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Be Still & Know

9/23/2024 Bobby Cox

“Come and see what the Lord has done, the desolations he has brought on the earth. He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the shields with fire. He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.’ The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.” Psalm 46:8-11 Our world is marred by unrest. We’ve seen it in the Rohingya's suffering in Myanmar, the brutal violence faced by Afghan people fleeing the Taliban, the relentless persecution faced by people under regimes like Hamas, and the devastation left by conflict in Ukraine. These heartbreaking events seem relentless. As believers, it’s easy to feel helpless and overwhe...

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9/20/2024

True Friendships That Impact Lives for Women in the Refugee Community

ShopRefugee is an accessible job training program that allows busy mothers to increase their employability.

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9/20/2024

Futures Changed

His early days were filled with frustration, and he could say only a few words like 'bathroom' and 'Mom.'

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9/20/2024

Starting Over

Boman arrived in America from Afghanistan with nothing but a few belongings and a heart full of hope.

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8/28/2024

The Impact of a Summer in Phoenix

The goal behind GoTEN’s internship program is to provide young, motivated servants the opportunity to learn and grow under experienced guidance and get their first taste of cross-cultural ministry.

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8/6/2024

Three Ways to Pray: China

Through our prayers, we can stand in solidarity with the church in China and trust that God will work miracles in their midst.

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5/31/2024

Mobilizing the Local Church

GoTEN prioritizes connecting the church with opportunities to get educated, get locally involved, go, and get to work.

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5/28/2024

Open Your Door

Inviting someone into your home and showing hospitality, regardless of who they are, is a sign of mutual respect and care.

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4/22/2024

Just Go

Whatever journey you feel called to take, GoTEN can help you get there. If you feel called, just go!

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3/19/2024

Ramadan

As followers of Christ, we can use Ramadan as a reminder to pray for our Muslim neighbors and friends.

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3/15/2024

Clues at the Front Door

Enjoy these practical tips to help you transition from neighbor to friend as you visit their home and share life together.

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2/7/2024

Preparing for the Next Refugee Wave

While resettlement presently appears far from hitting peak numbers, “the next wave” is almost inevitable. The time for the Church to prepare is now.

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1/18/2024

Three Ways to Pray: Myanmar

Here are three ways we can pray specifically for unreached people groups in Myanmar:

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1/17/2024

From Neighbor to Friend to Family: Part 3 of a 3 Part Series

Significant time and investment is necessary, but achieving this level of friendship is truly one of life’s greatest honors.

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12/13/2023

A Christmas Story: Jesus, The Refugee Kid

As we celebrate Christmas, let’s remember that the story of Jesus is also a story about refugees, and a reminder that we must stand in solidarity with those who find themselves displaced, vulnerable and oppressed.

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12/13/2023

From Neighbor to Friend to Family: Part 2 of a 3 Part Series

Friendship is a bond between two people, commonly developed through shared interests or experiences. Find out how to go from neighbor to friend!

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11/15/2023

From Neighbor to Friend to Family: Part 1 of a 3 Part Series

God is very clear about how He desires the people of His kingdom to welcome their neighbors. GoTEN is intentional about creating an environment that is welcoming to newly arrived neighbors and invites you to be part of it!

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9/26/2023

Three Ways to Pray: Thailand

Praying for unreached people groups in Thailand is a powerful way to participate in God's mission to reach the nations. Through our prayers, we can ask for open doors, effective leaders, and the power of the Holy Spirit to transform hearts and minds.

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9/6/2023

Thank You, Cheerful Givers!

GoTEN has so many faithful, cheerful supporters that work in unison to help provide for the organization in its work among unreached people groups. We want to thank Jan and Chuy Martinez for coordinating a fundraising campaign with the congregation at Circle of Peace Church.

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8/29/2023

Special Deliveries

These baskets of kitchen supplies and colorful bags of school supplies are a representation of the servant heart of Christ.

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8/24/2023

If the World Was a Waffle

What does a waffle have to do with missions? This 4 minute video will make you think about missions every time you eat a waffle.

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8/5/2023

Announcing GoTEN's Kids Program

The kids’ program is a place where children, like Remy, will be heard, valued and loved.

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7/28/2023

Three Ways to Pray: Afghanistan

Through our prayers, we can offer hope and comfort to our brothers and sisters in Afghanistan.

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6/23/2023

From Refugee to Essential Employee

Students in our sewing classes are working hard to prepare for the day that another full time position opens, and would love to have your help.

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6/9/2023

Three Ways to Pray: Sudan

As Christians, we can pray for the people of Sudan in several ways.

