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Blog Posts in REFUGEES

REFUGEES Nov 10, 2025

Encoura(ger)

The Hebrew word ger means “stranger” or “sojourner,” and God calls His people to love the ger as themselves. This shirt celebrates our volunteers who give courage to the stranger.

REFUGEES Aug 27, 2025

Pivotal Days Ahead in the Global Fight for Rohingya Justice

Earlier this week, Bangladesh hosted a three-day gathering focused on the Rohingya crisis.

REFUGEES Jun 20, 2025

A Meal, a Story, and the Hope of Jesus

In a remote refugee camp near the Syrian border, a shared meal, a child’s bracelet, and the story of Zacchaeus opened hearts to Jesus—showing that transformation is just a conversation away.

REFUGEES May 3, 2025

From Boxes to Belonging

Thank you, GCU City Serve, for opening the door to so many of these moments. Your gifts are more than physical items—they are seeds of dignity, hope, and transformation.

REFUGEES Jan 21, 2025

Empower Refugees Through Arizona’s Tax Credit Program: Support GoTEN

The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit program allows taxpayers to donate to qualifying charitable organizations and receive a tax credit of up to $400 for individuals and $800 for couples filing jointly.

REFUGEES Dec 18, 2024

Equipping Local Believers in Distant Places

For over a decade, GoTEN has been involved in ministry in Myanmar, a journey that began when Burmese refugees in Arizona introduced us to their friends and family back home. Since then, we’ve trained hundreds of church planters and supported the work of four indigenous believers who now serve as GoTEN missionaries.

REFUGEES Nov 15, 2024

Three Reasons You Should Join a Mission Trip in 2025

GoTEN has multiple exciting trips planned to visit both familiar and new locations in 2025! These trips will deepen your understanding of cross-cultural ministry while also providing lasting encouragement to those in need.

REFUGEES Sep 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.

REFUGEES Sep 20, 2024

Futures Changed

Fareed, a young refugee, joined GoTEN's Kids’ Program in May 2023, initially speaking only a few words. With dedicated support, he now speaks in full sentences, recognizes the alphabet, and counts to thirty. His progress has uplifted his family, enabling his mother to focus on her own English studies.

REFUGEES Sep 20, 2024

Starting Over

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

REFUGEES Aug 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.

REFUGEES May 31, 2024

Mobilizing the Local Church

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

REFUGEES May 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.

REFUGEES Apr 22, 2024

Just Go

Short-term mission trips offer valuable experiences without long-term commitments. Common concerns—such as cost, qualifications, and potential disruption—are addressed by GoTEN, emphasizing that anyone can participate. Opportunities include both international and local missions in Phoenix, allowing individuals to engage in cross-cultural ministry and support global workers.

REFUGEES Mar 19, 2024

Ramadan

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

REFUGEES Mar 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.

REFUGEES Feb 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.

REFUGEES Jan 18, 2024

Three Ways to Pray: Myanmar

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

REFUGEES Jan 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.

REFUGEES Dec 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.

REFUGEES Dec 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!

REFUGEES Nov 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!

REFUGEES Sep 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.

REFUGEES Aug 29, 2023

Special Deliveries

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

REFUGEES Aug 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.

REFUGEES Aug 5, 2023

Announcing GoTEN's Kids Program

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

REFUGEES Jul 28, 2023

Three Ways to Pray: Afghanistan

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

REFUGEES Jun 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.

REFUGEES Jun 9, 2023

Three Ways to Pray: Sudan

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

REFUGEES Jun 1, 2023

Choose to Prepare

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

REFUGEES May 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.

REFUGEES Apr 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.

REFUGEES Apr 19, 2023

“Where are you, God?”

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

REFUGEES Apr 12, 2023

Shop Refugee Gaining Notoriety in Phoenix

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

REFUGEES Mar 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.

REFUGEES Feb 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.

REFUGEES Jan 23, 2023

Somali People

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

REFUGEES Nov 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.

REFUGEES Sep 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.

REFUGEES Jul 5, 2022

A Seat at the Table

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

REFUGEES Jun 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.

REFUGEES Jun 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.

REFUGEES May 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”.

REFUGEES Apr 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!”

REFUGEES Dec 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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Blog Posts in REFUGEES

Encoura(ger)

Pivotal Days Ahead in the Global Fight for Rohingya Justice

A Meal, a Story, and the Hope of Jesus

From Boxes to Belonging

Empower Refugees Through Arizona’s Tax Credit Program: Support GoTEN

Equipping Local Believers in Distant Places

Three Reasons You Should Join a Mission Trip in 2025

True Friendships That Impact Lives for Women in the Refugee Community

Futures Changed

Starting Over

The Impact of a Summer in Phoenix

Mobilizing the Local Church

Open Your Door

Just Go

Ramadan

Clues at the Front Door

Preparing for the Next Refugee Wave

Three Ways to Pray: Myanmar

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

A Christmas Story: Jesus, The Refugee Kid

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

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

Thank You, Cheerful Givers!

Special Deliveries

If the World Was a Waffle

Announcing GoTEN's Kids Program

Three Ways to Pray: Afghanistan

From Refugee to Essential Employee

Three Ways to Pray: Sudan

Choose to Prepare

Three Ways to Pray: Rohingya People

Jesus Wept

“Where are you, God?”

Shop Refugee Gaining Notoriety in Phoenix

Tea: The Drink of Afghan Friendship

Friends Near and Far

Somali People

An Open Letter to Our Encouragers

A Citizen at Last: Mod's Story

A Seat at the Table

Not Just Another Walk in the Park

From Student to Friend

A Mile in His Shoes

A Helping Hand That Sparks Community

Thanksgiving in Dallas