Entries by Alyssa Glasgow

Helping Without Hurting in Short-Term Missions: A Synopsis

If you belong to an American church, chances are you’ve been on a short-term mission trip — or supported one somehow. Helping Without Hurting sheds light on how those trips may cause more harm than good and offers practical tips on how to effectively support existing congregations in low-income communities.

How to Locally Support Refugees

Not every immigrant is a refugee in true need of asylum, but for those who are, what’s the right response and how can we make sure our intervention is targeted to those who truly need it? Here are some practical suggestions for you to consider for the work in your hometown.