On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Fri, 15 May 2026 05:05:13 -0400 https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org en-us © 2026 On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse yes a8c874a5-1c61-5999-85f4-d8d3a283db0a On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse episodic false On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse is a podcast with Kristy Graham that explores the work we’re doing around the world. Experience what it’s like to be in the field with our teams, and hear first-hand from staff, volunteers, and people we help. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://storage.buzzsprout.com/23anknwpvl5g02o5irvrixkj6ywp?.jpg On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org How to Respond with Compassion How to Respond with Compassion Edward Densham has seen war, famine, disease and disasters all over the world. The more we see, the easier it is to become numb or even callous toward suffering. In this week’s episode, Edward reminds us that we are to see these situations through Jesus' eyes. Kristy also reflects on scripture and shares how we can have a compassionate heart and allow that to spur us on to compassionate action. 

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]]> Edward Densham has seen war, famine, disease and disasters all over the world. The more we see, the easier it is to become numb or even callous toward suffering. In this week’s episode, Edward reminds us that we are to see these situations through Jesus' eyes. Kristy also reflects on scripture and shares how we can have a compassionate heart and allow that to spur us on to compassionate action. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-19176775 Fri, 15 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1567 full false Knowing Jesus is Freedom Knowing Jesus is Freedom None of the programs out of the Samaritan's Purse Germany office could be accomplished without prayer. Hear more of Kristy’s conversation with Marina, where she highlights incredible projects like Alabaster Jar and Men Against Human Trafficking. In working with both women and men who are stuck in bondage to sin, the Germany team introduces them to a Savior, who calls them by name. 

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]]> None of the programs out of the Samaritan's Purse Germany office could be accomplished without prayer. Hear more of Kristy’s conversation with Marina, where she highlights incredible projects like Alabaster Jar and Men Against Human Trafficking. In working with both women and men who are stuck in bondage to sin, the Germany team introduces them to a Savior, who calls them by name. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-19141760 Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1588 full false From Bondage to Abundance From Bondage to Abundance Without God's perfect love, we cannot be free from condemnation and the bondage that we all face here on earth. But with God, we can live life and live it abundantly. Before knowing the Lord, Marina was living in bondage. Hear Marina’s incredible testimony and the ways God is using her story now as she serves in the Samaritan’s Purse Germany office. 

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]]> Without God's perfect love, we cannot be free from condemnation and the bondage that we all face here on earth. But with God, we can live life and live it abundantly. Before knowing the Lord, Marina was living in bondage. Hear Marina’s incredible testimony and the ways God is using her story now as she serves in the Samaritan’s Purse Germany office. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-19103603 Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1591 full false God Our Refuge and Strength God Our Refuge and Strength God has worked many miracles throughout Alex’s life—surviving the Rwandan genocide, receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox that planted seeds for the Gospel, and most recently, living on the other side of a brain tumor. Alex talks about how serving the Lord doesn't mean that challenging and even painful things will not happen in our lives. But we can take heart because God, our refuge and strength, has overcome the world.

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]]> God has worked many miracles throughout Alex’s life—surviving the Rwandan genocide, receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox that planted seeds for the Gospel, and most recently, living on the other side of a brain tumor. Alex talks about how serving the Lord doesn't mean that challenging and even painful things will not happen in our lives. But we can take heart because God, our refuge and strength, has overcome the world.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-19066326 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1580 full false The Body of Christ in Action The Body of Christ in Action Kristy Graham takes you on a tour through a Samaritan’s Purse Community Medical Outreach clinic where she witnessed the faithful service of the body of Christ. A team of more than 100 volunteers from North Carolina’s West Burnsville Baptist Church and Samaritan's Purse joined hands to minister to people from all walks of life, many of whom may never have set foot in a church otherwise. 

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]]> Kristy Graham takes you on a tour through a Samaritan’s Purse Community Medical Outreach clinic where she witnessed the faithful service of the body of Christ. A team of more than 100 volunteers from North Carolina’s West Burnsville Baptist Church and Samaritan's Purse joined hands to minister to people from all walks of life, many of whom may never have set foot in a church otherwise. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-19027853 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1580 full false The Great Commission is for Everyone The Great Commission is for Everyone The Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) couldn’t operate without the people working tirelessly behind the scenes in roles like water and sanitation, construction, and finance. Hear stories of how God has used people with all skillsets and backgrounds to serve others through disaster response.

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]]> The Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) couldn’t operate without the people working tirelessly behind the scenes in roles like water and sanitation, construction, and finance. Hear stories of how God has used people with all skillsets and backgrounds to serve others through disaster response.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18990602 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1580 full false Carrying One Another’s Burdens Carrying One Another’s Burdens Almost a year and a half ago, Hurricane Helene changed western North Carolina forever—not just the landscape, but the people and the churches. One church that stepped up to respond was Alliance Bible Fellowship, located in the backyard of Samaritan’s Purse International Headquarters. Hear how this church is still partnering with Samaritan's Purse and continuing to preach the Gospel. 

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]]> Almost a year and a half ago, Hurricane Helene changed western North Carolina forever—not just the landscape, but the people and the churches. One church that stepped up to respond was Alliance Bible Fellowship, located in the backyard of Samaritan’s Purse International Headquarters. Hear how this church is still partnering with Samaritan's Purse and continuing to preach the Gospel. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18950626 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Ukrainian Pastor Shares from the Frontlines Ukrainian Pastor Shares from the Frontlines No matter what is happening around you, God is faithful. Amid four years of war and tribulation in Ukraine, Pastor Daniel and his congregation continue clinging to these words: God is good all the time, and all the time God is good. Hear stories from the frontlines in Ukraine and how the Lord is working in the hearts and minds of those suffering. 

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]]> No matter what is happening around you, God is faithful. Amid four years of war and tribulation in Ukraine, Pastor Daniel and his congregation continue clinging to these words: God is good all the time, and all the time God is good. Hear stories from the frontlines in Ukraine and how the Lord is working in the hearts and minds of those suffering. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18912288 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1605 full false Called Out of Our Comfort Zone: A Conversation with Edward Graham Called Out of Our Comfort Zone: A Conversation with Edward Graham God likes to call us out of our comfort zone, but often we hesitate out of fear—we like the comfort and safety of the life we have known. But stepping out in faith is where true growth happens. Edward Graham, chief operating officer at Samaritan’s Purse, shares what God has taught him in leadership, both in the military but also in ministry. Hear how you, too, can step out in faith and obedience to the Lord, in whatever He has for you. 

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]]> God likes to call us out of our comfort zone, but often we hesitate out of fear—we like the comfort and safety of the life we have known. But stepping out in faith is where true growth happens. Edward Graham, chief operating officer at Samaritan’s Purse, shares what God has taught him in leadership, both in the military but also in ministry. Hear how you, too, can step out in faith and obedience to the Lord, in whatever He has for you. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18875318 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Suffering for Christ’s Sake Suffering for Christ’s Sake Hundreds of churches once bombed and burned to the ground are not only standing again but thriving in Sudan and South Sudan. Hear stories of pastors who experienced intense persecution and how their faith sustained them. 

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]]> Hundreds of churches once bombed and burned to the ground are not only standing again but thriving in Sudan and South Sudan. Hear stories of pastors who experienced intense persecution and how their faith sustained them. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18837124 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Plane Hijacked in Africa: The Pilot’s Story Part 2 Plane Hijacked in Africa: The Pilot’s Story Part 2 When someone put a gun in his face, a pilot named Jim had a choice—he could either let fear take over or he could trust Jesus with his life. As Jim’s plane was hijacked in Africa, the Lord brought Scriptures back to his mind and reminded him that there is power in the Name of Jesus. Hear from Jim Streit, who was in the air, and from Matt Olson, who was on the ground in North Carolina, about how God came through in a mighty way. 

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]]> When someone put a gun in his face, a pilot named Jim had a choice—he could either let fear take over or he could trust Jesus with his life. As Jim’s plane was hijacked in Africa, the Lord brought Scriptures back to his mind and reminded him that there is power in the Name of Jesus. Hear from Jim Streit, who was in the air, and from Matt Olson, who was on the ground in North Carolina, about how God came through in a mighty way. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18795814 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1509 full false Plane Hijacked in Africa: The Pilot’s Story Part 1 Plane Hijacked in Africa: The Pilot’s Story Part 1 When someone put a gun in his face, a pilot named Jim had a choice—he could either let fear take over or he could trust Jesus with his life. As Jim’s plane was hijacked in Africa, the Lord brought Scriptures back to his mind and reminded him that there is power in the Name of Jesus. Hear from Jim Streit, who was in the air, and from Matt Olson, who was on the ground in North Carolina, about how God came through in a mighty way. 

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]]> When someone put a gun in his face, a pilot named Jim had a choice—he could either let fear take over or he could trust Jesus with his life. As Jim’s plane was hijacked in Africa, the Lord brought Scriptures back to his mind and reminded him that there is power in the Name of Jesus. Hear from Jim Streit, who was in the air, and from Matt Olson, who was on the ground in North Carolina, about how God came through in a mighty way. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18756035 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false From Brokenness to Redemption: Never Too Far from God’s Love From Brokenness to Redemption: Never Too Far from God’s Love Dennis Robinson has served on more than 75 North American Disaster Relief deployments with Samaritan’s Purse in his 75 years, but all of those have taken place in the past 18 years of his life after many years of being lost. Hear his story of brokenness, redemption, and God’s unfailing love even in the darkest parts of life. 

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]]> Dennis Robinson has served on more than 75 North American Disaster Relief deployments with Samaritan’s Purse in his 75 years, but all of those have taken place in the past 18 years of his life after many years of being lost. Hear his story of brokenness, redemption, and God’s unfailing love even in the darkest parts of life. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-18714355 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false God Goes Before Us God Goes Before Us After a major winter storm wreaked havoc across the Southeast, hundreds of thousands were left without power and with extensive damage to their homes. From just days after the storm to even now as the ice thaws, our North American Disaster Relief teams have been on the ground helping homeowners in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Tennessee. Hear from those serving and those being helped about what it has been like to see God’s love amid the crisis. And you don’t want to miss an incredible story from a pastor, who saw the Lord at work through a divine appointment. 

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]]> After a major winter storm wreaked havoc across the Southeast, hundreds of thousands were left without power and with extensive damage to their homes. From just days after the storm to even now as the ice thaws, our North American Disaster Relief teams have been on the ground helping homeowners in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Tennessee. Hear from those serving and those being helped about what it has been like to see God’s love amid the crisis. And you don’t want to miss an incredible story from a pastor, who saw the Lord at work through a divine appointment. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18669692 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Led By Compassion: Kijabe Hospital Led By Compassion: Kijabe Hospital Come with Kristy Graham to the picturesque hills of Kenya, where Kijabe Hospital is located. As one of Samaritan’s Purse World Medical Mission partner hospitals, Kijabe remains faithful to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Hear from Edward Densham—who grew up at Kijabe and has witnessed its growth over the years—as he talks about how God created in him a heart for service and mission work on those very grounds.

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]]> Come with Kristy Graham to the picturesque hills of Kenya, where Kijabe Hospital is located. As one of Samaritan’s Purse World Medical Mission partner hospitals, Kijabe remains faithful to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Hear from Edward Densham—who grew up at Kijabe and has witnessed its growth over the years—as he talks about how God created in him a heart for service and mission work on those very grounds.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18631995 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Why Should We Hurt When Others Are Hurting? Why Should We Hurt When Others Are Hurting? If you’re reading the news headlines and you find yourself tired or overwhelmed by the pain and suffering in our world, you’re not alone. Many Christians are struggling to figure out how to grieve with compassion for the number of disasters plaguing communities near and far. Kristy Graham sits down with Jeremy Zerkle to talk about why Christians should care when others are hurting. 

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]]> If you’re reading the news headlines and you find yourself tired or overwhelmed by the pain and suffering in our world, you’re not alone. Many Christians are struggling to figure out how to grieve with compassion for the number of disasters plaguing communities near and far. Kristy Graham sits down with Jeremy Zerkle to talk about why Christians should care when others are hurting. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18592659 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false A Journey Up the Amazon River A Journey Up the Amazon River Take a trip with Kristy Graham to the ends of the earth where a team delivers Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes to an unreached people group deep in the jungles of Peru. For the first time the Chapra people hear the Gospel in their heart language, opening the door for future generations to learn about Jesus. 

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]]> Take a trip with Kristy Graham to the ends of the earth where a team delivers Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes to an unreached people group deep in the jungles of Peru. For the first time the Chapra people hear the Gospel in their heart language, opening the door for future generations to learn about Jesus. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18515271 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Trusting God: A Conversation with Ken Isaacs Trusting God: A Conversation with Ken Isaacs Hear how God used a well driller with no international experience or college degrees to accomplish His purposes around the world. Ken Isaacs has served with Samaritan’s Purse for decades and today leads our international relief efforts. Kristy recently sat down with him to hear how God continues to direct his steps, enabling him to run to the fire. It may not be an easy path, but God can use you in mighty ways when you are willing to say yes.

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]]> Hear how God used a well driller with no international experience or college degrees to accomplish His purposes around the world. Ken Isaacs has served with Samaritan’s Purse for decades and today leads our international relief efforts. Kristy recently sat down with him to hear how God continues to direct his steps, enabling him to run to the fire. It may not be an easy path, but God can use you in mighty ways when you are willing to say yes.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18475269 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Beyond the Church Walls: Serving in Your Community Beyond the Church Walls: Serving in Your Community As we begin a new year, join Kristy Graham as she hears testimonies of how churches are taking bold steps to serve their communities in unique ways, that are bringing people to salvation in Jesus Christ. This episode challenges listeners to look for ways to increase their acts of service outside the walls of their church.  

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]]> As we begin a new year, join Kristy Graham as she hears testimonies of how churches are taking bold steps to serve their communities in unique ways, that are bringing people to salvation in Jesus Christ. This episode challenges listeners to look for ways to increase their acts of service outside the walls of their church.  

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18436233 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Near to the Brokenhearted Near to the Brokenhearted At 10 years old, Alyona received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift, and the Lord used it mightily to reveal more of His character and His heart. After years of loss, God filled Alyona with hope, healing her broken heart. Now, Alyona’s story is a testimony of how the Lord’s power is made perfect in our weakness. 

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]]> At 10 years old, Alyona received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift, and the Lord used it mightily to reveal more of His character and His heart. After years of loss, God filled Alyona with hope, healing her broken heart. Now, Alyona’s story is a testimony of how the Lord’s power is made perfect in our weakness. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18405967 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false A Legacy of Missions A Legacy of Missions Earlier this year, Kristy went to Tenwek Hospital and met a father and son neurosurgeon team serving with World Medical Mission. Hear from this family—Dr. Charles Branch and his son, Dr. Byron Branch—with three generations of neurosurgeons about their faith and passion for the Gospel.

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]]> Earlier this year, Kristy went to Tenwek Hospital and met a father and son neurosurgeon team serving with World Medical Mission. Hear from this family—Dr. Charles Branch and his son, Dr. Byron Branch—with three generations of neurosurgeons about their faith and passion for the Gospel.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18379560 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Drawing Near to God: Comfort After the Storm Drawing Near to God: Comfort After the Storm Almost two months after Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica, people continue to get through this hard season by drawing near to God and clinging to their faith. Kristy hears stories of resilience and hope on the island from Samaritan’s Purse teams on the ground and the people they are serving.

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]]> Almost two months after Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica, people continue to get through this hard season by drawing near to God and clinging to their faith. Kristy hears stories of resilience and hope on the island from Samaritan’s Purse teams on the ground and the people they are serving.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18338961 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1559 full false How Honeybees and Baby Chicks Change Lives How Honeybees and Baby Chicks Change Lives How can something as simple as honeybees or baby chicks change lives? Matt Nowery, the country director for Samaritan’s Purse office in Iraq, talks with Kristy Graham about how teams are sharing the love of Jesus Christ in a difficult place for ministry. Honeybee and baby chick programming provides families with an income while restoring purpose and dignity to people who have lost hope. Hear stories of families in Iraq whose lives are forever changed through these projects. 

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]]> How can something as simple as honeybees or baby chicks change lives? Matt Nowery, the country director for Samaritan’s Purse office in Iraq, talks with Kristy Graham about how teams are sharing the love of Jesus Christ in a difficult place for ministry. Honeybee and baby chick programming provides families with an income while restoring purpose and dignity to people who have lost hope. Hear stories of families in Iraq whose lives are forever changed through these projects. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18299247 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Amid the Storm, God Answers Prayers: Hurricane Melissa Amid the Storm, God Answers Prayers: Hurricane Melissa On October 28, Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Jamaica as a Category 5 storm, leaving hundreds of thousands of people without shelter, clean water, or medical care. Many areas across the island were completely cutoff and inaccessible. Kristy talks with two of our Disaster Assistance Response Team members, Dave Holzhauer and Bev Kauffeldt, about the numerous ways that Samaritan’s Purse is helping on the island. They share how they are witnessing the Lord answer prayers during this response.

]]> On October 28, Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Jamaica as a Category 5 storm, leaving hundreds of thousands of people without shelter, clean water, or medical care. Many areas across the island were completely cutoff and inaccessible. Kristy talks with two of our Disaster Assistance Response Team members, Dave Holzhauer and Bev Kauffeldt, about the numerous ways that Samaritan’s Purse is helping on the island. They share how they are witnessing the Lord answer prayers during this response.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18257930 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false The Gift of the Gospel: A Conversation with Cissie Graham Lynch The Gift of the Gospel: A Conversation with Cissie Graham Lynch Kristy Graham sits down with her sister-in-law, Cissie Graham Lynch, to talk about the gift of the Gospel and how you can play a role in sharing the Gospel around the world this holiday season. For many years, Cissie and Kristy have had the privilege of witnessing the Lord work in and through Samaritan’s Purse, and they share stories about how God has changed hearts and blessed communities, all because of the hope of the Gospel.

]]> Kristy Graham sits down with her sister-in-law, Cissie Graham Lynch, to talk about the gift of the Gospel and how you can play a role in sharing the Gospel around the world this holiday season. For many years, Cissie and Kristy have had the privilege of witnessing the Lord work in and through Samaritan’s Purse, and they share stories about how God has changed hearts and blessed communities, all because of the hope of the Gospel.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18225338 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false God’s Faithfulness in the Waiting God’s Faithfulness in the Waiting Last year, the Bowens family lost everything in Hurricane Helene. This trial produced faith and endurance in them—though they lost every earthly possession, they lacked nothing because they had the Lord. Over the next several months, the Bowens continually leaned on the promises of God as they waited for their new home to be completed. Join Kristy Graham as she catches up with the Bowens family and attends their home dedication ceremony. You will hear how God has worked in their hearts, bringing them closer together and closer to Him.

