Features
The long path to clean water
FEB. 15, 2018, UGANDA — In eastern Uganda, a community is still reeling from the Lord’s Resistance Army insurgency more than a decade ago. Children like 5-year-old Grace must walk a long way for dirty water while parents are still walking an emotional path of healing. Through it all, access to clean water would help everyone heal and have a fuller life.
Voices
Q&A: Outcry Tour’s Elevation Worship
Elevation Worship will headline the 2018 Outcry Tour, which is partnering with World Vision. We spoke with lead singer Chris Brown about the tour.