Why the future of mission belongs to relationships, not solo efforts Some mission work is still imagined like a stage. A few people are visible. A few people are centered. The story is simple. The roles are clear. Some arrive to help; others receive help. But real mission (the kind that lasts) looks much more …
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From a very young age, I knew I wanted to be a missionary. My godparents were missionaries who traveled all over the world. Every week in Children’s church, we’d learn about a different country—its people, culture, food, and what God was doing there through His Church. I was fascinated. Through them, I caught a glimpse …
I have a bit of a love-hate relationship with houseplants. My grandmother had a green thumb, and I love having beautiful plants in my apartment. Like many people, I’ll walk into a garden center and find the most beautiful, lush, vibrant plant on the shelf. Its leaves are overflowing the pot, it’s bursting with color, …
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Each year, HCW’s Rising Tides is built around a different theme—one that reflects the conversations we’re having at Helping Children Worldwide and the questions we believe the Church and nonprofit community need to wrestle with together. This year’s theme, Mission That Matters, was selected because mission is at the heart of what we do. Every …
Rising Tides has decided to postpone its conference until late May or early June of 2027 to ensure a more impactful experience. Despite logistical challenges, the strong community response reinforces the event’s importance. The extended timeline will enhance the planning and foster relationships, with updates and announcements scheduled in the coming months.
Why ethical mission starts by believing local leadership matters There was a time when mission was often measured by movement: get on a plane, bring supplies, do something visible, come home changed. But more and more, churches, students, clinicians, nonprofit leaders, and volunteers are asking a better question: What if mission is not measured by …