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]]> Last year, the Bowens family lost everything in Hurricane Helene. This trial produced faith and endurance in them—though they lost every earthly possession, they lacked nothing because they had the Lord. Over the next several months, the Bowens continually leaned on the promises of God as they waited for their new home to be completed. Join Kristy Graham as she catches up with the Bowens family and attends their home dedication ceremony. You will hear how God has worked in their hearts, bringing them closer together and closer to Him.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18184701 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Live Worthy: A Conversation with General Cody Live Worthy: A Conversation with General Cody This Veteran's Day, we honor our service men and women who have given so much to our nation for our freedom. General Dick Cody, a retired four-star general who served our country for decades as an army aviator, joins Kristy for a conversation about his military service and his role now in leading and teaching the next generation. General Cody’s service has never stopped, even after retirement, reminding us that no matter what stage of life we are in, God can use us for His glory. 

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Watch this video about Samaritan’s Purse air missions in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

Listen to “The True Bread of Life,” where you will hear stories about Samaritan's Purse work in getting food to those who need it most.

 

]]> This Veteran's Day, we honor our service men and women who have given so much to our nation for our freedom. General Dick Cody, a retired four-star general who served our country for decades as an army aviator, joins Kristy for a conversation about his military service and his role now in leading and teaching the next generation. General Cody’s service has never stopped, even after retirement, reminding us that no matter what stage of life we are in, God can use us for His glory. 

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Watch this video about Samaritan’s Purse air missions in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

Listen to “The True Bread of Life,” where you will hear stories about Samaritan's Purse work in getting food to those who need it most.

 

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18144268 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false The True Bread of Life The True Bread of Life In the last three years alone, the Lord has equipped Samaritan’s Purse to distribute 750 million pounds of food to hungry families around the world. Every single meal we freely give is an opportunity for people to hear about the true bread of life and our eternal hope: Jesus Christ. Dave Phillips, a deputy director for international projects, sat down with Kristy to share stories about Samaritan's Purse work in getting food to those who need it most.

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]]> In the last three years alone, the Lord has equipped Samaritan’s Purse to distribute 750 million pounds of food to hungry families around the world. Every single meal we freely give is an opportunity for people to hear about the true bread of life and our eternal hope: Jesus Christ. Dave Phillips, a deputy director for international projects, sat down with Kristy to share stories about Samaritan's Purse work in getting food to those who need it most.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18106321 Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Evangelism Outside the Walls of the Church Evangelism Outside the Walls of the Church Operation Christmas Child sends millions of shoebox gifts around the world each year, reaching children in need with the hope of the Gospel. But this ministry is also an incredible evangelism opportunity even before the shoeboxes arrive overseas. Kristy speaks with Pastor Rusty Guenther, who leads First Baptist Church of Blowing Rock in North Carolina, about how he has seen Operation Christmas Child bless his congregation and community as a whole. In getting outside the walls of the church by hosting packing parties, Pastor Rusty has seen lives transformed. 

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]]> Operation Christmas Child sends millions of shoebox gifts around the world each year, reaching children in need with the hope of the Gospel. But this ministry is also an incredible evangelism opportunity even before the shoeboxes arrive overseas. Kristy speaks with Pastor Rusty Guenther, who leads First Baptist Church of Blowing Rock in North Carolina, about how he has seen Operation Christmas Child bless his congregation and community as a whole. In getting outside the walls of the church by hosting packing parties, Pastor Rusty has seen lives transformed. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18063928 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Our Strength Comes from the Lord Our Strength Comes from the Lord While Kristy was on the ground in Kenya, she sat down with Becky Chinchen, the founder and executive director of Amani ya Juu. Becky shares what it was like to flee Liberia during civil war and how she was able to turn that painful experience into purpose in creating Amani. Hear how the Lord kept Becky grounded over the years as she leaned on Him for guidance. 

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]]> While Kristy was on the ground in Kenya, she sat down with Becky Chinchen, the founder and executive director of Amani ya Juu. Becky shares what it was like to flee Liberia during civil war and how she was able to turn that painful experience into purpose in creating Amani. Hear how the Lord kept Becky grounded over the years as she leaned on Him for guidance. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-18022397 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Every Tribe and Tongue: Translating Testimonies Every Tribe and Tongue: Translating Testimonies People who become Christians in Cambodia often face persecution and anger from their families, but the country is desperate for hope. As spiritual revival sweeps the region, a translator working with Operation Christmas Child finds herself inspired to do more for the Kingdom.

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]]> People who become Christians in Cambodia often face persecution and anger from their families, but the country is desperate for hope. As spiritual revival sweeps the region, a translator working with Operation Christmas Child finds herself inspired to do more for the Kingdom.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17984879 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Setting Bones and Sharing Hope Setting Bones and Sharing Hope This episode follows orthopedic surgeons with World Medical Mission, a medical arm of Samaritan’s Purse, to a hospital in Nigeria where patients received physical and spiritual healing. As patients walk away from surgery forever changed, their families and communities often ask questions about God and this opens the door for our teams to share about true healing and restoration found in Jesus Christ. 

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]]> This episode follows orthopedic surgeons with World Medical Mission, a medical arm of Samaritan’s Purse, to a hospital in Nigeria where patients received physical and spiritual healing. As patients walk away from surgery forever changed, their families and communities often ask questions about God and this opens the door for our teams to share about true healing and restoration found in Jesus Christ. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17944998 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Brokenness, Transformation, and Celebration: Amani ya Juu Brokenness, Transformation, and Celebration: Amani ya Juu Amani ya Juu gives women a fresh start, equipping them by teaching skills like stitching to give them an income, and most importantly, point them to Christ. Take a tour with Kristy Graham through Amani ya Juu headquarters in Kenya, where you will get to meet women whose lives were changed through the program. Every single woman at Amani has had to flee something: poverty, war, loneliness, abuse, rejection, and they have all been transformed through Jesus Christ. 


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]]> Amani ya Juu gives women a fresh start, equipping them by teaching skills like stitching to give them an income, and most importantly, point them to Christ. Take a tour with Kristy Graham through Amani ya Juu headquarters in Kenya, where you will get to meet women whose lives were changed through the program. Every single woman at Amani has had to flee something: poverty, war, loneliness, abuse, rejection, and they have all been transformed through Jesus Christ. 


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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17907217 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Giving Back Smiles, Sharing God’s Love Giving Back Smiles, Sharing God’s Love This week, we’re taking you to Honduras, where a team of World Medical Mission dental professionals traveled to share God’s love by serving communities with limited access to affordable dental care. Every patient treated also received spiritual care, as they sat down with a chaplain and heard the Gospel. Hear directly from patients whose lives were changed and volunteers who were deeply blessed by serving the people of Honduras.

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]]> This week, we’re taking you to Honduras, where a team of World Medical Mission dental professionals traveled to share God’s love by serving communities with limited access to affordable dental care. Every patient treated also received spiritual care, as they sat down with a chaplain and heard the Gospel. Hear directly from patients whose lives were changed and volunteers who were deeply blessed by serving the people of Honduras.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17866311 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Giving God Your Yes Giving God Your Yes For the past two years, Samaritan’s Purse has been actively providing aid to families caught in the midst of war in Gaza and Israel. Four months ago, Janet Huckabee and her husband, Mike, moved to Israel where he is serving as the U.S. Ambassador. This episode shares Janet’s heart for the work they do and how God has asked her to stretch beyond her physical limits and lean on her faith in this season. 

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]]> For the past two years, Samaritan’s Purse has been actively providing aid to families caught in the midst of war in Gaza and Israel. Four months ago, Janet Huckabee and her husband, Mike, moved to Israel where he is serving as the U.S. Ambassador. This episode shares Janet’s heart for the work they do and how God has asked her to stretch beyond her physical limits and lean on her faith in this season. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17789461 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Choosing God During Suffering Choosing God During Suffering Take a trip with On the Ground to Tenwek Hospital in Kenya, where medical and surgical teams are leading patients to Christ and showing them the love of Jesus. Hear from one surgeon who has served faithfully for more than 20 years and how she overcame immense personal trials that called her faith into question. 

Content warning: Please be advised that this episode of On the Ground addresses the difficult subject of sexual assault. Dr. Carol Spears recounts her experience while serving as a short-term missionary in Africa.

]]> Take a trip with On the Ground to Tenwek Hospital in Kenya, where medical and surgical teams are leading patients to Christ and showing them the love of Jesus. Hear from one surgeon who has served faithfully for more than 20 years and how she overcame immense personal trials that called her faith into question. 

Content warning: Please be advised that this episode of On the Ground addresses the difficult subject of sexual assault. Dr. Carol Spears recounts her experience while serving as a short-term missionary in Africa.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17748707 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Restoring Hearts and Homes: Hurricane Helene Rebuild Restoring Hearts and Homes: Hurricane Helene Rebuild Ten months ago, in Mountain City, Tennessee, Hurricane Helene turned Kim and Michael Mitchum’s lives upside down. Now, they have a fresh start as they move into their brand-new house. Follow the Mitchums’ journey as they witness volunteers and staff build their home from the ground up and hear directly from Kim and Michael’s hearts. 

]]> Ten months ago, in Mountain City, Tennessee, Hurricane Helene turned Kim and Michael Mitchum’s lives upside down. Now, they have a fresh start as they move into their brand-new house. Follow the Mitchums’ journey as they witness volunteers and staff build their home from the ground up and hear directly from Kim and Michael’s hearts. 

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17710448 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Hidden Heroes: Serving Behind the Scenes Hidden Heroes: Serving Behind the Scenes None of the work that Samaritan’s Purse does on the frontlines could happen without the incredible people in our ministry who work in capacities that rarely receive the credit. Everyone has different strengths and skill sets, but we're all given specific gifts that God wants us to use to further His Kingdom. Here at Samaritan’s Purse, we're all called to share the Gospel whether it’s behind the scenes or on the frontlines. Meet the people who organize supplies for airlifts, support our hospitals, and coordinate logistics for transportation around the world.

]]> None of the work that Samaritan’s Purse does on the frontlines could happen without the incredible people in our ministry who work in capacities that rarely receive the credit. Everyone has different strengths and skill sets, but we're all given specific gifts that God wants us to use to further His Kingdom. Here at Samaritan’s Purse, we're all called to share the Gospel whether it’s behind the scenes or on the frontlines. Meet the people who organize supplies for airlifts, support our hospitals, and coordinate logistics for transportation around the world.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17671629 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Listen Again: Jesus Pursues You Listen Again: Jesus Pursues You Dr. Ed Carns has served in the far corners of the world with Samaritan’s Purse both with World Medical Mission and the Disaster Assistance Response Team. He shares his testimony of how God used people in his life to point him to Christ and encourage him in his faith. The stories he shares with Kristy Graham demonstrate how God pursues each person individually.

]]> Dr. Ed Carns has served in the far corners of the world with Samaritan’s Purse both with World Medical Mission and the Disaster Assistance Response Team. He shares his testimony of how God used people in his life to point him to Christ and encourage him in his faith. The stories he shares with Kristy Graham demonstrate how God pursues each person individually.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17629644 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Rejoicing with Lahaina Residents: Maui Rebuild Rejoicing with Lahaina Residents: Maui Rebuild In August 2023, the deadliest U.S. wildfire in over a century swept through Lahaina, a beautiful community on the island of Maui. Samaritan’s Purse was in Maui within 48 hours of the disaster, coming alongside people who had lost everything by sifting through ashes in search of treasured belongings. Two years later, we’re taking you back to Hawaii, where you will hear directly from families as receive their brand-new homes built by Samaritan’s Purse.

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]]> In August 2023, the deadliest U.S. wildfire in over a century swept through Lahaina, a beautiful community on the island of Maui. Samaritan’s Purse was in Maui within 48 hours of the disaster, coming alongside people who had lost everything by sifting through ashes in search of treasured belongings. Two years later, we’re taking you back to Hawaii, where you will hear directly from families as receive their brand-new homes built by Samaritan’s Purse.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17594512 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Living Sacrificially: A Conversation with Aileen Coleman Living Sacrificially: A Conversation with Aileen Coleman Kristy sat down with Aileen Coleman, a long-time partner with Samaritan’s Purse and a giant in the faith, in 2019. Aileen was a missionary in Mafraq, Jordan for more than 60 years, and was one of the key people in the life of Samaritan's Purse President Franklin Graham. Aileen recently went to be with the Lord, and while we will miss her presence and influence, we cling to the example and legacy she leaves. This encouraging conversation will surely spur you on to share the Gospel, invest in your prayer life, and live sacrificially.

]]> Kristy sat down with Aileen Coleman, a long-time partner with Samaritan’s Purse and a giant in the faith, in 2019. Aileen was a missionary in Mafraq, Jordan for more than 60 years, and was one of the key people in the life of Samaritan's Purse President Franklin Graham. Aileen recently went to be with the Lord, and while we will miss her presence and influence, we cling to the example and legacy she leaves. This encouraging conversation will surely spur you on to share the Gospel, invest in your prayer life, and live sacrificially.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17557446 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Texas Flash Floods: Hope After the Storm Texas Flash Floods: Hope After the Storm Kristy Graham takes listeners to Texas, where Samaritan’s Purse is responding after massive flooding left a trail of extensive damage across several counties. Hear from Andrew Metcalf, a program manager for U.S. Disaster Relief, and Edward Graham, the chief operating officer of Samaritan’s Purse, about what it has been like on the ground and how we can be praying for Texans.

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]]> Kristy Graham takes listeners to Texas, where Samaritan’s Purse is responding after massive flooding left a trail of extensive damage across several counties. Hear from Andrew Metcalf, a program manager for U.S. Disaster Relief, and Edward Graham, the chief operating officer of Samaritan’s Purse, about what it has been like on the ground and how we can be praying for Texans.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17520965 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Journeying with God Journeying with God Ellie Graves has served as a volunteer with Operation Christmas Child for nearly 20 years. Her life of service is a true example of obedience to God, as she walks with Him in dependence and submission. Hear about Ellie’s remarkable journey with the Lord and how the power of prayer has been an anchor.

 

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]]> Ellie Graves has served as a volunteer with Operation Christmas Child for nearly 20 years. Her life of service is a true example of obedience to God, as she walks with Him in dependence and submission. Hear about Ellie’s remarkable journey with the Lord and how the power of prayer has been an anchor.

 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17484715 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false How to Apologize and Love Others Well How to Apologize and Love Others Well Kristy Graham sits down with Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages, to talk about how we can love our family, our friends, and our spouse well. Dr. Chapman’s books and teachings have helped transform marriages, and Samaritan's Purse uses his materials at Operation Heal Our Patriots in Alaska. Hear how you can make your apologies sincere, your love genuine, and your care Christlike for those experiencing tragedy. 

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]]> Kristy Graham sits down with Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages, to talk about how we can love our family, our friends, and our spouse well. Dr. Chapman’s books and teachings have helped transform marriages, and Samaritan's Purse uses his materials at Operation Heal Our Patriots in Alaska. Hear how you can make your apologies sincere, your love genuine, and your care Christlike for those experiencing tragedy. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17444968 Fri, 04 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false How to Be a Servant Leader How to Be a Servant Leader Samaritan’s Purse is pouring into the next generation of Godly leaders. This week, Kristy Graham introduces you to a Samaritan’s Purse program you may not know about: the Leadership Development Pathway. Kendell Kauffeldt, who heads up this program, shares how the program develops and equips staff by studying Biblical leadership. Hear from recent graduates of the program about what they learned and how they follow Jesus’ example of leadership.

]]> Samaritan’s Purse is pouring into the next generation of Godly leaders. This week, Kristy Graham introduces you to a Samaritan’s Purse program you may not know about: the Leadership Development Pathway. Kendell Kauffeldt, who heads up this program, shares how the program develops and equips staff by studying Biblical leadership. Hear from recent graduates of the program about what they learned and how they follow Jesus’ example of leadership.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17404284 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Mules on a Gospel Mission Mules on a Gospel Mission Mike and Michele Toberer founded a Christian nonprofit called Mission Mules, that provides disaster relief to otherwise inaccessible areas through a very unique mode of transportation: packing mules. Samaritan’s Purse and Mission Mules crossed paths after Hurricane Helene. We had the honor of serving alongside them in the mountains of North Carolina, working together to deliver supplies to those who had been cut off. Hear how God challenged Mike and Michele to launch this ministry and about their time serving in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

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]]> Mike and Michele Toberer founded a Christian nonprofit called Mission Mules, that provides disaster relief to otherwise inaccessible areas through a very unique mode of transportation: packing mules. Samaritan’s Purse and Mission Mules crossed paths after Hurricane Helene. We had the honor of serving alongside them in the mountains of North Carolina, working together to deliver supplies to those who had been cut off. Hear how God challenged Mike and Michele to launch this ministry and about their time serving in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17365328 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false How You Can Choose Joy How You Can Choose Joy Choosing joy in all circumstances is a daily battle that we all face. Pastor Chip Ingram sits down with Kristy Graham to talk about how he has been able to shift his perspective and, with God’s help, truly choose joy.

]]> Choosing joy in all circumstances is a daily battle that we all face. Pastor Chip Ingram sits down with Kristy Graham to talk about how he has been able to shift his perspective and, with God’s help, truly choose joy.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17326357 Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1749 full false How the Lord Directs and Redirects How the Lord Directs and Redirects Karen never thought she would ever have the opportunity to return to Myanmar, but the Lord had other plans. After the recent earthquake in Myanmar, Karen Daniels, an operating room nurse, returned to treat patients with the Disaster Assistance Response Team. Hear from Karen about the patients she met on this response and what God taught her along the way. You will also hear directly from some of our patients, who were treated at our Emergency Field Hospital. 

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Read more about the Samaritan’s Purse Emergency Field Hospital in Myanmar that treated more than 1,000 patients.

Listen to “Sowing and Watering Seeds in Hard Places” to hear Matt Nowery and Barry Jessen, two of our country directors, talk about how they are able to persevere and continue to sow and water seeds for the Gospel in challenging places.

]]> Karen never thought she would ever have the opportunity to return to Myanmar, but the Lord had other plans. After the recent earthquake in Myanmar, Karen Daniels, an operating room nurse, returned to treat patients with the Disaster Assistance Response Team. Hear from Karen about the patients she met on this response and what God taught her along the way. You will also hear directly from some of our patients, who were treated at our Emergency Field Hospital. 

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Read more about the Samaritan’s Purse Emergency Field Hospital in Myanmar that treated more than 1,000 patients.

Listen to “Sowing and Watering Seeds in Hard Places” to hear Matt Nowery and Barry Jessen, two of our country directors, talk about how they are able to persevere and continue to sow and water seeds for the Gospel in challenging places.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17286963 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1559 full false Sowing and Watering Seeds in Hard Places Sowing and Watering Seeds in Hard Places Recently some of our international staff visited our Samaritan's Purse headquarters and shared updates from their work around the world. Matt Nowery and Barry Jessen, two of our country directors, talked with Kristy Graham about how they are able persevere and continue to sow and water seeds for the Gospel in hard places.

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  • Listen to “How to Have a Heart of Worship” to hear Josh Havens and Matt Fuqua, the two founding members of the Christian band, The Afters, talk about what it has been like traveling around the world with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan’s Purse.
]]> Recently some of our international staff visited our Samaritan's Purse headquarters and shared updates from their work around the world. Matt Nowery and Barry Jessen, two of our country directors, talked with Kristy Graham about how they are able persevere and continue to sow and water seeds for the Gospel in hard places.

