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Becoming Grounded in Gratitude
A Devotion on Philippians 4:12-13 Becoming Grounded in Gratitude The time of year we anticipate most is almost upon us – and always seems to last too little. Our Thanksgiving gatherings filled with turkey and family traditions quickly transition into planning for ‘the most wonderful time of the year,’ with Christmas carols, Nativity scenes, and…
Read MoreImpact: Update from DRC Program Leader
There is nothing better than getting these updates from our project leaders in Africa! The most recent update from DRC was so touching, we wanted to share part of it with you. Because of your support, this and more is happening: Dreams are coming true. Former child soldiers and children orphaned by war are sponsored…
Read MoreJudith: Finding Purpose in Pain
When the LRA entered and attacked her village, they forced Judith, a 7-year-old child, to witness the killing of her mother. Orphaned and abducted by the LRA, she would spend nearly 2 years in captivity and be forced to do the unspeakable. A Heart-Wrenching Start Judith was just 7 years old when the LRA (rebel army) entered and attacked…
Read MorePartnering with The Well
Exile International has been utilizing The Well’s cozy environment for office space and team meetings for months now. We’ve been developing relationships with the staff and board since our first partnership took place back in August when The Well hosted an Exile International fundraising event. Then for the holiday season, The Well invited us to…
Read MoreChristmas Campaign
Announcing Exile International’s 2012 Christmas Campaign! There is Magic in the spirit of Christmas. The anticipation of opening a gift chosen with love. The unspoken breeze of kindness in the air. The child-like faith in something wonderful, mystical and magical. The spirit of Believing comes to life. . B E L I E V I…
Read MoreSpreadsheets, Espresso Shots & the Servant Heart
I am currently working as the Administrative Manager for Exile International. I’ve been part of the Exile team for about 16 months now, but I’ve been deeply passionate about the work we do since I first heard about the organization over 2 years ago. I started as an intern last summer, after months of bombarding…
Read MorePainting a Future for Peace
Then We Will Create We recently announced a new partnership between Exile International, Jeremy Cowart and Composite Films documenting the use of art therapy for former child soldiers and war-affected children in Uganda and DR of Congo. Jeremy and his team will be joining us in Uganda in just one week! Jeremy Cowart will pair…
Read MoreThe Time Has Come
Greetings, friends! We have some amazing news to share so be sure to read on! UPDATE: Boys rescued! “They are all now together! Singing and dancing,” A text from our Country Leader following the rescue of 30 former child soldiers this month! These boys had been hiding for fear of being re-abducted by rebel militia. Since…
Read MoreOur Stories Became One
In my freshman year of college, God started directing my heart towards leading a life of service through mission work. This was something I had not considered to be part of my life. Nor did I want it to be. Because Bethany Haley is an alumnus of my university, she spoke about Exile International during…
Read MoreSpring Trip Summary
This Spring, Exile traveled to Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. The trip was tri-focused: providing trauma care for the war-affected children we serve in Congo; training Congolese counselors and caretakers in a trauma care program called EMPOWER; and meeting with our partners on the ground in Congo and Uganda to get a better understanding of their…
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