What if the Church were known for loving her neighbors?
Learn. Connect. Be nourished.
Phoenix Refugee Connections equips Christians across Phoenix to love their refugee neighbors.
What We Do
Educate
Learn about the global refugee crisis
and a local, biblical response
Connect
Explore volunteer opportunities through
a variety of trusted local organizations
Nourish
Find supportive community
and ongoing learning as you serve
Upcoming Events
Since 2008, Phoenix Refugee Connections has gathered and equipped more than 1,400 people from 170 churches to love their refugee neighbors.
What people are saying
“This training really enlightened me and dispelled some assumptions.”
— Refugee Ministry Workshop 101 Participant
“This training deepened my commitment and gave me confidence to step out beyond my comfort zone.”
— Refugee Ministry Workshop 101 Participant
“Thank you for your very informative seminar. I did not know how to help and plug in to the Valley's refugee ministries before that day. I was so happy to learn of multiple opportunities for myself and our whole congregation.”
— Local Phoenix Pastor
Great to meet you!
Phoenix Refugee Connections began in 2008 as a small group of Christ followers with a common goal to empower their refugee friends to become thriving, self-sufficient American citizens. This de-centralized network presently is facilitated by Mary Kaech, Mars Adema, Shannon Ly and Nathan Hale.
Who is a refugee?
A refugee is a person who has been forced to flee his or her home country because of persecution, war or violence. Refugees have a well-founded fear of persecution based on their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. They cannot safely return home or are afraid to do so. Refugees span all faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, and each one is made in the image of God.
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