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  • Listen to “How to Have a Heart of Worship” to hear Josh Havens and Matt Fuqua, the two founding members of the Christian band, The Afters, talk about what it has been like traveling around the world with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan’s Purse.
]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17248534 Fri, 30 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false How to Have a Heart of Worship How to Have a Heart of Worship Josh Havens and Matt Fuqua, the two founding members of the Christian band, The Afters, sat down with Kristy Graham to talk about what it looks like to have a heart of worship, what it has been like traveling around the world with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan’s Purse, and what God is teaching them in this season. 

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]]> Josh Havens and Matt Fuqua, the two founding members of the Christian band, The Afters, sat down with Kristy Graham to talk about what it looks like to have a heart of worship, what it has been like traveling around the world with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan’s Purse, and what God is teaching them in this season. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17210437 Fri, 23 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1819 full false One Week in Alaska One Week in Alaska For 17 weeks every summer, military veterans and their spouses are invited to Operation Heal Our Patriots for a week-long marriage retreat. Kristy Graham takes listeners behind-the-scenes to experience what these military couples do day by day, immersing them in what life is like at Samaritan Lodge Alaska. Hear how the Lord transforms marriages through Biblically based marriage classes, excursions in the beautiful Alaskan wilderness, and intentional conversations with chaplains, staff, and volunteers.

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]]> For 17 weeks every summer, military veterans and their spouses are invited to Operation Heal Our Patriots for a week-long marriage retreat. Kristy Graham takes listeners behind-the-scenes to experience what these military couples do day by day, immersing them in what life is like at Samaritan Lodge Alaska. Hear how the Lord transforms marriages through Biblically based marriage classes, excursions in the beautiful Alaskan wilderness, and intentional conversations with chaplains, staff, and volunteers.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17168699 Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false The Miracles of God and the Power of Forgiveness The Miracles of God and the Power of Forgiveness Seeing family members killed right in front of him, spending months on the run, ending up in an orphanage—this was Alex’s life after the Rwandan genocide began. Yet, despite all this hardship, Alex can look back and see the miracles of God throughout his life. And when Alex received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift, a seed of hope was planted that would later bloom into a deep love for the Lord. Hear about the miracles of God in Alex’s story and how the power of forgiveness set him free.

]]> Seeing family members killed right in front of him, spending months on the run, ending up in an orphanage—this was Alex’s life after the Rwandan genocide began. Yet, despite all this hardship, Alex can look back and see the miracles of God throughout his life. And when Alex received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift, a seed of hope was planted that would later bloom into a deep love for the Lord. Hear about the miracles of God in Alex’s story and how the power of forgiveness set him free.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17123805 Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false God’s Providential Hand: A Conversation with Jim Dailey God’s Providential Hand: A Conversation with Jim Dailey Jim Dailey, vice president of communications at Samaritan’s Purse, spoke with Kristy Graham about how he has witnessed God’s sovereign, providential hand throughout his 25 years of working in the ministry. Jim shared about perseverance in times of trial, and what it has been like taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth.

]]> Jim Dailey, vice president of communications at Samaritan’s Purse, spoke with Kristy Graham about how he has witnessed God’s sovereign, providential hand throughout his 25 years of working in the ministry. Jim shared about perseverance in times of trial, and what it has been like taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17078809 Fri, 02 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Restoring Hope in Tigray Restoring Hope in Tigray In Tigray—a region of Ethiopia once ravaged by conflict—God is using Samaritan’s Purse to equip local churches to change lives, mend hearts, and restore hope in Jesus’ Name. Meeting the vulnerable where they are and addressing physical and spiritual needs, we are together pouring into the next generation—a generation whose childhood was stripped away. By creating safe havens, these kids are able to play, laugh, and learn about how there is a God who cares for them.

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]]> In Tigray—a region of Ethiopia once ravaged by conflict—God is using Samaritan’s Purse to equip local churches to change lives, mend hearts, and restore hope in Jesus’ Name. Meeting the vulnerable where they are and addressing physical and spiritual needs, we are together pouring into the next generation—a generation whose childhood was stripped away. By creating safe havens, these kids are able to play, laugh, and learn about how there is a God who cares for them.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-17038070 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false The Fragrance of the Lord After Helene The Fragrance of the Lord After Helene The storm may be out of the news, but it's not out of God's sight. Kristy Graham takes listeners to her own backyard in western North Carolina, where Hurricane Helene hit in September of 2024. Months later, the storm is not over—people's lives are still turned upside down. Kristy talks with Kendell Kauffeldt, the response manager during this disaster response, and he shares stories of how Samaritan’s Purse has been able to meet unique needs. This has included the replacement of critical items lost during the storm, such as cars, work vehicles, campers for temporary housing, and even mules for a local supply transport team. Kristy also speaks to a DART member named Jazmin Ortiz, who had the privilege of witnessing many salvations while serving.

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]]> The storm may be out of the news, but it's not out of God's sight. Kristy Graham takes listeners to her own backyard in western North Carolina, where Hurricane Helene hit in September of 2024. Months later, the storm is not over—people's lives are still turned upside down. Kristy talks with Kendell Kauffeldt, the response manager during this disaster response, and he shares stories of how Samaritan’s Purse has been able to meet unique needs. This has included the replacement of critical items lost during the storm, such as cars, work vehicles, campers for temporary housing, and even mules for a local supply transport team. Kristy also speaks to a DART member named Jazmin Ortiz, who had the privilege of witnessing many salvations while serving.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16995930 Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false God’s Incredible Provision: Myanmar Earthquake Response God’s Incredible Provision: Myanmar Earthquake Response Samaritan’s Purse is helping the people of Myanmar in the wake of a deadly earthquake by providing clean water, shelter, and medical care at our Emergency Field Hospital. It is only by the Lord’s provision that our Disaster Assistance Response Team received access into Myanmar, showing once again, just how powerful prayer is. Hear directly from our staff who are on the ground in Myanmar, demonstrating God’s love.

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]]> Samaritan’s Purse is helping the people of Myanmar in the wake of a deadly earthquake by providing clean water, shelter, and medical care at our Emergency Field Hospital. It is only by the Lord’s provision that our Disaster Assistance Response Team received access into Myanmar, showing once again, just how powerful prayer is. Hear directly from our staff who are on the ground in Myanmar, demonstrating God’s love.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16954161 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Updates From Around the World with Edward Graham Updates From Around the World with Edward Graham Kristy Graham sits down with her husband and Samaritan’s Purse Chief Operating Officer Edward Graham to hear updates of our work around the world, including the Myanmar earthquake response. Edward shares what is on the hearts of the organization’s leaders and how we can be praying for Samaritan’s Purse ministry of helping in Jesus’ Name after manmade and natural disasters.

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]]> Kristy Graham sits down with her husband and Samaritan’s Purse Chief Operating Officer Edward Graham to hear updates of our work around the world, including the Myanmar earthquake response. Edward shares what is on the hearts of the organization’s leaders and how we can be praying for Samaritan’s Purse ministry of helping in Jesus’ Name after manmade and natural disasters.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16916318 Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Does Prayer Matter? Does Prayer Matter? As a child, receiving a simple shoebox gift made Anabel realize the power of prayer and how much God loved her. Throughout her life, Anabel kept the Lord’s promises hidden in her heart. So when tragedy struck, He reminded her of the answer to her prayers in the form of a shoebox with a note that was written in love.

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]]> As a child, receiving a simple shoebox gift made Anabel realize the power of prayer and how much God loved her. Throughout her life, Anabel kept the Lord’s promises hidden in her heart. So when tragedy struck, He reminded her of the answer to her prayers in the form of a shoebox with a note that was written in love.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16871719 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Ministry Behind the Scenes Ministry Behind the Scenes No matter what you do, where you work or how you serve, God can use it for His Kingdom. This week Kristy Graham takes you behind the scenes and introduces you to some of our Samaritan’s Purse flight attendants, who fly all around the world on our DC-8 combi aircraft. These highly skilled and experienced members of our Mission Aviation Services staff share how, as believers, we can faithfully serve the Lord wherever He has called us.

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]]> No matter what you do, where you work or how you serve, God can use it for His Kingdom. This week Kristy Graham takes you behind the scenes and introduces you to some of our Samaritan’s Purse flight attendants, who fly all around the world on our DC-8 combi aircraft. These highly skilled and experienced members of our Mission Aviation Services staff share how, as believers, we can faithfully serve the Lord wherever He has called us.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16829024 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word Scripture is alive and active, and no matter the circumstances we face in life, God’s Word can help lift our eyes beyond our current situation and towards our eternal hope in Jesus Christ. This week, we are taking you behind the scenes to Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions, where Randy Bishop talks about the history of the English Bible and how important it is that we not only read God’s Word, but crave it daily. Hear Kristy Graham and other members of the podcast team share Scripture that has impacted them in their walk with the Lord.

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For further study, below are sources that Randy Bishop used in his devotion: 

1.  Filling Up the Afflictions of Christ
The Cost of Bringing the Gospel to the Nations in the Lives of William Tyndale, Adoniram Judson, and John Paton

The Swans Are Not Silent, Book Five

By John Piper, Crossway, 2009

 

2. The Legacy of the King James Bible
Celebrating 400 Year of the Most Influential English Translation

By Leland Ryken, Crossway, 2011

 

3. The Origin of the Bible

By various authors including F.F. Bruce, J.I. Packer, Philip Comfort, and Carl F. H. HenryTyndale House Publishers, 2012

 

 


]]> Scripture is alive and active, and no matter the circumstances we face in life, God’s Word can help lift our eyes beyond our current situation and towards our eternal hope in Jesus Christ. This week, we are taking you behind the scenes to Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions, where Randy Bishop talks about the history of the English Bible and how important it is that we not only read God’s Word, but crave it daily. Hear Kristy Graham and other members of the podcast team share Scripture that has impacted them in their walk with the Lord.

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For further study, below are sources that Randy Bishop used in his devotion: 

1.  Filling Up the Afflictions of Christ
The Cost of Bringing the Gospel to the Nations in the Lives of William Tyndale, Adoniram Judson, and John Paton

The Swans Are Not Silent, Book Five

By John Piper, Crossway, 2009

 

2. The Legacy of the King James Bible
Celebrating 400 Year of the Most Influential English Translation

By Leland Ryken, Crossway, 2011

 

3. The Origin of the Bible

By various authors including F.F. Bruce, J.I. Packer, Philip Comfort, and Carl F. H. HenryTyndale House Publishers, 2012

 

 


]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16786457 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Sharing God’s Light in a Dark Place Sharing God’s Light in a Dark Place More than 11 million Sudanese people have been internally displaced by violence from ongoing civil war. Amid this turmoil, many people are feeling hopeless. In one particular city where the medical infrastructure is overwhelmed, Samaritan's Purse set up an Emergency Field Hospital to offer help in Jesus’ Name. Kristy Graham sat down with Shannon Hamilton, who served as the team lead for this disaster response team in Sudan.

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Read stories of brave moms in Sudan who have been helped by Samaritan’s Purse.

Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is bringing medical care to Sudan's displaced women and children.

Listen to “How to Hold Things Loosely,” where you will hear from Dr. Seth and Rebecca Mallay, who share their daughter’s testimony and talk about how we should hold things with open hands before the Lord.

 



]]> More than 11 million Sudanese people have been internally displaced by violence from ongoing civil war. Amid this turmoil, many people are feeling hopeless. In one particular city where the medical infrastructure is overwhelmed, Samaritan's Purse set up an Emergency Field Hospital to offer help in Jesus’ Name. Kristy Graham sat down with Shannon Hamilton, who served as the team lead for this disaster response team in Sudan.

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Read stories of brave moms in Sudan who have been helped by Samaritan’s Purse.

Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is bringing medical care to Sudan's displaced women and children.

Listen to “How to Hold Things Loosely,” where you will hear from Dr. Seth and Rebecca Mallay, who share their daughter’s testimony and talk about how we should hold things with open hands before the Lord.

 



]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16746475 Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false How to Hold Things Loosely How to Hold Things Loosely Nothing is ever truly ours—even our loved ones belong to the Lord. Hear an incredible story of a family's faith through loss. Kristy Graham speaks with Dr. Seth and Rebecca Mallay, who share their daughter’s testimony and talk about how we should hold things loosely as believers.

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]]> Nothing is ever truly ours—even our loved ones belong to the Lord. Hear an incredible story of a family's faith through loss. Kristy Graham speaks with Dr. Seth and Rebecca Mallay, who share their daughter’s testimony and talk about how we should hold things loosely as believers.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16704783 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2222 full false Saving Baby Deo: Part 2 Saving Baby Deo: Part 2 In a remote area of Uganda, a little boy named Deo was living on borrowed time. At just 3 years old, he was suffering from a critical heart condition, and he needed surgery that wasn’t available in his home country. Samaritan’s Purse knew it would take a miracle from God to save this boy’s life. 

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]]> In a remote area of Uganda, a little boy named Deo was living on borrowed time. At just 3 years old, he was suffering from a critical heart condition, and he needed surgery that wasn’t available in his home country. Samaritan’s Purse knew it would take a miracle from God to save this boy’s life. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16616567 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1559 full false Saving Baby Deo: Part 1 Saving Baby Deo: Part 1 In a remote area of Uganda, a little boy named Deo was living on borrowed time. At just 3 years old, he was suffering from a critical heart condition, and he needed surgery that wasn’t available in his home country. Samaritan’s Purse knew it would take a miracle from God to save this boy’s life. 

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]]> In a remote area of Uganda, a little boy named Deo was living on borrowed time. At just 3 years old, he was suffering from a critical heart condition, and he needed surgery that wasn’t available in his home country. Samaritan’s Purse knew it would take a miracle from God to save this boy’s life. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16581767 Sat, 08 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false LA Wildfire Response: Franklin Graham LA Wildfire Response: Franklin Graham Even in pain and tragedy, God can make beauty out of ashes. Kristy Graham speaks with her father-in-law and president of Samaritan’s Purse, Franklin Graham, about his recent trip to the Los Angeles area, where he met people affected by the devastating wildfires. You will hear directly from firefighters, who battled the flames, and a homeowner, who gave his life to the Lord after he lost everything in the wildfire.

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]]> Even in pain and tragedy, God can make beauty out of ashes. Kristy Graham speaks with her father-in-law and president of Samaritan’s Purse, Franklin Graham, about his recent trip to the Los Angeles area, where he met people affected by the devastating wildfires. You will hear directly from firefighters, who battled the flames, and a homeowner, who gave his life to the Lord after he lost everything in the wildfire.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16580876 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500 1560 full false A Family’s Story of Survival: Hurricane Helene A Family’s Story of Survival: Hurricane Helene Hear a testimony of God’s faithfulness in a storm, as Kristy Graham talks with a family of five who lost their home in Hurricane Helene. Even though they watched everything they had worked for wash away, the Bowens chose to trust God. 

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]]> Hear a testimony of God’s faithfulness in a storm, as Kristy Graham talks with a family of five who lost their home in Hurricane Helene. Even though they watched everything they had worked for wash away, the Bowens chose to trust God. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16533014 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1561 full false Building Churches in the Last Frontier Building Churches in the Last Frontier Every year, Samaritan’s Purse builds a church in remote Alaska as part of our efforts to take the Gospel to the ends of the earth. Hear from Corey and Kristin, who work on this project year-round, about the challenges and joys that they encounter while serving as well as how you can pray for these church builds and the people in these isolated areas. 

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]]> Every year, Samaritan’s Purse builds a church in remote Alaska as part of our efforts to take the Gospel to the ends of the earth. Hear from Corey and Kristin, who work on this project year-round, about the challenges and joys that they encounter while serving as well as how you can pray for these church builds and the people in these isolated areas. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16490083 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Passing the Torch in Ecuador: Operation Christmas Child Passing the Torch in Ecuador: Operation Christmas Child Travel to Quito, Ecuador, where you will hear what it was like for Wheaton College students and staff to take part in Operation Christmas Child outreach events and a graduation ceremony for The Greatest Journey. You will hear directly from the hearts of these students who grew up packing shoeboxes, and recently, got to witness firsthand what God is doing through this Samaritan’s Purse project around the world. 

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]]> Travel to Quito, Ecuador, where you will hear what it was like for Wheaton College students and staff to take part in Operation Christmas Child outreach events and a graduation ceremony for The Greatest Journey. You will hear directly from the hearts of these students who grew up packing shoeboxes, and recently, got to witness firsthand what God is doing through this Samaritan’s Purse project around the world. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16450018 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Surrendering in Obedience Surrendering in Obedience Sam Hawes has served with Samaritan's Purse for more than 10 years both in the field and at international headquarters. During that time, God has been faithful to teach Sam about obedience during many changing seasons. Sam shares about surrendering to the Lord, and striving to glorify Him in everything we do. Sam also speaks about unique programming happening in Liberia that he got the privilege to witness firsthand.

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]]> Sam Hawes has served with Samaritan's Purse for more than 10 years both in the field and at international headquarters. During that time, God has been faithful to teach Sam about obedience during many changing seasons. Sam shares about surrendering to the Lord, and striving to glorify Him in everything we do. Sam also speaks about unique programming happening in Liberia that he got the privilege to witness firsthand.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16408416 Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false How God Answered Prayers in 2024 How God Answered Prayers in 2024 God answers prayers, and the Bible tells us that we can pray about anything and everything, bringing our requests to Him. He hears us and He knows us. Kristy Graham talks with staff from across the ministry about how they have seen the faithfulness of God and witnessed prayers answered. We rejoice about what God has done in and through Samaritan’s Purse in 2024. 

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]]> God answers prayers, and the Bible tells us that we can pray about anything and everything, bringing our requests to Him. He hears us and He knows us. Kristy Graham talks with staff from across the ministry about how they have seen the faithfulness of God and witnessed prayers answered. We rejoice about what God has done in and through Samaritan’s Purse in 2024. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16370092 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Treasuring and Pondering God’s Word This Christmas Treasuring and Pondering God’s Word This Christmas In her Christmas devotion, Kristy Graham encourages listeners to take time this season to treasure and ponder God’s Word. Kristy shares what the Lord taught her recently and how God can use the same Scriptures to reveal something new in each season. She talks about how both Mary and Simeon’s faithfulness in Luke 2 is an encouragement to her, demonstrating unwavering trust in God’s plan. 

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]]> In her Christmas devotion, Kristy Graham encourages listeners to take time this season to treasure and ponder God’s Word. Kristy shares what the Lord taught her recently and how God can use the same Scriptures to reveal something new in each season. She talks about how both Mary and Simeon’s faithfulness in Luke 2 is an encouragement to her, demonstrating unwavering trust in God’s plan. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16310377 Fri, 27 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Seen, Known, and Loved Seen, Known, and Loved How have you felt loved and seen by God? When Veronica received a gift-filled Operation Christmas Child shoebox, the bitterness and anger she had built up inside faded away, and instead, God’s love filled her with joy. Later, Veronica shared about this sacrificial love that changed her heart by teaching The Greatest Journey and packing shoebox gifts for other children. Veronica’s life continues to send out ripples of Gospel influence that help many people learn that they are seen, known, and loved by God. 

