One of Marilee Pierce Dunker’s greatest joys is watching people come to a child sponsorship table to search for the little face that touches their heart.
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Generosity
Change Makers
‘Livestock’ community festival benefits World Vision Gift Catalog
Financial trouble inspired a Minnesota woman to put on a community music festival to donate livestock through World Vision’s Gift Catalog.
Voices
Q&A with Brian Fikkert, author of ‘When Helping Hurts’
Brian shares his thoughts on how the average person or church community can help people living in poverty without negative long-term consequences.
Change Makers
Surrendering great for greater: The miracle of Moriah
God asks a Michigan couple, “What do you value most?”
Change Makers
Oregon couple sells dream house to serve the poor
A Portland couple decided to sell their dream house in order to donate nearly $500,000 to those in need.
Change Makers
Author Debbie Macomber puts love in every stitch
Debbie Macomber is international spokesperson for Knit for Kids, World Vision’s program that encourages knitters to craft warm clothes for children in need.
Special Features
Here’s to the givers
NOV. 1, 2012 — Here’s to the givers of the world … givers of all sizes and ages, from different walks of life and various income levels. They give not because of a date on the calendar but because they are God’s beloved cheerful givers. Their stories show the impact of relatively simple gifts in developing countries.
Voices
Repaid in joy: How does God expect us to give?
The Bible calls God’s people to be generous, but isn’t exactly clear what precisely God expects. How much should we give? World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns discusses Jesus’ words, “Give, and it will be given to you.”
Voices
Holiday gift guide: 30 meaningful gifts under $50
Save your anxiety and checkbook this year by giving a gift whose impact will last much longer than the latest version of that electronic device. Celebrate the true spirit of Christmas this year with a gift that can change lives!