Stories of Hope

In early April resettlement to the United States was halted in an effort to slow the spread of Covid-19. Just before this went into effect we were thrilled to welcome a family of eight from Afghanistan. This resilient family purchased their own airfare almost on-the-spot, so we

“…since we were torn away from you brothers … in person not in heart, we endeavored the more eagerly and with great desire to see you face to face…” (1 Thessalonians 2:17-18). Recently our Arrive Ministries staff read these verses in our weekly devotions (now via Zoom).

“I am excited for the mission field God has sent me to in the west metro”, exclaims Sharon, an Arrive Ministries’ SALT Site Coordinator. Sharon has been a SALT tutor for five years and expanded her role two years ago to also serve as coordinator. In addition

It has been so encouraging to hear how volunteers are reaching out to their refugee friends to offer support during the COVID-19 crisis. Undoubtedly, everyone has been affected by this virus in some capacity, whether that be working fewer hours, trying to teach your kids from home,

A Refugee at a Young Age At the age of six, Jawed first became a refugee. This was his first fleeing experience. “My family joined in the fight against the Soviet Union, and it became difficult for us to live in Afghanistan. I left Afghanistan alone with

I received a referral to a refugee background family about a month ago. After finally connecting with them via the phone, COVID-19 restrictions started ramping up. As I spoke with the oldest child on the phone, their situation sounded pretty desperate. Someone was working with them to

The Baskaran family fled Sri Lanka to Malaysia before coming to Minnesota. Sriranjini Baskaran recalls, “While living under refugee status in Malaysia, our only dreams and hopes were to live a peaceful life with basic rights like having the legal authorization to work, study, and get medical

One generous way some local kids are helping refugee families is by donating money from their own piggybanks to purchase welcome kit items and car seats for newly arriving families. A group of kids participating in HOPE Scouts (Helping Other People Everywhere), committed to supporting Arrive Ministries

Arriving in 2014 Amani and his two brothers are originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo. They resettled through Arrive Ministries in 2014. Our employment counselor, Anya helped Amani land a job his first weeks in Minnesota, and register for classes at Inver Hills Community College. “Amani

Just imagine arriving new to a country with 1-year-old twins, a 3-year-old, and a 5-year-old? What would be some of your immediate needs as you step off the plane? The answer: gathering very practical items, such as diapers for the twins, safe car seats for all four