As a Christian organization committed to sharing God’s hope with all those who struggle with hunger and poverty—and the overwhelming hardships that natural disasters and human conflict create—World Renew continues to respond to the humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.
One year after the escalation of hostilities, there remains tremendous need in the region. Thousands of families have lost loved ones in the violence. Millions of people are displaced, and many families—having lost their homes and livelihoods—lack access to essentials such as food, hygiene items, and shelter. Many had previously fled conflict and are now displaced once again.
World Renew understands that there are no quick or easy solutions. Yet we are called to be present and to live out our mission, regardless of the complexity or risk. We humbly work where we are invited, where needs are greatest, and where local response capacity may be limited. In this way, World Renew—alongside our Christian partners—seeks to be good neighbours, demonstrating love and responding to the needs of ordinary people facing extraordinarily difficult circumstances.
Through these partners, we support Christians across the Middle East as they serve as the hands and feet of Jesus in times of crisis. Together, they help sustain a small but resilient Christian witness in the region—one committed to embracing, feeding, and sheltering those fleeing conflict and seeking refuge. Like us, these partners take to heart the parable of the Good Samaritan, where Jesus calls us to show mercy and to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind; and love your neighbour as yourself.” (Luke 10: 25-37)
As one Christian partner working in Lebanon shared, “As we get to know these [displaced] families, they understand that the reason we serve is because we love Jesus, seek to obey his commands, and walk in his footsteps. That makes people want to know more about him. A lady we helped told me: ‘I see Jesus in you.’”
Thank you for extending Christ’s love to neighbours around the world impacted by this crisis through your prayers and support. We invite you to learn more about our International Disaster Response work.
Photo credit: Lebanon Live Action