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Learn more about Operation Christmas Child.
Build a Shoebox Online!
Watch “Every Box Matters” to learn more about Veronica’s story.
Listen to “How to Combat Compassion Fatigue and Burnout” to hear Jessica Zerkle, a licensed counselor, talk about how she addresses these topics in her own profession and as a follower of Christ.

 


]]> How have you felt loved and seen by God? When Veronica received a gift-filled Operation Christmas Child shoebox, the bitterness and anger she had built up inside faded away, and instead, God’s love filled her with joy. Later, Veronica shared about this sacrificial love that changed her heart by teaching The Greatest Journey and packing shoebox gifts for other children. Veronica’s life continues to send out ripples of Gospel influence that help many people learn that they are seen, known, and loved by God. 

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Learn more about Operation Christmas Child.
Build a Shoebox Online!
Watch “Every Box Matters” to learn more about Veronica’s story.
Listen to “How to Combat Compassion Fatigue and Burnout” to hear Jessica Zerkle, a licensed counselor, talk about how she addresses these topics in her own profession and as a follower of Christ.

 


]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16309415 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false How to Combat Compassion Fatigue and Burnout How to Combat Compassion Fatigue and Burnout God's power is made perfect in our weakness. We often try to do everything in our own strength, and we quickly get to the end of ourselves. Kristy Graham sat down with Jessica Zerkle, a licensed counselor, to talk about compassion fatigue, burnout, and how she addresses suffering in the world in her own profession and as a follower of Christ. 

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]]> God's power is made perfect in our weakness. We often try to do everything in our own strength, and we quickly get to the end of ourselves. Kristy Graham sat down with Jessica Zerkle, a licensed counselor, to talk about compassion fatigue, burnout, and how she addresses suffering in the world in her own profession and as a follower of Christ. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16268660 Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Packing Shoebox Gifts After Hurricane Helene Packing Shoebox Gifts After Hurricane Helene Kristy Graham recently visited Spruce Pine First Baptist Church, a North Carolina church hit hard by Hurricane Helene. Ever since the day after the storm, Pastor Rocky Branch and his congregation have been providing warm meals, housing, and relief supplies to people in their community. Despite the devastation and heartache, people within the church body are stepping up and packing Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes, looking beyond themselves and fixing their eyes on Jesus.

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]]> Kristy Graham recently visited Spruce Pine First Baptist Church, a North Carolina church hit hard by Hurricane Helene. Ever since the day after the storm, Pastor Rocky Branch and his congregation have been providing warm meals, housing, and relief supplies to people in their community. Despite the devastation and heartache, people within the church body are stepping up and packing Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes, looking beyond themselves and fixing their eyes on Jesus.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16228229 Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Turkeys for Thanksgiving Turkeys for Thanksgiving This Thanksgiving season, Samaritan’s Purse had the privilege of delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in a rural North Carolina town who were devasted by Hurricane Helene. Kristy Graham helped package these meals and sat down with Bev Kauffeldt, who managed the delivery, to hear more about how this project got started.  

 

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]]> This Thanksgiving season, Samaritan’s Purse had the privilege of delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in a rural North Carolina town who were devasted by Hurricane Helene. Kristy Graham helped package these meals and sat down with Bev Kauffeldt, who managed the delivery, to hear more about how this project got started.  

 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16185369 Thu, 28 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Reflecting the Heart of Christ This Season Reflecting the Heart of Christ This Season During the holiday season, things get really busy. It's easy to focus on all the things that we need to get done, and it is easy to lose sight of what is truly important. Chris Johnston, who serves on our donor ministries team, encourages listeners to fix their eyes on Jesus. Chris talks with Kristy about how we can use the Samaritan's Purse Christmas Catalog to share the Gospel around the world.

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]]> During the holiday season, things get really busy. It's easy to focus on all the things that we need to get done, and it is easy to lose sight of what is truly important. Chris Johnston, who serves on our donor ministries team, encourages listeners to fix their eyes on Jesus. Chris talks with Kristy about how we can use the Samaritan's Purse Christmas Catalog to share the Gospel around the world.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16153781 Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1560 full false Revival After Disaster Revival After Disaster When a storm hits in our lives, we always have a choice of how we react. Are we going to shut down and let fear paralyze us? Or, do we see the opportunity in it? This week, Kristy Graham shares how disasters often open the door for revival. Hear how the Church is stepping up in places like Brazil and Jamaica to share the Gospel with their neighbors in the wake of disasters. 

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]]> When a storm hits in our lives, we always have a choice of how we react. Are we going to shut down and let fear paralyze us? Or, do we see the opportunity in it? This week, Kristy Graham shares how disasters often open the door for revival. Hear how the Church is stepping up in places like Brazil and Jamaica to share the Gospel with their neighbors in the wake of disasters. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16107585 Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false God Can Use It God Can Use It Oftentimes, we don’t choose the path that the Lord has for us. We don’t choose hard circumstances, but God can use it. He can use everything in our lives—good and bad—for His glory. In honor of Veteran’s Day, Kristy Graham talks with Tim Lee, a Vietnam veteran, whose story of resiliency and trust is an example of this. 

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]]> Oftentimes, we don’t choose the path that the Lord has for us. We don’t choose hard circumstances, but God can use it. He can use everything in our lives—good and bad—for His glory. In honor of Veteran’s Day, Kristy Graham talks with Tim Lee, a Vietnam veteran, whose story of resiliency and trust is an example of this. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16064754 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1560 full false An Instrument for God’s Glory An Instrument for God’s Glory God had a purpose for Devon’s life, a plan he could have never imagined. At 12 years old, Devon received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. This simple gift made Devon feel seen and loved by God and changed the course of his life. Hear how Devon has been an instrument for God’s glory through every season—even through a hurricane. 

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]]> God had a purpose for Devon’s life, a plan he could have never imagined. At 12 years old, Devon received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. This simple gift made Devon feel seen and loved by God and changed the course of his life. Hear how Devon has been an instrument for God’s glory through every season—even through a hurricane. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-16025981 Fri, 01 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1559 full false Beauty From Ashes: Hurricane Helene Beauty From Ashes: Hurricane Helene This week, Kristy Graham highlights an invaluable aspect of ministry in the Hurricane Helene response: the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Rapid Response Team Chaplains. Josh Holland, the international director of this team, talks about what it is like ministering to someone in their toughest moment. Hear stories from Josh’s time serving in the Asheville area and Scripture that uplifts him through heartache.

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]]> This week, Kristy Graham highlights an invaluable aspect of ministry in the Hurricane Helene response: the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Rapid Response Team Chaplains. Josh Holland, the international director of this team, talks about what it is like ministering to someone in their toughest moment. Hear stories from Josh’s time serving in the Asheville area and Scripture that uplifts him through heartache.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15984794 Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1560 helene full false God’s Love Showed Up: Hurricane Helene God’s Love Showed Up: Hurricane Helene Flood waters from Hurricane Helene rushed through the Roten family’s property, but they trusted in the Lord. Even after the water receded and losing almost everything, they can clearly see God's faithfulness. Hear this story from Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions and be encouraged amid the storms going on in your life.

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]]> Flood waters from Hurricane Helene rushed through the Roten family’s property, but they trusted in the Lord. Even after the water receded and losing almost everything, they can clearly see God's faithfulness. Hear this story from Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions and be encouraged amid the storms going on in your life.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15944945 Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1560 helene full false Hope in Heartache: Hurricane Helene Hope in Heartache: Hurricane Helene When Hurricane Helene devastated communities throughout the Southeast, thousands of volunteers stepped up to serve in Jesus’ Name. Kristy Graham talked with Samaritan’s Purse staff from North American Ministries and International Projects about the uniqueness of the response and how in this seemingly hopeless situation, God gives a peace that cannot be shaken. Samaritan’s Purse is a beacon in a difficult time, pointing those hurting to the hope of the Gospel.

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]]> When Hurricane Helene devastated communities throughout the Southeast, thousands of volunteers stepped up to serve in Jesus’ Name. Kristy Graham talked with Samaritan’s Purse staff from North American Ministries and International Projects about the uniqueness of the response and how in this seemingly hopeless situation, God gives a peace that cannot be shaken. Samaritan’s Purse is a beacon in a difficult time, pointing those hurting to the hope of the Gospel.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15903361 Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1559 helene full false Opening Doors in Israel and Gaza Opening Doors in Israel and Gaza God is miraculously opening doors for Samaritan’s Purse to respond in both Israel and Gaza. Bev Kauffeldt and John Silkman, who are helping lead this response, share about what the Lord is teaching them personally and about our partners on the ground. One year after Hamas attacked Israel and the war began, God is equipping Samaritan’s Purse to give hope to the hopeless. 

 


]]> God is miraculously opening doors for Samaritan’s Purse to respond in both Israel and Gaza. Bev Kauffeldt and John Silkman, who are helping lead this response, share about what the Lord is teaching them personally and about our partners on the ground. One year after Hamas attacked Israel and the war began, God is equipping Samaritan’s Purse to give hope to the hopeless. 

 


]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15868443 Fri, 04 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1559 full false Surrendering Control to God Surrendering Control to God Relinquishing control is hard, but God is sovereign. Dave Philips, a deputy director for international projects at Samaritan’s Purse, shares how we can witness suffering firsthand, and choose to surrender it to the Lord—trusting Him with everything. Hear powerful Scripture that Dave clung to during his recent trip to Sudan.

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]]> Relinquishing control is hard, but God is sovereign. Dave Philips, a deputy director for international projects at Samaritan’s Purse, shares how we can witness suffering firsthand, and choose to surrender it to the Lord—trusting Him with everything. Hear powerful Scripture that Dave clung to during his recent trip to Sudan.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15821559 Fri, 27 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false Fighting Spiritual Battles: Human Trafficking in Berlin Fighting Spiritual Battles: Human Trafficking in Berlin In the red light district of Berlin, thousands of women are trapped in prostitution. Oftentimes, these women feel dirty and unworthy of love. Alabaster Jar volunteers and staff come alongside these women to show them they are daughters deeply cherished by God. Marina and Mariana, who lead Alabaster Jar for Samaritan’s Purse Germany, talked with Kristy about the power of prayer and what it’s like to witness God transforming hearts amid such deep spiritual darkness.

 


]]> In the red light district of Berlin, thousands of women are trapped in prostitution. Oftentimes, these women feel dirty and unworthy of love. Alabaster Jar volunteers and staff come alongside these women to show them they are daughters deeply cherished by God. Marina and Mariana, who lead Alabaster Jar for Samaritan’s Purse Germany, talked with Kristy about the power of prayer and what it’s like to witness God transforming hearts amid such deep spiritual darkness.

 


]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15782498 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1514 full false Finding Treasure in the Field Finding Treasure in the Field Disasters are not a distraction from ministry, they are opportunities for ministry. Kristy Graham sat down with Jeremy Zerkle from North American Ministries, who shared Scripture and stories from the field, where he has seen the Church step up amid devastating disasters across the U.S.

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]]> Disasters are not a distraction from ministry, they are opportunities for ministry. Kristy Graham sat down with Jeremy Zerkle from North American Ministries, who shared Scripture and stories from the field, where he has seen the Church step up amid devastating disasters across the U.S.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15741138 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1503 full false A Hope and a Future A Hope and a Future College students from Ukraine now have the opportunity to receive a Christ-centered education at North Carolina’s Montreat College through Samaritan’s Purse. Hear from Dr. Paul Maurer, the president of Montreat College, about how the Lord has directed this partnership as well as some of these Ukrainian students about what this opportunity has meant to them and how God is working in their lives.

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]]> College students from Ukraine now have the opportunity to receive a Christ-centered education at North Carolina’s Montreat College through Samaritan’s Purse. Hear from Dr. Paul Maurer, the president of Montreat College, about how the Lord has directed this partnership as well as some of these Ukrainian students about what this opportunity has meant to them and how God is working in their lives.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15662804 Fri, 30 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1578 full false Before They’re Broken: Human Trafficking Prevention Before They’re Broken: Human Trafficking Prevention Barry Jessen, the country director for Samaritan’s Purse in Cambodia, talked with Kristy Graham about how the Lord led him and his family to Cambodia over a decade ago. Barry shared what it has been like to see people break free from physical and spiritual bondage through anti human trafficking and safe migration programming. 

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]]> Barry Jessen, the country director for Samaritan’s Purse in Cambodia, talked with Kristy Graham about how the Lord led him and his family to Cambodia over a decade ago. Barry shared what it has been like to see people break free from physical and spiritual bondage through anti human trafficking and safe migration programming. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15623644 Fri, 23 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1549 full false Faithfully Ministering to the Next Generation in Peru Faithfully Ministering to the Next Generation in Peru Travel with Kristy Graham to Lima, Peru, where you will hear what it was like to witness Operation Christmas Child outreach events and a graduation ceremony for The Greatest Journey. Many kids received shoebox gifts, but most importantly, they heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You will also hear directly from the hearts of pastors and Operation Christmas Child partners who are working diligently to equip the next generation by sharing the hope of Christ. 

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]]> Travel with Kristy Graham to Lima, Peru, where you will hear what it was like to witness Operation Christmas Child outreach events and a graduation ceremony for The Greatest Journey. Many kids received shoebox gifts, but most importantly, they heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You will also hear directly from the hearts of pastors and Operation Christmas Child partners who are working diligently to equip the next generation by sharing the hope of Christ. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15589379 Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1450 full false Step Out in Faith Step Out in Faith Holly Silkman talks with Kristy Graham about a new project in Israel that will impact people physically, mentally, and spiritually: an equine therapy center. Hear how the Lord opened the doors for this incredible leap of faith and what her prayer is for this program.

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]]> Holly Silkman talks with Kristy Graham about a new project in Israel that will impact people physically, mentally, and spiritually: an equine therapy center. Hear how the Lord opened the doors for this incredible leap of faith and what her prayer is for this program.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15551537 Fri, 09 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1564 full false Spreading Hope on the Island of Carriacou Spreading Hope on the Island of Carriacou This week, hear directly from residents of Carriacou, who are picking up the pieces after the devastation of Hurricane Beryl. Kaitlyn Josten was on the ground from the beginning of the response. She spoke with beneficiaries, pastors, and Samaritan’s Purse partners about how they are finding hope in the heartache.

 

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]]> This week, hear directly from residents of Carriacou, who are picking up the pieces after the devastation of Hurricane Beryl. Kaitlyn Josten was on the ground from the beginning of the response. She spoke with beneficiaries, pastors, and Samaritan’s Purse partners about how they are finding hope in the heartache.

 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15516360 Fri, 02 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1565 full false Bearing Each Other's Burdens: Liberia Ebola Response Part 2 Bearing Each Other's Burdens: Liberia Ebola Response Part 2 When they didn’t feel like they could take another step, the Samaritan’s Purse team fighting Ebola in Liberia encouraged each other with Scripture. The verses they shared suddenly became a lifeline even though they had heard them countless times over the years. Kristy Graham talked with John Freyler and Dr. Lance Plyler about how they were able to lift each other up and bear one another’s burdens through the trials that took place a decade ago. 

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]]> When they didn’t feel like they could take another step, the Samaritan’s Purse team fighting Ebola in Liberia encouraged each other with Scripture. The verses they shared suddenly became a lifeline even though they had heard them countless times over the years. Kristy Graham talked with John Freyler and Dr. Lance Plyler about how they were able to lift each other up and bear one another’s burdens through the trials that took place a decade ago. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15473596 Fri, 26 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1574 full false Remembering the Liberia Ebola Response: 10 Years Later Remembering the Liberia Ebola Response: 10 Years Later Ten years ago, Samaritan’s Purse responded to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia. Kristy Graham spoke with our staff who were on the ground from the beginning about their experiences fighting the deadly disease and the suffering they witnessed daily. Hear from the hearts of our team members about how they witnessed God’s faithfulness even as they walked through the deepest valley and how they learned to fully rely on the Lord through it all. 

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]]> Ten years ago, Samaritan’s Purse responded to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia. Kristy Graham spoke with our staff who were on the ground from the beginning about their experiences fighting the deadly disease and the suffering they witnessed daily. Hear from the hearts of our team members about how they witnessed God’s faithfulness even as they walked through the deepest valley and how they learned to fully rely on the Lord through it all. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15436703 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1539 full false Goodness of God: Hurricane Beryl Response Goodness of God: Hurricane Beryl Response Hurricane Beryl roared through the Caribbean, leaving total destruction in its wake. On Grenada’s Carriacou Island, nearly all structures were destroyed. Less than 24 hours after the storm hit, Samaritan’s Purse began serving those in desperate need of help and hope. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear from Kaitlyn Josten, who joined the first wave of responders, about what it was like to partner with the local church in Grenada. Also, you will hear from Operation Christmas Child and North American Ministries about their roles in the response.

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]]> Hurricane Beryl roared through the Caribbean, leaving total destruction in its wake. On Grenada’s Carriacou Island, nearly all structures were destroyed. Less than 24 hours after the storm hit, Samaritan’s Purse began serving those in desperate need of help and hope. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear from Kaitlyn Josten, who joined the first wave of responders, about what it was like to partner with the local church in Grenada. Also, you will hear from Operation Christmas Child and North American Ministries about their roles in the response.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15398621 Fri, 12 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1578 july-24-newsletter full false The Next Generation of Volunteers: U.S. Disaster Relief The Next Generation of Volunteers: U.S. Disaster Relief Volunteers are the lifeblood of Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief, and the next generation is here to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ when homeowners are at their lowest. In this week’s episode, Bruce Poss with North American Ministries shared how he has seen God’s faithfulness through this next generation of servant leaders. Kristy Graham also spoke with two young volunteers about their recent experiences serving in Arkansas and Florida.

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Come serve with us!
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/nam/#volunteer-now 

Learn how God can bring comfort in the wake of a storm.
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/knowing-god/

Listen to “Suffering Well: Pastor Skip Heitzig” to hear how Pastor Skip came to know Christ through a Billy Graham sermon and what it has been like to travel the world with Franklin Graham.
https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/podcast/suffering-well-pastor-skip-heitzig 

]]> Volunteers are the lifeblood of Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief, and the next generation is here to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ when homeowners are at their lowest. In this week’s episode, Bruce Poss with North American Ministries shared how he has seen God’s faithfulness through this next generation of servant leaders. Kristy Graham also spoke with two young volunteers about their recent experiences serving in Arkansas and Florida.

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Come serve with us!
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/nam/#volunteer-now 

Learn how God can bring comfort in the wake of a storm.
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/knowing-god/

Listen to “Suffering Well: Pastor Skip Heitzig” to hear how Pastor Skip came to know Christ through a Billy Graham sermon and what it has been like to travel the world with Franklin Graham.
https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/podcast/suffering-well-pastor-skip-heitzig 

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15358432 Fri, 05 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1580 july-24-newsletter full false Suffering Well: Pastor Skip Heitzig Suffering Well: Pastor Skip Heitzig Kristy Graham talks with Pastor Skip Heitzig, who pastors Calvary Church in Albuquerque and serves on the board of directors of Samaritan’s Purse. Pastor Skip shares how he came to know Christ through a Billy Graham sermon and talks about what it has been like to travel the world with Franklin Graham, witnessing Samaritan’s Purse projects in action. You will also hear how we can persevere amid suffering through a Biblical lens.

