In arid Durame, Ethiopia, organizations had drilled six times for clean water, without success. When World Vision arrived to attempt, the people might have said not to bother, since everyone else had failed. Instead they said, “We must pray and fast, and the Lord will bring us water.” Prayer made all the difference.
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Loretta’s legacy of love
Helping children who are deaf or hard of hearing to overcome poverty and experience a better, brighter future is at the heart of 80-year-old Loretta McDonald’s mission in life.
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From sorrow to servant
Pastor Fernandez’s past homelessness helps him understand what his parishioners and people in the surrounding community are going through as they face the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.
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How the CARES Act can affect your 2020 tax deductions
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10 family-fun activities to get in the Christmas spirit
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How to create a will and leave a legacy
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10 fun family activities to play it forward
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A family on mission to end the global water crisis
A Missouri family has raised more than $130,000, appeared on TV, and traveled to Kenya as they strive to end the global water crisis while living out God’s mission for them through running the Global 6K for Water and half-marathons with Team World Vision. They believe they can see the end to the global water crisis in their lifetime.
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Mother’s Day gift ideas that pay it forward
Looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas that aren’t flowers? Honor your mom while helping people in need. Give back with gift ideas for moms who always made sure you had enough to eat, took care of you when you were sick, and always made you feel loved.
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Father’s Day gift ideas that pay it forward
Looking for Father’s Day gift ideas that aren’t a tie? Honor your dad while helping people in need. Give back with gift ideas for dads who love the outdoors, education, health, music, sports, and more.