STORY OF THE WEEK
“Displaced people are not a burden, they are a blessing.”
These words are uttered frequently and passionately by JJ TenClay, who serves as the Refugee Ministries Coordinator for RCA Global Mission. As the Refugee Ministries Coordinator, JJ comes alongside congregations, organizations, and communities as they seek to respond to the multifaceted crisis of forced migration. Over 71 million people are forcibly displaced worldwide, and that number will continue to grow, particularly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These individuals and families face complex trauma and are seeking welcome and a place to resettle