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]]> Kristy Graham talks with Pastor Skip Heitzig, who pastors Calvary Church in Albuquerque and serves on the board of directors of Samaritan’s Purse. Pastor Skip shares how he came to know Christ through a Billy Graham sermon and talks about what it has been like to travel the world with Franklin Graham, witnessing Samaritan’s Purse projects in action. You will also hear how we can persevere amid suffering through a Biblical lens.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15284098 Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1514 full false An Anchor of Hope: Brazil Flood Response An Anchor of Hope: Brazil Flood Response In response to major flooding across southern Brazil last month, Samaritan's Purse sent a Disaster Assistance Response Team to help in Jesus’ Name. Hear stories from Leslie Klein, a member of our Disaster Assistance Response Team, and testimonies from pastors on the ground, who have witnessed the body of Christ come together in the wake of this tragedy. 

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]]> In response to major flooding across southern Brazil last month, Samaritan's Purse sent a Disaster Assistance Response Team to help in Jesus’ Name. Hear stories from Leslie Klein, a member of our Disaster Assistance Response Team, and testimonies from pastors on the ground, who have witnessed the body of Christ come together in the wake of this tragedy. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15244031 Fri, 14 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1579 full false Leading in Humble Confidence: Israel Leading in Humble Confidence: Israel John Silkman, the country coordinator for Samaritan’s Purse in Israel, spoke with Kristy Graham about how he strives to walk in humble confidence and reliance on the Lord as he leads in a complex, tense region of the world. John shared what he is seeing on the ground in Israel and how Samaritan’s Purse programs build bridges in communities, providing hope to those hurting.

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]]> John Silkman, the country coordinator for Samaritan’s Purse in Israel, spoke with Kristy Graham about how he strives to walk in humble confidence and reliance on the Lord as he leads in a complex, tense region of the world. John shared what he is seeing on the ground in Israel and how Samaritan’s Purse programs build bridges in communities, providing hope to those hurting.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15163319 Fri, 31 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1578 full false One Week in Alaska One Week in Alaska For 17 weeks every summer, military veterans and their spouses are invited to Operation Heal Our Patriots for a week-long marriage retreat. Kristy Graham takes listeners behind-the-scenes to experience what these military couples do day by day, immersing them in what life is like at Samaritan Lodge Alaska. Hear how the Lord transforms marriages through Biblically based marriage classes, excursions in the beautiful Alaskan wilderness, and intentional conversations with chaplains, staff, and volunteers.

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]]> For 17 weeks every summer, military veterans and their spouses are invited to Operation Heal Our Patriots for a week-long marriage retreat. Kristy Graham takes listeners behind-the-scenes to experience what these military couples do day by day, immersing them in what life is like at Samaritan Lodge Alaska. Hear how the Lord transforms marriages through Biblically based marriage classes, excursions in the beautiful Alaskan wilderness, and intentional conversations with chaplains, staff, and volunteers.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15124195 Fri, 24 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1574 full false Our Ultimate Healer Our Ultimate Healer God is our ultimate healer—He can heal physically and,  more importantly, spiritually. Samaritan's Purse medical staff and volunteers treat people’s physical conditions, and they also share the love of Christ. Hear from members of our medical staff who have led teams providing cleft lip and cataract surgeries in remote corners of the world, served in mission hospitals, and been a part of Disaster Assistance Response Teams. Learn more about how they have been able to meet physical and spiritual needs around the world. 

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]]> God is our ultimate healer—He can heal physically and,  more importantly, spiritually. Samaritan's Purse medical staff and volunteers treat people’s physical conditions, and they also share the love of Christ. Hear from members of our medical staff who have led teams providing cleft lip and cataract surgeries in remote corners of the world, served in mission hospitals, and been a part of Disaster Assistance Response Teams. Learn more about how they have been able to meet physical and spiritual needs around the world. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-15080074 Fri, 17 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1570 full false The Greatest Love The Greatest Love Parenting is a challenge, and when faced with a crumbling economy and healthcare system, expecting mothers in Venezuela felt helpless. A Samaritan’s Purse maternal-child health clinic near the Colombia-Venezuela border provides much-needed medical attention for moms and babies. While at the clinic, these families are cared for by doctors and chaplains, and are told about the greatest love that exists: Jesus Christ. One of our podcast correspondents, Kaitlyn, traveled to Colombia to speak with families about how these monthly appointments have changed their lives. 

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]]> Parenting is a challenge, and when faced with a crumbling economy and healthcare system, expecting mothers in Venezuela felt helpless. A Samaritan’s Purse maternal-child health clinic near the Colombia-Venezuela border provides much-needed medical attention for moms and babies. While at the clinic, these families are cared for by doctors and chaplains, and are told about the greatest love that exists: Jesus Christ. One of our podcast correspondents, Kaitlyn, traveled to Colombia to speak with families about how these monthly appointments have changed their lives. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14998464 Fri, 03 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1580 full false Jesus Pursues You Jesus Pursues You Dr. Ed Carns has served in the far corners of the world with Samaritan’s Purse both with World Medical Mission and the Disaster Assistance Response Team. He shares his testimony of how God used people in his life to point him to Christ and encourage him in his faith. The stories he shares with Kristy Graham demonstrate how God pursues each person individually. 

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]]> Dr. Ed Carns has served in the far corners of the world with Samaritan’s Purse both with World Medical Mission and the Disaster Assistance Response Team. He shares his testimony of how God used people in his life to point him to Christ and encourage him in his faith. The stories he shares with Kristy Graham demonstrate how God pursues each person individually. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14954911 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1466 full false Building Resiliency in Christ Building Resiliency in Christ Bev Kauffeldt has served with Samaritan’s Purse around the world for more than two decades. Her life experience internationally coupled with her own testimony and cancer diagnosis have taught her to rely on God for strength daily. Bev candidly shares about failure and how it has taught her to rely on Christ.

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Find out more about the Samaritan’s Purse Apprenticeship Program that Bev Kauffeldt leads.
Learn more about God’s love and how you can accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior.
Listen to Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word, an encouraging episode about how the Bible can help lift our eyes beyond our current situation and towards our eternal hope in Jesus Christ.

]]> Bev Kauffeldt has served with Samaritan’s Purse around the world for more than two decades. Her life experience internationally coupled with her own testimony and cancer diagnosis have taught her to rely on God for strength daily. Bev candidly shares about failure and how it has taught her to rely on Christ.

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Find out more about the Samaritan’s Purse Apprenticeship Program that Bev Kauffeldt leads.
Learn more about God’s love and how you can accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior.
Listen to Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word, an encouraging episode about how the Bible can help lift our eyes beyond our current situation and towards our eternal hope in Jesus Christ.

]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14913808 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1542 full false Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word Scripture is alive and active, and no matter the circumstances we face in life, God’s Word can help lift our eyes beyond our current situation and towards our eternal hope in Jesus Christ. This week, we are taking you behind the scenes to Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions where Randy Bishop talks about the history of the English Bible and how important it is that we not only read God’s Word, but crave it daily. Hear Kristy Graham and other members of the podcast team share Scripture that has impacted them in their walk with the Lord.

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For further study, below are sources that Randy Bishop used in his devotion: 

1.  Filling Up the Afflictions of Christ
The Cost of Bringing the Gospel to the Nations in the Lives of William Tyndale, Adoniram Judson, and John Paton

The Swans Are Not Silent, Book Five

By John Piper, Crossway, 2009

 

2. The Legacy of the King James Bible
Celebrating 400 Year of the Most Influential English Translation

By Leland Ryken, Crossway, 2011

 

3. The Origin of the Bible

By various authors including F.F. Bruce, J.I. Packer, Philip Comfort, and Carl F. H. HenryTyndale House Publishers, 2012

 


 


]]> Scripture is alive and active, and no matter the circumstances we face in life, God’s Word can help lift our eyes beyond our current situation and towards our eternal hope in Jesus Christ. This week, we are taking you behind the scenes to Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions where Randy Bishop talks about the history of the English Bible and how important it is that we not only read God’s Word, but crave it daily. Hear Kristy Graham and other members of the podcast team share Scripture that has impacted them in their walk with the Lord.

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For further study, below are sources that Randy Bishop used in his devotion: 

1.  Filling Up the Afflictions of Christ
The Cost of Bringing the Gospel to the Nations in the Lives of William Tyndale, Adoniram Judson, and John Paton

The Swans Are Not Silent, Book Five

By John Piper, Crossway, 2009

 

2. The Legacy of the King James Bible
Celebrating 400 Year of the Most Influential English Translation

By Leland Ryken, Crossway, 2011

 

3. The Origin of the Bible

By various authors including F.F. Bruce, J.I. Packer, Philip Comfort, and Carl F. H. HenryTyndale House Publishers, 2012

 


 


]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14872327 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1575 full false Hope Is Where the Healing Starts Hope Is Where the Healing Starts God is our hope and our ever-present help in trouble, but there are times when our circumstances seem impossible. For some families in countries with minimal health resources, their children suffer from an untreatable condition: a heart defect. This is where Children’s Heart Project steps in to provide life-changing heart surgery, and God works in their lives to bring hope in a seemingly impossible situation. Kristy Graham talked with Sheena, a program manager for Children's Heart Project in Uganda, who shared her own story of healing. Additionally, our podcast correspondent, Stephen, traveled to Uganda to join Sheena’s team as they met with families and conducted screenings to identify children who are eligible for surgery this year. 

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]]> God is our hope and our ever-present help in trouble, but there are times when our circumstances seem impossible. For some families in countries with minimal health resources, their children suffer from an untreatable condition: a heart defect. This is where Children’s Heart Project steps in to provide life-changing heart surgery, and God works in their lives to bring hope in a seemingly impossible situation. Kristy Graham talked with Sheena, a program manager for Children's Heart Project in Uganda, who shared her own story of healing. Additionally, our podcast correspondent, Stephen, traveled to Uganda to join Sheena’s team as they met with families and conducted screenings to identify children who are eligible for surgery this year. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14787958 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1558 full false The Heart of a Country Director The Heart of a Country Director Country directors play a key role in leading and carrying out the mission of Samaritan’s Purse in our 15 country offices around the world. They work to ensure the passion for the Gospel stays at the forefront of everything their office engages in—from preventing human trafficking to providing clean water. Kristy Graham spoke to Edward Densham, the senior director of international projects, about what it is like to serve alongside country directors. Hear stories directly from some of these men and women about the impact of programming in their countries.

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]]> Country directors play a key role in leading and carrying out the mission of Samaritan’s Purse in our 15 country offices around the world. They work to ensure the passion for the Gospel stays at the forefront of everything their office engages in—from preventing human trafficking to providing clean water. Kristy Graham spoke to Edward Densham, the senior director of international projects, about what it is like to serve alongside country directors. Hear stories directly from some of these men and women about the impact of programming in their countries.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14739237 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1573 full false The Transforming Power of the Gospel: Operation Heal Our Patriots The Transforming Power of the Gospel: Operation Heal Our Patriots Operation Heal Our Patriots transforms lives and gives veterans and their spouses hope in Jesus Christ. This week-long marriage retreat in Alaska provides military couples with Biblical training and Godly counsel, but the ministry does not stop there—Operation Heal Our Patriots walks with these couples for life. Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, witnessed many military couples surrender their lives to Christ at the recent Operation Heal Our Patriots reunion. After, Matt and Kayla Tucker shared how the Lord healed their hearts and restored their marriage last summer in Alaska. We also take listeners to the Operation Heal Our Patriots reunion to hear from Tim Lee, a veteran who served in the Vietnam War, and Kristy’s husband, Edward Graham.

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]]> Operation Heal Our Patriots transforms lives and gives veterans and their spouses hope in Jesus Christ. This week-long marriage retreat in Alaska provides military couples with Biblical training and Godly counsel, but the ministry does not stop there—Operation Heal Our Patriots walks with these couples for life. Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, witnessed many military couples surrender their lives to Christ at the recent Operation Heal Our Patriots reunion. After, Matt and Kayla Tucker shared how the Lord healed their hearts and restored their marriage last summer in Alaska. We also take listeners to the Operation Heal Our Patriots reunion to hear from Tim Lee, a veteran who served in the Vietnam War, and Kristy’s husband, Edward Graham.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14691432 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1579 full false Helping Vulnerable Women Feel Seen and Loved Helping Vulnerable Women Feel Seen and Loved Samaritan’s Purse protection programing around the world helps vulnerable women and girls experience God’s love in tangible ways by creating safer communities built on the foundation of Christ. Kristy Graham talked to Monica Napier, the global protection technical advisor, about her passion for this important work and her recent trip to Niger. Kristy also spoke with Hanna Mukora, a protection program manager, who works on the ground in the Democratic Republic of the Congo where we provide women with a safe space to share about their trauma and engage in vocational training. 

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]]> Samaritan’s Purse protection programing around the world helps vulnerable women and girls experience God’s love in tangible ways by creating safer communities built on the foundation of Christ. Kristy Graham talked to Monica Napier, the global protection technical advisor, about her passion for this important work and her recent trip to Niger. Kristy also spoke with Hanna Mukora, a protection program manager, who works on the ground in the Democratic Republic of the Congo where we provide women with a safe space to share about their trauma and engage in vocational training. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14646052 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1574 full false Serving as a Spouse in Ministry Serving as a Spouse in Ministry Joy Dagher is a devoted wife, mother, and ambassador for Christ, who has chosen to cling to the promises of God in all circumstances. Joy and her husband, Sami Dagher, who was featured in our last episode, have spent their lives sharing the Good News in dangerous places while also raising a family. Kristy Graham asked Joy about her life as a spouse in ministry, and how she has trusted in the Lord to sustain her through uncertain times. 

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]]> Joy Dagher is a devoted wife, mother, and ambassador for Christ, who has chosen to cling to the promises of God in all circumstances. Joy and her husband, Sami Dagher, who was featured in our last episode, have spent their lives sharing the Good News in dangerous places while also raising a family. Kristy Graham asked Joy about her life as a spouse in ministry, and how she has trusted in the Lord to sustain her through uncertain times. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14604180 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1488 full false Ministering in the Hard Places Ministering in the Hard Places Pastor Sami Dagher has served the Lord for decades in hard places that are not open to the Gospel. On a recent visit to international headquarters, Kristy Graham asked Sami about his work in ministry, topics like prayer and discipleship, and how the Lord brought about his life verse. Sami is full of wisdom and, though his life has not been easy, he has taken his experiences and used them for good—ultimately, for the glory of God. 

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]]> Pastor Sami Dagher has served the Lord for decades in hard places that are not open to the Gospel. On a recent visit to international headquarters, Kristy Graham asked Sami about his work in ministry, topics like prayer and discipleship, and how the Lord brought about his life verse. Sami is full of wisdom and, though his life has not been easy, he has taken his experiences and used them for good—ultimately, for the glory of God. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14509499 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1499 full false From Emergency Detour to Miracle Story From Emergency Detour to Miracle Story Francis, a young boy born with a heart defect, was in desperate need of surgery. When Children's Heart Project approved Francis to receive this life-saving procedure at a partner hospital in the Cayman Islands, it was a burden lifted. Francis and the team were en route to the hospital until the plans changed abruptly—there was an emergency during the flight. Over the next 102 days, God worked, not only through Francis, but in the lives of his parents and his entire community in Uganda.


]]> Francis, a young boy born with a heart defect, was in desperate need of surgery. When Children's Heart Project approved Francis to receive this life-saving procedure at a partner hospital in the Cayman Islands, it was a burden lifted. Francis and the team were en route to the hospital until the plans changed abruptly—there was an emergency during the flight. Over the next 102 days, God worked, not only through Francis, but in the lives of his parents and his entire community in Uganda.


]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14465763 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1561 full false Franklin Graham Dedicates Ambulances in Israel Franklin Graham Dedicates Ambulances in Israel Description: Franklin Graham, president of Samaritan’s Purse, joined hundreds of Israeli citizens last week to dedicate 14 new ambulances to Israel’s emergency services agency, Magen David Adom. Each ambulance was given in memory of fallen medics who lost their lives due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. While on the ground, our podcast correspondent, Stephen, spoke with partners and those we are helping.

 

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]]> Description: Franklin Graham, president of Samaritan’s Purse, joined hundreds of Israeli citizens last week to dedicate 14 new ambulances to Israel’s emergency services agency, Magen David Adom. Each ambulance was given in memory of fallen medics who lost their lives due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. While on the ground, our podcast correspondent, Stephen, spoke with partners and those we are helping.

 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14422428 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1506 full false Beyond the Headlines: God Sees Beyond the Headlines: God Sees The news moves on quickly to the next headline, but God doesn't—He sees the pain and the hurt caused by natural and manmade disasters. Even in the most remote corners of the world or storms that only affect one person, God sees all of our needs. The disasters we cover today aren’t headline news, but they are responses in which God has given Samaritan’s Purse the opportunity to respond. This week, hear stories from leaders and others on the ground serving and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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]]> The news moves on quickly to the next headline, but God doesn't—He sees the pain and the hurt caused by natural and manmade disasters. Even in the most remote corners of the world or storms that only affect one person, God sees all of our needs. The disasters we cover today aren’t headline news, but they are responses in which God has given Samaritan’s Purse the opportunity to respond. This week, hear stories from leaders and others on the ground serving and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14378160 Fri, 26 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1519 full false God’s Providential Hand: A Conversation with Jim Dailey God’s Providential Hand: A Conversation with Jim Dailey Jim Dailey, vice president of communications at Samaritan’s Purse, spoke with Kristy Graham about how he has witnessed God’s sovereign, providential hand throughout his 25 years of working in the ministry. Jim shared about perseverance in times of trial, and what it has been like taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth. 

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]]> Jim Dailey, vice president of communications at Samaritan’s Purse, spoke with Kristy Graham about how he has witnessed God’s sovereign, providential hand throughout his 25 years of working in the ministry. Jim shared about perseverance in times of trial, and what it has been like taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth. 

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14333359 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1580 full false Franklin Graham: God’s Faithfulness in 2023 Franklin Graham: God’s Faithfulness in 2023 Kristy Graham sat down with her father-in-law and Samaritan’s Purse president, Franklin Graham, who shared what he saw the Lord do in 2023. Franklin talked about where the organization responded around the world and how he saw God’s faithfulness in the midst of seemingly hopeless conflicts and disasters. Hear directly from Franklin’s heart about what stood out to him last year while also looking to what’s ahead in 2024.

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]]> Kristy Graham sat down with her father-in-law and Samaritan’s Purse president, Franklin Graham, who shared what he saw the Lord do in 2023. Franklin talked about where the organization responded around the world and how he saw God’s faithfulness in the midst of seemingly hopeless conflicts and disasters. Hear directly from Franklin’s heart about what stood out to him last year while also looking to what’s ahead in 2024.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14280827 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1499 full false Listen Again: Abiding in Christ Listen Again: Abiding in Christ Steve Nickel, vice president of Donor Ministries at Samaritan’s Purse, sits down with Kristy Graham to share his heart for the Lord and how he has been blessed through interacting with faithful supporters of the ministry. Steve talks about how he followed God’s call to come to Samaritan’s Purse and what it looks like to abide in Christ daily.

