Stories from the Field
Some Plant, Others Water—and God Gives the Increase
Devastating Tornados in East Texas
Can you imagine losing everything you own in less than 10 minutes? That’s exactly what happened to many in East Texas on April 29 as a tornado ravaged much of the area near the World Challenge Texas offices. The tornado was on the ground for 51 minutes with eight smaller tornados touching down as well.
Aid to Mudslide Victims in Peru
Heavy rains in Peru recently triggered deadly mudslides, destroying entire villages. Many villagers watched helplessly as their lives were completely washed away in mere minutes. The disaster could have meant total devastation and despair. But thanks to your gifts of support, World Challenge (WC) was able to bring hope to a landscape of despair. Here’s a look behind the scenes at how your support worked to help those facing total disaster.
Ministering Faithfully to Young People in Garland, Texas
While many in their seventies are happy just to be able to attend church, Cookie, soon to be 75, pastors one. She leads Street Church in Garland and is director of D-Boy Ministries, a ministry named in memory of her son, who was murdered in 1990. The aim of both ministries is to help teenagers find new life in Christ.
How World Challenge Saved Our Orphanage
A Voice to the Voiceless
The following is a beautiful letter written to us by a grieving mother. The testimony she paints is a of daughter’s utter faithfulness to God despite severe disabilities. The mother’s letter has been slightly edited and abridged:
Writing a special note of encouragement as I wish to express deep, profound gratitude for all your articles, which I’ve read over the years.
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