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6/1/2023

Choose to Prepare

Maintaining resilience, however, and continuing to prepare for the moment might pay dividends when least expected.

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5/4/2023

Three Ways to Pray: Rohingya People

As Christians, we can pray for their protection, healing, and restoration, as well as for justice and peace to prevail.

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4/27/2023

Jesus Wept

Just as Jesus felt for his friends, made time for them, and shared in their loss, our staff stepped up to do the same for their friend.

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4/19/2023

“Where are you, God?”

Each time thoughts and prayers go out, the thought undoubtedly comes back: “where are you, God?”

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4/12/2023

Shop Refugee Gaining Notoriety in Phoenix

Fox 10 in Phoenix recently covered Shop Refugee in the video story above.

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3/28/2023

GoTEN Visits Biola University

Internship spots are still available for Summer 2023!

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3/7/2023

Tea: The Drink of Afghan Friendship

It's not just about drinking tea; it's an opportunity to relax and enjoy each other's company.

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2/22/2023

Connecting with Local Leaders

People need, and want in most cases, to be commissioned; to be pushed. This is one of the many jobs of a leader.

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2/15/2023

Discovering God's Will Through Delight

The Bible is filled with verses that talk about delighting in God and the importance of having a heart for Him.

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2/6/2023

Friends Near and Far

Pray that in their joy, they would then share those stories with their family members and friends, near and far.

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1/23/2023

Somali People

Consider what it would be like if you lived with circumstances such as Somalis do.

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11/18/2022

An Open Letter to Our Encouragers

Through you, they see the love and commitment of a friend, someone who loves and follows Jesus, someone who is invested in their success.

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10/14/2022

Engaging the Next Generation

GoTEN staff members had the opportunity on Monday to share with students about international trips happening in 2023, as well as local opportunities to serve refugees in Phoenix.

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10/2/2022

Happening Today: Global Prayer for the Rohingya

Please consider spending some time today asking God to bless the Rohingya as they make homes in exile, to bring peace to the Rakhine State, and to reveal His kingdom of heaven as their ultimate eternal home.

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9/8/2022

Black Friday

Black Friday carries a positive connotation in American culture, but has an entirely different, much more gruesome nature to the Rohingya people of Myanmar.

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9/8/2022

A Citizen at Last: Mod's Story

GoTEN’s greatest hope for its staff, volunteers and students is that while learning and teaching English, they would be able to develop lasting friendships that grow into experiencing true community together.

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7/5/2022

A Seat at the Table

GoTEN offers sewing classes, free of charge, to many of these same women.

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6/2/2022

Not Just Another Walk in the Park

On May 21st at Mountain View Park, GoTEN had a unique opportunity to serve some of its refugee students that are currently living in temporary housing at a hotel.

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6/2/2022

From Student to Friend

One of a teacher’s greatest challenges is the transition from the student-teacher relationship to the friend-friend relationship. A natural connection makes the difficulties of learning this difficult language much less discouraging.

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5/4/2022

Welcome Home.

Kindness often mean so much more to others than we could ever know, nor are they easily forgotten.

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5/3/2022

A Mile in His Shoes

When many refugees arrive in the United States, they feel as though few people they meet have “walked a mile in their shoes”.

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4/29/2022

A Helping Hand That Sparks Community

GoTEN strives to equip people to love their neighbors, helping legally resettled refugees learn English, get jobs and experience Christian community. Sometimes it all starts with “yes, I can help!”

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12/14/2021

Thanksgiving in Dallas

In November, the GoTEN Dallas team was able to host a Thanksgiving party for its students, volunteers, and their families at its English classroom.

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11/11/2021

Meet Pa Moe

It was almost 9:00am and the sewing students and encouragers had arrived at the Central site...

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10/29/2021

5 Ways To Care For A Missionary

How can I care for a missionary?

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10/15/2021

Meet Zach and Sarah Shilling

Zach and Sarah are an amazing young couple that volunteer their time twice a week teaching English classes...

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10/14/2021

5 Keys to a Successful Home Visit

Discover five essential keys for building deeper friendships with refugees through home visits: pray, observe, embrace silence, accept hospitality, and share stories.

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9/27/2021

Language Barriers

I can't go in there! I don't speak their language. I won't be able to teach English to someone who doesn't speak it. Maybe I need to take a rain check…

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9/11/2021

A Voice for the Voiceless

Open your mouth for the people who cannot speak, For the rights of all the unfortunate. Open your mouth, judge righteously, and defend the rights of the poor and needy.

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9/7/2021

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