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]]> Steve Nickel, vice president of Donor Ministries at Samaritan’s Purse, sits down with Kristy Graham to share his heart for the Lord and how he has been blessed through interacting with faithful supporters of the ministry. Steve talks about how he followed God’s call to come to Samaritan’s Purse and what it looks like to abide in Christ daily.

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]]> On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14247151 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1579 full false Appalachian State Mountaineers Send Christmas Joy Worldwide Appalachian State Mountaineers Send Christmas Joy Worldwide
  • Watch this video about the Appalachian State University football packing party.
  • It’s not too late to build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online.
  • Learn more about how you can host your own packing party in 2024.
  • Listen to Banding Together as the Body of Christ: Hurricane Otis to hear how Samaritan’s Purse is providing physical and spiritual relief to those hurting in Acapulco.

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  • Watch this video about the Appalachian State University football packing party.
  • It’s not too late to build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online.
  • Learn more about how you can host your own packing party in 2024.
  • Listen to Banding Together as the Body of Christ: Hurricane Otis to hear how Samaritan’s Purse is providing physical and spiritual relief to those hurting in Acapulco.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14214094 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 813 full false     A Christmas Devotion from Kristy Graham A Christmas Devotion from Kristy Graham With the Christmas season upon us, we look back with thanksgiving to the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. While reading Luke 1, Kristy Graham was convicted by the faithful example Mary set when the angel appeared before her and said she would give birth to the Son of God. In this Christmas devotion, Kristy discusses four character qualities Mary possessed that we can learn from: submission, fellowship, suffering, and praise.

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    ]]>     With the Christmas season upon us, we look back with thanksgiving to the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. While reading Luke 1, Kristy Graham was convicted by the faithful example Mary set when the angel appeared before her and said she would give birth to the Son of God. In this Christmas devotion, Kristy discusses four character qualities Mary possessed that we can learn from: submission, fellowship, suffering, and praise.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14187908 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1507 full false     Banding Together as the Body of Christ: Hurricane Otis Banding Together as the Body of Christ: Hurricane Otis When a Category 5 hurricane ravaged the coastal city of Acapulco, Mexico, in October, tens of thousands of people were devastated. They felt hopeless. Four Samaritan’s Purse departments—North American Ministries, International Projects, Hispanic Initiatives, and Operation Christmas Child—as well as the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association all joined together to provide physical and spiritual relief to those who are hurting in Acapulco. 

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    ]]>     When a Category 5 hurricane ravaged the coastal city of Acapulco, Mexico, in October, tens of thousands of people were devastated. They felt hopeless. Four Samaritan’s Purse departments—North American Ministries, International Projects, Hispanic Initiatives, and Operation Christmas Child—as well as the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association all joined together to provide physical and spiritual relief to those who are hurting in Acapulco. 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14148436 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1458 full false     Both Sides of a Shoebox Gift Both Sides of a Shoebox Gift Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes will soon be sent out to the nations, giving millions of children the opportunity to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This week, we are covering the impact on both sides of the shoebox—from the generous packers to the children who receive them. Dania, who grew up in the Middle East and received a shoebox gift as a child, shares how this simple gift gave her hope. After Dania’s story, Kristy Graham takes listeners to the processing center in Boone, North Carolina where she asked volunteers why they pack shoeboxes.

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    ]]>     Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes will soon be sent out to the nations, giving millions of children the opportunity to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This week, we are covering the impact on both sides of the shoebox—from the generous packers to the children who receive them. Dania, who grew up in the Middle East and received a shoebox gift as a child, shares how this simple gift gave her hope. After Dania’s story, Kristy Graham takes listeners to the processing center in Boone, North Carolina where she asked volunteers why they pack shoeboxes.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14107563 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1458 full false     First Responders in Israel: The Morning of October 7 First Responders in Israel: The Morning of October 7 Kristy Graham talked to two first responders who were serving on the ground when Hamas attacked Israel on October 7. Hadass and Uri, workers for Magen David Adom, an emergency medical service for Israel, shared how they saw God’s hand at work even in the midst of great tragedy.

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    ]]>     Kristy Graham talked to two first responders who were serving on the ground when Hamas attacked Israel on October 7. Hadass and Uri, workers for Magen David Adom, an emergency medical service for Israel, shared how they saw God’s hand at work even in the midst of great tragedy.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14064827 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1489 full false     Answered Prayers 2023 Answered Prayers 2023 God is so good, and He hears our prayers—big or small. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what we are grateful for and the ways the Lord has answered our prayers. Sometimes He gives us what we want, but oftentimes, He gives us what we need in His timing. In this week’s episode, hear numerous stories of answered prayers from across Samaritan’s Purse in 2023.

    ]]>     God is so good, and He hears our prayers—big or small. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what we are grateful for and the ways the Lord has answered our prayers. Sometimes He gives us what we want, but oftentimes, He gives us what we need in His timing. In this week’s episode, hear numerous stories of answered prayers from across Samaritan’s Purse in 2023.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-14020211 Fri, 24 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1474 full false     Franklin Graham: A Christmas Catalog of Opportunities Franklin Graham: A Christmas Catalog of Opportunities Kristy Graham sat down with her father-in-law, Samaritan’s Purse President Franklin Graham, to hear his thoughts on ways to give this season through the Christmas catalog. From providing a family with a milk cow to building a well for a community, there are numerous ways to bless people all around the world this Christmas and share the Gospel.

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    ]]>     Kristy Graham sat down with her father-in-law, Samaritan’s Purse President Franklin Graham, to hear his thoughts on ways to give this season through the Christmas catalog. From providing a family with a milk cow to building a well for a community, there are numerous ways to bless people all around the world this Christmas and share the Gospel.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13984787 Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1540 full false     Veteran’s Day: More Than Just a Statistic Veteran’s Day: More Than Just a Statistic Samaritan’s Purse honors the faithful military service of our veterans. This Veteran’s Day, we are celebrating the work that God is doing through Operation Heal Our Patriots, which not only saves marriages, but lives as well. Military couples hear the Gospel and find hope and healing through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Kristy Graham talked with Matthew and Dawn Sheppard, a couple who was completely changed this summer through their participation in Operation Heal Our Patriots. Hear how God transformed their marriage, and how the veteran's suicide rate became more than just a statistic to them. 

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    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse honors the faithful military service of our veterans. This Veteran’s Day, we are celebrating the work that God is doing through Operation Heal Our Patriots, which not only saves marriages, but lives as well. Military couples hear the Gospel and find hope and healing through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Kristy Graham talked with Matthew and Dawn Sheppard, a couple who was completely changed this summer through their participation in Operation Heal Our Patriots. Hear how God transformed their marriage, and how the veteran's suicide rate became more than just a statistic to them. 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13942310 Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1572 full false     A Tribute to Our National Staff A Tribute to Our National Staff Samaritan’s Purse could not do what we do without thousands of national staff who serve faithfully in their home countries. Hear directly from members of our national staff from across the world who consistently go above and beyond in their communities. Kristy Graham spoke with Edward Densham, the senior director of International Projects, to discuss the vital role national staff fulfill for our ministry.

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    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse could not do what we do without thousands of national staff who serve faithfully in their home countries. Hear directly from members of our national staff from across the world who consistently go above and beyond in their communities. Kristy Graham spoke with Edward Densham, the senior director of International Projects, to discuss the vital role national staff fulfill for our ministry.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13896614 Fri, 03 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1549 full false     What Is the Gospel? What Is the Gospel? The deputy director of Mission Aviation Services, Matt Olson, has flown injured children to receive care, transported Bibles to faraway places, and shepherded our staff safely to their destinations, all through the means of aviation. We’ll take you behind the scenes to hear what Matt recently shared during staff devotions about the simplicity of the Gospel. Kristy talks with Matt about his testimony and the way he's seen God work while taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth.

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    ]]>     The deputy director of Mission Aviation Services, Matt Olson, has flown injured children to receive care, transported Bibles to faraway places, and shepherded our staff safely to their destinations, all through the means of aviation. We’ll take you behind the scenes to hear what Matt recently shared during staff devotions about the simplicity of the Gospel. Kristy talks with Matt about his testimony and the way he's seen God work while taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13851690 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1534 full false     Bonus Episode: Israel and Armenia Bonus Episode: Israel and Armenia Samaritan’s Purse is hard at work in Israel, Armenia, Morocco, and Libya. Hear directly from leadership about how Samaritan’s Purse is serving people in need there. Kristy Graham also talks to the team lead on the ground in Israel to hear his first-hand perspective and share ways to pray.

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    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse is hard at work in Israel, Armenia, Morocco, and Libya. Hear directly from leadership about how Samaritan’s Purse is serving people in need there. Kristy Graham also talks to the team lead on the ground in Israel to hear his first-hand perspective and share ways to pray.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13776120 Sat, 14 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1578 full false     Renewing Lives by Healing Hearts Renewing Lives by Healing Hearts Kristy Graham traveled to the Cayman Islands to meet families who were forever changed through Children’s Heart Project’s life-saving surgeries. Kristy talked with Cindy Bonsall, the director of Children’s Heart Project, about how God has made a way for Samaritan’s Purse to work in the Cayman Islands. You will also hear from two Mongolian mothers about how their children’s hearts were healed physically and, in the process, they themselves were renewed spiritually. 

     

    Resources: 

     Learn more about Children’s Heart Project

    Have you heard the Good News of Salvation?

    Listen to another episode about Children’s Heart Project, to hear how this ministry impacted three generations of women.


    ]]>     Kristy Graham traveled to the Cayman Islands to meet families who were forever changed through Children’s Heart Project’s life-saving surgeries. Kristy talked with Cindy Bonsall, the director of Children’s Heart Project, about how God has made a way for Samaritan’s Purse to work in the Cayman Islands. You will also hear from two Mongolian mothers about how their children’s hearts were healed physically and, in the process, they themselves were renewed spiritually. 

     

    Resources: 

     Learn more about Children’s Heart Project

    Have you heard the Good News of Salvation?

    Listen to another episode about Children’s Heart Project, to hear how this ministry impacted three generations of women.


    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13771789 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1449 full false     Out of Hiding and into Hope Out of Hiding and into Hope An obstetric fistula, resulting from prolonged labor, is not a condition women often face in the United States or other western countries. Yet, in many parts of the world this serious and debilitating childbirth injury leaves women with pain, shame, and isolation. Samaritan’s Purse specialty teams perform transformative surgeries, restoring these suffering women to health while opening doors to share the hope of the Gospel. Kristy Graham sat down with Madison Strausbaugh, the specialty team's program manager, who shared what it was like to see these women go from living in isolation to finding hope and community.

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    ]]>     An obstetric fistula, resulting from prolonged labor, is not a condition women often face in the United States or other western countries. Yet, in many parts of the world this serious and debilitating childbirth injury leaves women with pain, shame, and isolation. Samaritan’s Purse specialty teams perform transformative surgeries, restoring these suffering women to health while opening doors to share the hope of the Gospel. Kristy Graham sat down with Madison Strausbaugh, the specialty team's program manager, who shared what it was like to see these women go from living in isolation to finding hope and community.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13723414 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1535 full false     The Hole Only God Can Fill The Hole Only God Can Fill Ray and Rebecca arrived in Alaska seeking a dream vacation, and they left completely transformed. Ray was in the Army for over 20 years, and the anger he carried after decades of deployments took a toll on his marriage. A week at Operation Heal Our Patriots changed everything for this military couple. Hear how Ray and Rebecca learned that only God was able to fill the hole in their hearts.

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     Listen to our latest episodes:



    ]]>     Ray and Rebecca arrived in Alaska seeking a dream vacation, and they left completely transformed. Ray was in the Army for over 20 years, and the anger he carried after decades of deployments took a toll on his marriage. A week at Operation Heal Our Patriots changed everything for this military couple. Hear how Ray and Rebecca learned that only God was able to fill the hole in their hearts.

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     Listen to our latest episodes:



    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13680266 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1515 full false     Stories from the Frontlines in Ukraine: Part 2 Stories from the Frontlines in Ukraine: Part 2 In part two of this episode, Kristy Graham continues her conversation with Vera, a Ukrainian woman who has served on the frontlines with Samaritan’s Purse. Officially, Vera worked as a translator, but she did so much more than this. Her heart was to boldly share the Gospel. Vera tells stories of what it was like risking her own life in conflict areas to distribute relief supplies and share hope with those who desperately needed to hear it. 

    Resources: 

    ·      Listen to Stories from the Frontlines in Ukraine: Part 1

    ·      Read excerpts from Vera’s journal entries to hear more about her bold faith and what it was like serving in Ukraine. 

    ·      Hear what it was like during our first 72 hours on the ground in Ukraine.

    ·      Read more about Samaritan’s Purse partners helping in Jesus’ Name in Ukraine.

    ]]>     In part two of this episode, Kristy Graham continues her conversation with Vera, a Ukrainian woman who has served on the frontlines with Samaritan’s Purse. Officially, Vera worked as a translator, but she did so much more than this. Her heart was to boldly share the Gospel. Vera tells stories of what it was like risking her own life in conflict areas to distribute relief supplies and share hope with those who desperately needed to hear it. 

    Resources: 

    ·      Listen to Stories from the Frontlines in Ukraine: Part 1

    ·      Read excerpts from Vera’s journal entries to hear more about her bold faith and what it was like serving in Ukraine. 

    ·      Hear what it was like during our first 72 hours on the ground in Ukraine.

    ·      Read more about Samaritan’s Purse partners helping in Jesus’ Name in Ukraine.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13633416 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1535 full false     Stories from the Frontlines in Ukraine: Part 1 Stories from the Frontlines in Ukraine: Part 1 Kristy Graham talks with Vera, a Ukrainian woman who has served on the frontlines with Samaritan’s Purse. Officially, Vera worked as a translator, but she did so much more than this. Her heart was to boldly share the Gospel. Vera tells stories of what it was like risking her own life in conflict areas to distribute relief supplies and share hope with those who desperately needed to hear it.

    Resources:


    ]]>     Kristy Graham talks with Vera, a Ukrainian woman who has served on the frontlines with Samaritan’s Purse. Officially, Vera worked as a translator, but she did so much more than this. Her heart was to boldly share the Gospel. Vera tells stories of what it was like risking her own life in conflict areas to distribute relief supplies and share hope with those who desperately needed to hear it.

    Resources:


    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13590699 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1570 full false     Equipping the Next Generation Equipping the Next Generation Each year, young men and women get to learn firsthand what Samaritan's Purse is about as they serve during an internship. Interns are stretched and introduced to new passions as they take on projects across the ministry. Hear directly from interns who served all around the world this summer, and also from Charity Moree, the assistant director of campus relations, who is involved in selecting and prayerfully placing interns.

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    ]]>     Each year, young men and women get to learn firsthand what Samaritan's Purse is about as they serve during an internship. Interns are stretched and introduced to new passions as they take on projects across the ministry. Hear directly from interns who served all around the world this summer, and also from Charity Moree, the assistant director of campus relations, who is involved in selecting and prayerfully placing interns.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13548035 Fri, 08 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1559 full false     Depending on Christ: Part 2 Depending on Christ: Part 2 In this two-part episode, Kristy Graham sits down with Kendell Kauffeldt, director of field leadership and development at Samaritan’s Purse International Headquarters. Kendell served as our country director for Liberia for 14 years and navigated leading during the Ebola outbreak in 2014. Through all the pressure, he has learned to lean on God for wisdom and guidance.

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    ]]>     In this two-part episode, Kristy Graham sits down with Kendell Kauffeldt, director of field leadership and development at Samaritan’s Purse International Headquarters. Kendell served as our country director for Liberia for 14 years and navigated leading during the Ebola outbreak in 2014. Through all the pressure, he has learned to lean on God for wisdom and guidance.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13506910 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1495 full false     Depending on Christ: Part 1 Depending on Christ: Part 1 In this two-part episode, Kristy Graham sits down with Kendell Kauffeldt, director of field leadership and development at Samaritan’s Purse International Headquarters. Kendell served as our country director for Liberia for 14 years and navigated leading during the Ebola outbreak in 2014. Through all the pressure, he has learned to lean on God for wisdom and guidance.

    Resources:

    ]]>     In this two-part episode, Kristy Graham sits down with Kendell Kauffeldt, director of field leadership and development at Samaritan’s Purse International Headquarters. Kendell served as our country director for Liberia for 14 years and navigated leading during the Ebola outbreak in 2014. Through all the pressure, he has learned to lean on God for wisdom and guidance.

    Resources:

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13506874 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1452 full false     Hear How God is Working Around the World Hear How God is Working Around the World Each week, On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse brings you new stories of how God is working through the ministry— whether its hours after the deadly earthquake rocked Turkey, providing eye sight to the blind, or the life-changing impact of an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift. 

    ]]>     Each week, On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse brings you new stories of how God is working through the ministry— whether its hours after the deadly earthquake rocked Turkey, providing eye sight to the blind, or the life-changing impact of an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift. 

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13458747 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400 230 trailer false     The Call to Serve The Call to Serve When flooding devastated Highland Falls, New York, in early July, many families did not know where to turn. Samaritan’s Purse Team Patriot volunteers, North American Ministries volunteers, and Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Rapid Response Team chaplains all came alongside homeowners to help them recover and to share the love of Christ.

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    ]]>     When flooding devastated Highland Falls, New York, in early July, many families did not know where to turn. Samaritan’s Purse Team Patriot volunteers, North American Ministries volunteers, and Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Rapid Response Team chaplains all came alongside homeowners to help them recover and to share the love of Christ.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13421850 Fri, 18 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1564 full false     Building Schools, Changing Lives Building Schools, Changing Lives Across remote villages in Cambodia, Samaritan's Purse has built 43 schools and provided resources so young students can get a quality education. More importantly, this has given Samaritan’s Purse a chance to share the Gospel in some of the most unreached places. Kristy Graham takes listeners to Southeast Asia to show how God is using Samaritan’s Purse to change lives through education and influence generations to come. 

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    ]]>     Across remote villages in Cambodia, Samaritan's Purse has built 43 schools and provided resources so young students can get a quality education. More importantly, this has given Samaritan’s Purse a chance to share the Gospel in some of the most unreached places. Kristy Graham takes listeners to Southeast Asia to show how God is using Samaritan’s Purse to change lives through education and influence generations to come. 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13343250 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1578 full false     Abiding in Christ Abiding in Christ Steve Nickel, vice president of Donor Ministries at Samaritan’s Purse, sits down with Kristy Graham to share his heart for the Lord and how he has been blessed through interacting with faithful supporters of the ministry. Steve talks about how he followed God’s call to come to Samaritan’s Purse and what it looks like to abide in Christ daily. 


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    ]]>     Steve Nickel, vice president of Donor Ministries at Samaritan’s Purse, sits down with Kristy Graham to share his heart for the Lord and how he has been blessed through interacting with faithful supporters of the ministry. Steve talks about how he followed God’s call to come to Samaritan’s Purse and what it looks like to abide in Christ daily. 


