A family in Rwanda, stuck in the cycle of poverty and dysfunction, ended up living under a tree. With the help of World Vision’s Celebrating Families program, they found hope and came back stronger than before.
News & Stories
Christian Discipleship
From the Field
Irresistible: One family’s journey to change
A family who once lived in a termite-ridden hut received the gift of goats and changed their lives — to the delight of the man who believed in them.
From the Field
Yessica’s story in Honduras: A new view when she looks in the mirror
Yessica’s family struggled as she was growing up, but after World Vision invited her to learn to farm and participate in Biblical Empowered Worldview classes, she’s now earning twice the average income for most people in Honduras.
Prayers
Matthew 25: Prayer for children’s faith
World Vision strengthens the faith of children around the world through programs designed to meet them where their need is greatest. Join us in prayer for children’s faith leaders as well as for the children they spiritually nurture.
From the Field
Ukraine’s faith leaders trained to support mental health
Faith leaders from Ukraine attended a World Vision–hosted training on how to best minister to adults and youth impacted by the trauma caused by the war in Ukraine.
Voices
From the World Vision U.S. president: Ready to shine
When Edgar Sandoval Sr. visited World Vision’s Youth Ready program in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, he met people who have learned entrepreneurial skills that will equip them for success in life.
From the Field
Her family’s keeper
Zione has long struggled to care for her own extended family. Because of her participation in World Vision’s savings groups and THRIVE program, she has both a new outlook on her potential as well as tools she needed to achieve her dreams and support her loved ones.
Change Makers
God’s miracles with our choices: A 4-part devotion
Small choices can have a ripple effect, leading to big impact in the hands of the Miracle Worker. Through this four-part devotion, we’ll discover how people in the Bible made ordinary choices that God used for His extraordinary plan — and consider how He can work through us today.
From the Field
Maggie’s story: “Water to our doorsteps”
In a Zambian village, Maggie’s daily quest for water once hindered her education and exposed her to ridicule. As a result of World Vision’s work with her community, a borehole was installed, equipping families with easy access to water, which has improved their lives in a variety of ways. Now with more free time, Maggie is pursuing her dream of nursing while savoring childhood moments.
From the Field
Lost year, new hope: Margaret’s second chance at education
An aunt tried to rob 16-year-old Margaret of her dream of an education. Now, free from her aunt and with newfound confidence from a World Vision savings group and Biblical Empowered Worldview training, Margaret is seeing her dream resurrected.