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Blogs - REFUGEES

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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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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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9/6/2023

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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3/7/2023

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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2/6/2023

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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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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5/3/2022

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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