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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13300476 Fri, 28 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1579 full false     Listen Again: From Darkness to Light, Cataract Surgeries in South Sudan Listen Again: From Darkness to Light, Cataract Surgeries in South Sudan After years of living in darkness, hundreds of patients received their eyesight when Samaritan’s Purse conducted a week-long cataract mission last year in South Sudan. Join Kristy Graham as she introduces you to patients whose lives were changed by this routine surgery. 

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    ]]>     After years of living in darkness, hundreds of patients received their eyesight when Samaritan’s Purse conducted a week-long cataract mission last year in South Sudan. Join Kristy Graham as she introduces you to patients whose lives were changed by this routine surgery. 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13258877 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1577 full false     Families Who Lost Everything Find New Hope: Mississippi Home Dedications Families Who Lost Everything Find New Hope: Mississippi Home Dedications When a tornado tore through Mississippi in March, it devastated entire communities and destroyed homes. Many families lost everything and did not know where to turn. Samaritan’s Purse came alongside these hurting families to bless them with brand-new mobile homes. Hear how this physical picture of the Gospel has changed lives in Mississippi. 

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    ]]>     When a tornado tore through Mississippi in March, it devastated entire communities and destroyed homes. Many families lost everything and did not know where to turn. Samaritan’s Purse came alongside these hurting families to bless them with brand-new mobile homes. Hear how this physical picture of the Gospel has changed lives in Mississippi. 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13218315 Fri, 14 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1478 full false     Listen Again: Hope Restored in Alaska Listen Again: Hope Restored in Alaska Service members are impacted by the effects of war years after they return home. Whether they’re suffering from mental or physical trauma, the wounds of the past affect not just them but also their spouses and family members. Hear stories from staff members, veterans, and military spouses about their experiences during the 2022 Operation Heal Our Patriots season. 

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    ]]>     Service members are impacted by the effects of war years after they return home. Whether they’re suffering from mental or physical trauma, the wounds of the past affect not just them but also their spouses and family members. Hear stories from staff members, veterans, and military spouses about their experiences during the 2022 Operation Heal Our Patriots season. 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13174306 Fri, 07 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1488 full false     Ukrainian Refugee Shares About God’s Provision Amid Trials Ukrainian Refugee Shares About God’s Provision Amid Trials Inna, a Ukrainian refugee, shares her full-circle connection with Samaritan’s Purse. Hear her inspiring story of receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox as a child, fleeing Ukraine, and then resettling in England with the help of Samaritan’s Purse in February 2022. Inna shares a testimony of God’s faithfulness and how her experience culminated in running the London Marathon to raise money to support Samaritan’s Purse.

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    ]]>     Inna, a Ukrainian refugee, shares her full-circle connection with Samaritan’s Purse. Hear her inspiring story of receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox as a child, fleeing Ukraine, and then resettling in England with the help of Samaritan’s Purse in February 2022. Inna shares a testimony of God’s faithfulness and how her experience culminated in running the London Marathon to raise money to support Samaritan’s Purse.

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13134505 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1575 full false     Listen Again: Our First 72 Hours in Ukraine Listen Again: Our First 72 Hours in Ukraine Samaritan’s Purse is still responding in Ukraine to help meet the needs of victims of the ongoing crisis. Hear the sounds and stories of what it was like during the first 72 hours on the ground in Ukraine and the ways local churches are acting as the body of Christ even over a year after the conflict began. 

    • Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) 
    • Learn more about our work in Ukraine
    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse is still responding in Ukraine to help meet the needs of victims of the ongoing crisis. Hear the sounds and stories of what it was like during the first 72 hours on the ground in Ukraine and the ways local churches are acting as the body of Christ even over a year after the conflict began. 

    • Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) 
    • Learn more about our work in Ukraine
    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13088208 Fri, 23 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1519 full false     Serving in Uncertainty: The War in Sudan Serving in Uncertainty: The War in Sudan When the war in Sudan left families cut off from the rest of the world and in dire need of food and relief, Samaritan’s Purse responded. Ryan Boyette joined this team in 2003. He shares with Kristy Graham how this changed his life—recounting true life-and-death moments, meeting his wife in Sudan, and ultimately dedicating his life to serve the people there.

    Listen to Building Resiliency in Christ to hear another staff member’s perspective on serving in difficult circumstances
    Learn more about To Move Mountains

    ]]>     When the war in Sudan left families cut off from the rest of the world and in dire need of food and relief, Samaritan’s Purse responded. Ryan Boyette joined this team in 2003. He shares with Kristy Graham how this changed his life—recounting true life-and-death moments, meeting his wife in Sudan, and ultimately dedicating his life to serve the people there.

    Listen to Building Resiliency in Christ to hear another staff member’s perspective on serving in difficult circumstances
    Learn more about To Move Mountains

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13045531 Fri, 16 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1578 full false     A Harvest in Cambodia: 20 Years of Ministry A Harvest in Cambodia: 20 Years of Ministry In Cambodia, fathers and mothers often struggle to provide for their family’s needs. Many see illegal migration as their only option, but this compounds the problems that they face. Samaritan’s Purse is working to change this trajectory through livelihood training, cash grants, and education. Kristy Graham takes listeners to Southeast Asia to learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is working there.

    Hear more about our Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene projects

    Help families around the world through our Livelihood projects

    Read more about our work in Cambodia

    ]]>     In Cambodia, fathers and mothers often struggle to provide for their family’s needs. Many see illegal migration as their only option, but this compounds the problems that they face. Samaritan’s Purse is working to change this trajectory through livelihood training, cash grants, and education. Kristy Graham takes listeners to Southeast Asia to learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is working there.

    Hear more about our Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene projects

    Help families around the world through our Livelihood projects

    Read more about our work in Cambodia

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-13003241 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1562 full false     Memorial Day: Recognizing the Cost of Freedom Memorial Day: Recognizing the Cost of Freedom This Memorial Day, Kristy Graham invites listeners into a conversation with Operation Heal Our Patriots’ chaplain Luis Anda. He served in both the Navy and the Army so this day is very personal to him. He shares about the cost of freedom, and how we can only find true, lasting freedom through a relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Listen to last year’s Memorial Day episode with Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin
    Learn more about Operation Heal Our Patriots
    Click this link for a free downloadable PDF of hope-filled Scripture

    ]]>     This Memorial Day, Kristy Graham invites listeners into a conversation with Operation Heal Our Patriots’ chaplain Luis Anda. He served in both the Navy and the Army so this day is very personal to him. He shares about the cost of freedom, and how we can only find true, lasting freedom through a relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Listen to last year’s Memorial Day episode with Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin
    Learn more about Operation Heal Our Patriots
    Click this link for a free downloadable PDF of hope-filled Scripture

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12920866 Fri, 26 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1526 full false     The London Marathon: How God Used 26.2 Miles The London Marathon: How God Used 26.2 Miles Training for and running a marathon taught one staff member spiritual lessons as she pushed herself to new limits. Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, talks to Melissa about how challenging herself physically deepened her faith, engaged her community, and inspired her work.

    Creative Ways to Support Samaritan’s Purse
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is helping Yazidi women in Iraq

    ]]>     Training for and running a marathon taught one staff member spiritual lessons as she pushed herself to new limits. Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, talks to Melissa about how challenging herself physically deepened her faith, engaged her community, and inspired her work.

    Creative Ways to Support Samaritan’s Purse
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is helping Yazidi women in Iraq

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12874860 Fri, 19 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1563 full false     Three Generations of Women: A Miracle Story for Mother’s Day Three Generations of Women: A Miracle Story for Mother’s Day Kristy Graham traveled to the Cayman Islands to meet three generations of women whose lives were changed through Children’s Heart Project. A mother and her daughter were both diagnosed with the exact same heart defect, and they received surgery on the same day. In more than 25 years of this program, there has never been a story quite like this.

    Hear how Children’s Heart Project saved the life of a little girl from Mongolia
    Learn more about Children’s Heart Project

    ]]>     Kristy Graham traveled to the Cayman Islands to meet three generations of women whose lives were changed through Children’s Heart Project. A mother and her daughter were both diagnosed with the exact same heart defect, and they received surgery on the same day. In more than 25 years of this program, there has never been a story quite like this.

    Hear how Children’s Heart Project saved the life of a little girl from Mongolia
    Learn more about Children’s Heart Project

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12830529 Fri, 12 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1549 full false     A Conversation w/ Michael W. Smith A Conversation w/ Michael W. Smith Michael W. Smith, a multi-platinum artist and a household name in Christian music, joins Kristy Graham to share more about how he has partnered with Samaritan’s Purse over nearly two decades of ministry. Before leading worship at the organization’s Global Connect Conference, he shares his anticipation for the celebratory event and how God has worked over the years.

    Volunteer with North American Ministries
    Volunteer with Operation Christmas Child
    Hear the excitement of Operation Christmas Child volunteers as they prepared to celebrate the 200 millionth shoebox with Michael W. Smith
    Listen to Mission of Hope: Delivering the 200 Millionth Shoebox to Ukraine
    Learn more about Michael W. Smith and listen to his song, Way Maker

    ]]>     Michael W. Smith, a multi-platinum artist and a household name in Christian music, joins Kristy Graham to share more about how he has partnered with Samaritan’s Purse over nearly two decades of ministry. Before leading worship at the organization’s Global Connect Conference, he shares his anticipation for the celebratory event and how God has worked over the years.

    Volunteer with North American Ministries
    Volunteer with Operation Christmas Child
    Hear the excitement of Operation Christmas Child volunteers as they prepared to celebrate the 200 millionth shoebox with Michael W. Smith
    Listen to Mission of Hope: Delivering the 200 Millionth Shoebox to Ukraine
    Learn more about Michael W. Smith and listen to his song, Way Maker

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12784591 Fri, 05 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1560 full false     Operation Christmas Child: Global Connect Conference Operation Christmas Child: Global Connect Conference Last month, thousands of Operation Christmas Child volunteers and staff gathered together to celebrate 200 million shoebox gifts. Hear from Michael W. Smith as he prepares to lead worship and from faithful volunteers who serve by packing shoeboxes, covering the ministry in prayer, and inspiring more people to get involved.

    Celebrating 30 Years of God’s Faithfulness
    Serve as a volunteer with Operation Christmas Child
    Listen to Mission of Hope: Delivering the 200 Millionth Shoebox to Ukraine
    Meet the little girl who received the specially-packed 200 millionth shoebox gift

    ]]>     Last month, thousands of Operation Christmas Child volunteers and staff gathered together to celebrate 200 million shoebox gifts. Hear from Michael W. Smith as he prepares to lead worship and from faithful volunteers who serve by packing shoeboxes, covering the ministry in prayer, and inspiring more people to get involved.

    Celebrating 30 Years of God’s Faithfulness
    Serve as a volunteer with Operation Christmas Child
    Listen to Mission of Hope: Delivering the 200 Millionth Shoebox to Ukraine
    Meet the little girl who received the specially-packed 200 millionth shoebox gift

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12742386 Fri, 28 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1566 full false     Celebrating the Servant’s Heart: National Volunteer Month Celebrating the Servant’s Heart: National Volunteer Month Samaritan’s Purse volunteers are the heartbeat of U.S. Disaster Relief. In honor of National Volunteer Month, Kristy Graham introduces listeners to a few of our selfless volunteers—some who have served with Samaritan’s Purse for more than a decade and others who are volunteering for the first time. Luther Harrison, vice president of North American Ministries, shares how volunteers play an integral role, and how he has seen this aspect of the ministry continue to grow.

    Meet a homeowner whose life was transformed when volunteers helped him recover from an EF3 tornado
    Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse
    Learn the latest on how Samaritan’s Purse is responding to the spring storms

    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse volunteers are the heartbeat of U.S. Disaster Relief. In honor of National Volunteer Month, Kristy Graham introduces listeners to a few of our selfless volunteers—some who have served with Samaritan’s Purse for more than a decade and others who are volunteering for the first time. Luther Harrison, vice president of North American Ministries, shares how volunteers play an integral role, and how he has seen this aspect of the ministry continue to grow.

    Meet a homeowner whose life was transformed when volunteers helped him recover from an EF3 tornado
    Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse
    Learn the latest on how Samaritan’s Purse is responding to the spring storms

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12600464 Fri, 07 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1532 full false     Inside a Refugee Camp Inside a Refugee Camp Listen again to Inside a Refugee Camp, which first aired in 2019 as millions of Syrian refugees fled to Iraq. Hear about life inside the camp, the logistics of helping families resettle, and how their lives have changed.

    Read more about what God is doing through our team members as they continue to provide relief in Iraq, and support partners in Syria.
    Do you feel that God is calling you to be a part of crucial disaster relief efforts with Samaritan’s Purse? Apply to become a member of the Samaritan's Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Join our community on Instagram to see more behind-the-scenes content. 

    ]]>     Listen again to Inside a Refugee Camp, which first aired in 2019 as millions of Syrian refugees fled to Iraq. Hear about life inside the camp, the logistics of helping families resettle, and how their lives have changed.

    Read more about what God is doing through our team members as they continue to provide relief in Iraq, and support partners in Syria.
    Do you feel that God is calling you to be a part of crucial disaster relief efforts with Samaritan’s Purse? Apply to become a member of the Samaritan's Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Join our community on Instagram to see more behind-the-scenes content. 

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12548259 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1568 full false     Building Resiliency in Christ Building Resiliency in Christ Bev Kauffeldt has served with Samaritan’s Purse around the world for more than two decades. Her life experience internationally coupled with her own testimony and cancer diagnosis has taught her to rely on God for strength daily. Bev candidly shares about failure and how it has taught her to rely on Christ.

    Learn more about the Samaritan’s Purse Apprenticeship Program that Bev Kauffeldt leads
    Join our community on Instagram
    Learn more about God’s love and how you can accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior

    ]]>     Bev Kauffeldt has served with Samaritan’s Purse around the world for more than two decades. Her life experience internationally coupled with her own testimony and cancer diagnosis has taught her to rely on God for strength daily. Bev candidly shares about failure and how it has taught her to rely on Christ.

    Learn more about the Samaritan’s Purse Apprenticeship Program that Bev Kauffeldt leads
    Join our community on Instagram
    Learn more about God’s love and how you can accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12409021 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1542 full false     Mission of Hope: Delivering the 200 Millionth Shoebox to Ukraine Mission of Hope: Delivering the 200 Millionth Shoebox to Ukraine Samaritan’s Purse collected its 200 millionth Operation Christmas Child shoebox this year. This milestone gift was hand-delivered to an orphan in Ukraine by Elizabeth Groff, who also received a shoebox gift as a little girl living in a Ukrainian orphanage. Join them on this journey of bringing joy and the hope of the Gospel to children in conflict-weary Ukraine.

    Hear how a shoebox changed Elizabeth Groff’s life
    Meet Natalya, an orphan who received the 200 millionth shoebox
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is meeting physical and spiritual needs in Ukraine

    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse collected its 200 millionth Operation Christmas Child shoebox this year. This milestone gift was hand-delivered to an orphan in Ukraine by Elizabeth Groff, who also received a shoebox gift as a little girl living in a Ukrainian orphanage. Join them on this journey of bringing joy and the hope of the Gospel to children in conflict-weary Ukraine.

    Hear how a shoebox changed Elizabeth Groff’s life
    Meet Natalya, an orphan who received the 200 millionth shoebox
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is meeting physical and spiritual needs in Ukraine

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12313897 Fri, 24 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1555 full false     Franklin Graham on Aviation: Reaching the Remote Franklin Graham on Aviation: Reaching the Remote Aviation opens doors for the Gospel by allowing us to respond when every second counts and enables us to reach the most remote regions of the world. Join Kristy Graham as she chats with pilot and Samaritan’s Purse president Franklin Graham as well as other crew members about how aviation has shaped the ministry of Samaritan’s Purse.

    Read about our DC-8 aircraft
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Aviation opens doors for the Gospel by allowing us to respond when every second counts and enables us to reach the most remote regions of the world. Join Kristy Graham as she chats with pilot and Samaritan’s Purse president Franklin Graham as well as other crew members about how aviation has shaped the ministry of Samaritan’s Purse.

    Read about our DC-8 aircraft
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12220669 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1519 full false     Inside Ukraine Pt. 2: Voices of the Responders Inside Ukraine Pt. 2: Voices of the Responders In part 1 of this mini-series, we brought you inside our Emergency Field Hospital near the frontlines of war in eastern Ukraine. Today, we’re bringing you behind the scenes to hear what it was like for medical responders and staff serving.

    Listen to “Inside Ukraine Pt. 1: Voices of the Survivors”
    Listen to “Tangible Love: Serving Patients in Ukraine”
    Read about the ongoing response in Ukraine
    Learn more about God’s love and how you can accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior

    ]]>     In part 1 of this mini-series, we brought you inside our Emergency Field Hospital near the frontlines of war in eastern Ukraine. Today, we’re bringing you behind the scenes to hear what it was like for medical responders and staff serving.

    Listen to “Inside Ukraine Pt. 1: Voices of the Survivors”
    Listen to “Tangible Love: Serving Patients in Ukraine”
    Read about the ongoing response in Ukraine
    Learn more about God’s love and how you can accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12171629 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1520 full false     Inside Ukraine Pt. 1: Voices of the Survivors Inside Ukraine Pt. 1: Voices of the Survivors For months, Samaritan’s Purse worked in an undisclosed location in Ukraine—a liberated city just miles from the frontlines. Now, it’s finally safe to share that story with the world. In this episode we take you to an Emergency Field Hospital hidden in a bunker. Patients share what it was like to live in the aftermath of war and the hope they’re experiencing now.

    Listen to an episode about our Emergency Field Hospital in Lviv
    Listen to an episode about how Samaritan’s Purse and our brave church partners are getting food into areas of Ukraine still in the midst of conflict
    Read the stories of survivors in Ukraine
    Do you want to know Jesus Christ as your personal Savior? Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website to learn more.

    ]]>     For months, Samaritan’s Purse worked in an undisclosed location in Ukraine—a liberated city just miles from the frontlines. Now, it’s finally safe to share that story with the world. In this episode we take you to an Emergency Field Hospital hidden in a bunker. Patients share what it was like to live in the aftermath of war and the hope they’re experiencing now.

    Listen to an episode about our Emergency Field Hospital in Lviv
    Listen to an episode about how Samaritan’s Purse and our brave church partners are getting food into areas of Ukraine still in the midst of conflict
    Read the stories of survivors in Ukraine
    Do you want to know Jesus Christ as your personal Savior? Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website to learn more.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12125049 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1499 full false     Looking to 2023: Reflections With Edward Graham Looking to 2023: Reflections With Edward Graham Kristy Graham and Edward Graham, vice president of operations at Samaritan’s Purse, reflect on 2022 and share hopes for the coming year.

    Listen to last year’s ministry update with Edward Graham
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website
    Join our community on Instagram

    ]]>     Kristy Graham and Edward Graham, vice president of operations at Samaritan’s Purse, reflect on 2022 and share hopes for the coming year.

    Listen to last year’s ministry update with Edward Graham
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website
    Join our community on Instagram

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12080540 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1541 full false     Healing Hearts: Children's Heart Project Healing Hearts: Children's Heart Project In the United States, children born with heart defects have access to the healthcare they need, but so many children around the world don’t have this luxury. Kristy Graham introduces you to Hishga, a young girl from Mongolia, whose life was forever changed through Children’s Heart Project.

    Read about Children’s Heart Project
    Join our community on Instagram
    Listen to Erdene’s heart surgery story
    Learn more about the Emerson Rose Heart Foundation
    Learn about the Gospel and salvation

    ]]>     In the United States, children born with heart defects have access to the healthcare they need, but so many children around the world don’t have this luxury. Kristy Graham introduces you to Hishga, a young girl from Mongolia, whose life was forever changed through Children’s Heart Project.

    Read about Children’s Heart Project
    Join our community on Instagram
    Listen to Erdene’s heart surgery story
    Learn more about the Emerson Rose Heart Foundation
    Learn about the Gospel and salvation

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-12032127 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1575 full false     Miraculous: Answered Prayers of 2022 Miraculous: Answered Prayers of 2022 Prayer is so important to every part of the ministry at Samaritan’s Purse. In this episode, Kristy Graham reflects on the importance of prayer and hears stories from staff members about how the Lord has worked in 2022. You’ll hear from a variety of different voices across the ministry as they share in their own words the miraculous ways God has answered prayers.

    Read Kristy’s YouVersion devotional on living a life of gratitude
    Visit our website for more stories of answered prayers
    Learn about salvation, the Gospel, and Jesus


    ]]>     Prayer is so important to every part of the ministry at Samaritan’s Purse. In this episode, Kristy Graham reflects on the importance of prayer and hears stories from staff members about how the Lord has worked in 2022. You’ll hear from a variety of different voices across the ministry as they share in their own words the miraculous ways God has answered prayers.

    Read Kristy’s YouVersion devotional on living a life of gratitude
    Visit our website for more stories of answered prayers
    Learn about salvation, the Gospel, and Jesus


    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11948477 Fri, 30 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1567 full false     “It Changed My Life”: Celebrating 200 Million Gospel Opportunities “It Changed My Life”: Celebrating 200 Million Gospel Opportunities Operation Christmas Child has been sending gift-filled shoeboxes to children around the world since 1993. Join us as we celebrate a milestone: collecting our 200 millionth shoebox! Elizabeth Groff shares her testimony of how a simple gift changed her life as an orphan in Ukraine, and why she is now excited to be packing the 200 millionth shoebox gift for a child in need. 

    See the 200 Millionth tour
    Build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Operation Christmas Child has been sending gift-filled shoeboxes to children around the world since 1993. Join us as we celebrate a milestone: collecting our 200 millionth shoebox! Elizabeth Groff shares her testimony of how a simple gift changed her life as an orphan in Ukraine, and why she is now excited to be packing the 200 millionth shoebox gift for a child in need. 

    See the 200 Millionth tour
    Build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11913340 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1579 full false     Operation Christmas Child: The Fun of Preparing Shoeboxes for Little Hands and Hearts Operation Christmas Child: The Fun of Preparing Shoeboxes for Little Hands and Hearts Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes are bringing the Gospel to the farthest corners of the earth. In this episode, we’re giving you a glimpse into what it takes to get these gifts into the hands of children.

    Build a box online
    Get involved with serving at a processing center
    Watch Alex’s story
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes are bringing the Gospel to the farthest corners of the earth. In this episode, we’re giving you a glimpse into what it takes to get these gifts into the hands of children.

    Build a box online
    Get involved with serving at a processing center
    Watch Alex’s story
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11879934 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1539 full false     Life After COVID-19: Returning to Italy Life After COVID-19: Returning to Italy In the spring of 2020, Italy was the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic with death tolls reaching the thousands. We’re taking you back to the scene as our Disaster Assistance Response Team returns to Cremona—this time to celebrate God’s faithfulness.

    Read about the Noi Festival
    See behind-the-scenes of the 2020 Cremona response
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     In the spring of 2020, Italy was the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic with death tolls reaching the thousands. We’re taking you back to the scene as our Disaster Assistance Response Team returns to Cremona—this time to celebrate God’s faithfulness.

    Read about the Noi Festival
    See behind-the-scenes of the 2020 Cremona response
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11836702 Fri, 09 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1603 full false     Staff Devotions: The God Who Sees Staff Devotions: The God Who Sees Irina Creek, a former orphan living in the Soviet Union, shares her story of finding hope in a closed country through an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. Host Kristy Graham then dives deeper into Genesis 16 and how God sees every detail of our lives. 

    Build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online
    Learn about how we’re responding to the crisis in Ukraine
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Irina Creek, a former orphan living in the Soviet Union, shares her story of finding hope in a closed country through an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. Host Kristy Graham then dives deeper into Genesis 16 and how God sees every detail of our lives. 

    Build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online
    Learn about how we’re responding to the crisis in Ukraine
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11750625 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1455 full false     Franklin Graham and 41 Gifts of Hope Franklin Graham and 41 Gifts of Hope Kristy Graham talks with Samaritan’s Purse president Franklin Graham about the life-changing impact of the Christmas Catalog. Learn more about some of Franklin Graham’s favorite items in the catalog and hear from country directors living in the field about how these gifts open doors for the Gospel in some of the farthest corners of the world. 

    ]]>     Kristy Graham talks with Samaritan’s Purse president Franklin Graham about the life-changing impact of the Christmas Catalog. Learn more about some of Franklin Graham’s favorite items in the catalog and hear from country directors living in the field about how these gifts open doors for the Gospel in some of the farthest corners of the world. 

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11721489 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500 1313 full false     World Orphans Day: Called to Care World Orphans Day: Called to Care Millions of children around the world grow up in unstable homes due to war, death, and poverty. On World Orphans Day, we’re exploring both the complexities of the orphan crisis and the initiatives empowering parents around the globe. 

    Listen to “Honoring Mothers Around the World”
    Support maternal and child health programs
    Learn about nutrition programs supporting mothers
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Millions of children around the world grow up in unstable homes due to war, death, and poverty. On World Orphans Day, we’re exploring both the complexities of the orphan crisis and the initiatives empowering parents around the globe. 

    Listen to “Honoring Mothers Around the World”
    Support maternal and child health programs
    Learn about nutrition programs supporting mothers
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11671313 Fri, 11 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1508 full false     From Darkness to Light: Cataract Surgeries in South Sudan From Darkness to Light: Cataract Surgeries in South Sudan After years of living in darkness, hundreds of patients received their eyesight when Samaritan’s Purse conducted a week-long cataract mission in South Sudan. Join Kristy Graham as she introduces you to patients whose lives were changed by this routine surgery.   

    Read more stories of lives changed through cataract surgery
    Follow us on Instagram to see photos and video of the patients you met in this episode
    Watch the transformation take place

    ]]>     After years of living in darkness, hundreds of patients received their eyesight when Samaritan’s Purse conducted a week-long cataract mission in South Sudan. Join Kristy Graham as she introduces you to patients whose lives were changed by this routine surgery.   

    Read more stories of lives changed through cataract surgery
    Follow us on Instagram to see photos and video of the patients you met in this episode
    Watch the transformation take place

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11626393 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1592 full false     Hope Restored in Alaska: Operation Heal Our Patriots Hope Restored in Alaska: Operation Heal Our Patriots Service members are impacted by the effects of war years after they return home. Whether they’re suffering from mental or physical trauma, the wounds of the past affect not just them, but also their spouses and family members. Kristy talks with Operation Heal Our Patriots staff members and military spouses to hear about their experiences rebuilding their marriages.

    Learn more about Operation Heal Our Patriots
    Listen to a special episode about Operation Heal Our Patriots’ 10-year anniversary
    Applications for the Operation Heal Our Patriots 2023 season open Feb. 1
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Service members are impacted by the effects of war years after they return home. Whether they’re suffering from mental or physical trauma, the wounds of the past affect not just them, but also their spouses and family members. Kristy talks with Operation Heal Our Patriots staff members and military spouses to hear about their experiences rebuilding their marriages.

    Learn more about Operation Heal Our Patriots
    Listen to a special episode about Operation Heal Our Patriots’ 10-year anniversary
    Applications for the Operation Heal Our Patriots 2023 season open Feb. 1
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11586555 Fri, 28 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1501 full false     Listen Again: Answering the Call Listen Again: Answering the Call The Samaritan’s Purse’s Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) has responded to over 150 disasters around the world since 2008, meeting the physical and spiritual needs of those affected. These specialists have a unique firsthand view of both tragedy and hope. 

    Apply to be a member of the DART
    Read more stories of how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse
    Listen to two DART medical professionals share about serving on the frontlines of the COVID-19 response
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     The Samaritan’s Purse’s Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) has responded to over 150 disasters around the world since 2008, meeting the physical and spiritual needs of those affected. These specialists have a unique firsthand view of both tragedy and hope. 

    Apply to be a member of the DART
    Read more stories of how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse
    Listen to two DART medical professionals share about serving on the frontlines of the COVID-19 response
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11538528 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1547 full false     Operation Christmas Child: Packing a Gift That Lasts Operation Christmas Child: Packing a Gift That Lasts Each Christmas, thousands of shoeboxes are sent out to children in some of the most remote regions of the world. In this episode, Kristy Graham hears from Operation Christmas Child staff as they share about how shoebox gifts are sparking a discipleship movement in these hard-to-reach places.

    Build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online
    Find a shoebox drop-off location near you
    Read about The Greatest Journey discipleship program
    Listen to three shoebox recipients share their stories
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Each Christmas, thousands of shoeboxes are sent out to children in some of the most remote regions of the world. In this episode, Kristy Graham hears from Operation Christmas Child staff as they share about how shoebox gifts are sparking a discipleship movement in these hard-to-reach places.

    Build an Operation Christmas Child shoebox online
    Find a shoebox drop-off location near you
    Read about The Greatest Journey discipleship program
    Listen to three shoebox recipients share their stories
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11493975 Thu, 13 Oct 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1489 full false     Hurricane Ian: Bringing Hope to Florida Hurricane Ian: Bringing Hope to Florida We’re taking you through the first few days of the response to Hurricane Ian. The death toll continues to rise as more needs are uncovered and news outlets report on the storm. What often isn’t shared are the stories of hope amid tragedy. Join us as we hear from homeowners in Florida, Samaritan’s Purse staff members, and U.S. Disaster Relief volunteers.
     
    Read more about our response to Hurricane Ian
    Listen to our response to Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     We’re taking you through the first few days of the response to Hurricane Ian. The death toll continues to rise as more needs are uncovered and news outlets report on the storm. What often isn’t shared are the stories of hope amid tragedy. Join us as we hear from homeowners in Florida, Samaritan’s Purse staff members, and U.S. Disaster Relief volunteers.
     
    Read more about our response to Hurricane Ian
    Listen to our response to Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11451135 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0400 1470 full false     Rushing Aid to Puerto Rico Rushing Aid to Puerto Rico Hurricane Fiona recently hit Puerto Rico, leaving nearly 3 million people without water or electricity. Host Kristy Graham speaks with Samaritan’s Purse staff members and correspondents on the ground to learn what it looks like to respond to this natural disaster.

    Read about our response in Puerto Rico
    Watch our teams bringing tarps and water filtration systems to families in need
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Hurricane Fiona recently hit Puerto Rico, leaving nearly 3 million people without water or electricity. Host Kristy Graham speaks with Samaritan’s Purse staff members and correspondents on the ground to learn what it looks like to respond to this natural disaster.

    Read about our response in Puerto Rico
    Watch our teams bringing tarps and water filtration systems to families in need
    Join our community on Instagram
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11409372 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1517 full false     Legacy of Faithfulness: North American Ministries Legacy of Faithfulness: North American Ministries Kristy Graham sits with Luther Harrison, vice president of North American Ministries, to talk about how he got started at Samaritan’s Purse, our U.S. Disaster Relief efforts, and ways to pray for the ministry. 

    Hear from disaster survivors in Mayfield, Kentucky
    Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief
    Join our Community on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     Kristy Graham sits with Luther Harrison, vice president of North American Ministries, to talk about how he got started at Samaritan’s Purse, our U.S. Disaster Relief efforts, and ways to pray for the ministry. 

    Hear from disaster survivors in Mayfield, Kentucky
    Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief
    Join our Community on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11369914 Fri, 23 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1543 full false     Called and Commissioned: Sending Missionary Doctors Called and Commissioned: Sending Missionary Doctors In the most remote areas of the world, communities are suffering without access to basic healthcare services. Missionary doctors have a unique global opportunity to bring physical and spiritual aid. Hear from doctors in World Medical Mission’s Post-Residency Program to understand what motivates them to work in underserved areas!

    Learn more about World Medical Mission
    Explore the Post-Residency Program
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     In the most remote areas of the world, communities are suffering without access to basic healthcare services. Missionary doctors have a unique global opportunity to bring physical and spiritual aid. Hear from doctors in World Medical Mission’s Post-Residency Program to understand what motivates them to work in underserved areas!

    Learn more about World Medical Mission
    Explore the Post-Residency Program
    Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11327143 Fri, 16 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1509 full false     Rebuilding After the Storm: Mayfield, Kentucky Rebuilding After the Storm: Mayfield, Kentucky Samaritan’s Purse is rebuilding homes and helping families recover in Mayfield, Kentucky after the deadly tornado outbreak that hit in December 2021. Meet homeowners who lost everything and be encouraged by their hope and resilience.

    LINKS:
    Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse

    Listen to “The Headlines: Devastating Tornado Outbreak” to hear what Mayfield, Kentucky, was like immediately after the storm

    Follow us on Instagram to see behind the scenes

    Are you interested in finding the Good News of Salvation? Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website.

    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse is rebuilding homes and helping families recover in Mayfield, Kentucky after the deadly tornado outbreak that hit in December 2021. Meet homeowners who lost everything and be encouraged by their hope and resilience.

    LINKS:
    Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse

    Listen to “The Headlines: Devastating Tornado Outbreak” to hear what Mayfield, Kentucky, was like immediately after the storm

    Follow us on Instagram to see behind the scenes

    Are you interested in finding the Good News of Salvation? Visit the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11161008 Fri, 19 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1531 full false     Finding God in the Floorboards Finding God in the Floorboards As a little girl living in communist Romania, Izabella McMillon received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift. Host Kristy Graham sits down with Izabella to hear about the life-changing impact of a simple gift.

    ]]>     As a little girl living in communist Romania, Izabella McMillon received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift. Host Kristy Graham sits down with Izabella to hear about the life-changing impact of a simple gift.

    ]]>     Buzzsprout-11121581 Fri, 12 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1575 full false     Unsung Heroes: Food Distributions in the Red Zone of Ukraine Unsung Heroes: Food Distributions in the Red Zone of Ukraine The world is witnessing the aftermath of months-long conflict in Ukraine, but getting aid to those most affected by the violence continues to be complex and unpredictable. Kristy Graham takes you closer to the conflict than ever before as church partners deliver food and life-saving supplies into the red zone. 

    ]]>     The world is witnessing the aftermath of months-long conflict in Ukraine, but getting aid to those most affected by the violence continues to be complex and unpredictable. Kristy Graham takes you closer to the conflict than ever before as church partners deliver food and life-saving supplies into the red zone. 

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11086350 Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0400 1550 full false     Ministry Update: A Conversation w/ Edward Graham Ministry Update: A Conversation w/ Edward Graham Kristy Graham sits down with her husband, Edward Graham, to hear a ministry update about the work of Samaritan’s Purse around the world. Edward shares the latest on four major projects, which have seen growth and change in the first six months of the year— Ukraine, U.S Disaster Relief, Operation Christmas Child, and Children’s Heart Project.

    ]]>     Kristy Graham sits down with her husband, Edward Graham, to hear a ministry update about the work of Samaritan’s Purse around the world. Edward shares the latest on four major projects, which have seen growth and change in the first six months of the year— Ukraine, U.S Disaster Relief, Operation Christmas Child, and Children’s Heart Project.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-11007019 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400 1894 full false     Listen Again: Operation Heal Our Patriots (2019) Listen Again: Operation Heal Our Patriots (2019) This episode originally aired in 2019 after Kristy Graham returned from Operation Heal Our Patriots in Alaska. This week-long marriage retreat brings spiritual refreshment, physical renewal, and marriage enrichment to military veterans and their spouses. As we celebrate our freedom as Americans, we want to introduce you to military veterans and their spouses who have selflessly served our country.


    LINKS

    Learn more about Operation Heal Our Patriots
     https://www.samaritanspurse.org/education-2/operation-heal-our-patriots/ 

    Meet Sean and Brandy Karpf, a couple whose marriage was saved this summer
    https://www.samaritanspurse.org/article/god-answers-prayers-to-save-a-military-couples-marriage/ 

    Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content.
     https://www.instagram.com/onthegroundsp/?hl=en

     

    SHOW NOTES

    Operation Heal Our Patriots is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse that is especially close to Kristy Graham’s heart. Her husband, Edward, served 16 years in the U.S. Army so she knows military life firsthand. In this episode, Kristy takes listeners back to one of her favorite episodes, which was recorded while she was at Samaritan Lodge Alaska in 2019. 

    At Operation Heal Our Patriots, couples have the opportunity to get away from the normal pressures of life, reconnect, explore the Alaskan wilderness, and participate in Biblically-based marriage enrichment classes. This ministry of Samaritan’s Purse was developed to strengthen marriages.

    Samaritan’s Purse gives thanks to God that through this program we have welcomed more than 1,400 military couples to Alaska since 2012, and hundreds of participants have accepted Christ as their Savior while in Alaska. In the first four weeks of the 2022 season, 25 individuals made decisions to follow Jesus, 21 were baptized in Lake Clark, and 23 couples chose to rededicate their marriages to God and each other.

    Kristy Graham shares the life-changing story of Tony and Amy Payne, one of the many couples impacted by Operation Heal Our Patriots. The Paynes met in a tattoo shop. Shortly after they got married, Tony felt led to join the military. Tony was critically injured by an improvised explosive device (IED) during one of his deployments. When he returned home, his marriage hit an all-time low. Out of desperation, Tony turned to God’s Word and accepted Jesus as his personal Savior. Tony followed faithfully after Jesus and prayed regularly for Amy to experience God’s love in the same way. It wasn’t until they came to Alaska that Amy understood what it meant to follow Jesus. Tony’s prayers were answered when Amy committed her life to God. At the end of the week at Samaritan Lodge Alaska, she was baptized in the icy waters of Lake Clark.

    Another couple whose marriage was restored was JP and Crystal Lane. JP joined the army when he was 22 and was deployed to Afghanistan. In 2011, he was wounded by an IED. He sustained 26 injuries and went through 28 surgeries. JP and Crystal knew that it was a miracle from God that he survived. They spent their time and energy sharing JP’s testimony with others, but at the end of the day they had little left for one another.

    “I enjoy one hundred percent inspiring people with the testimony that God has given us and what I’ve been through,” JP said. “But we would be so drained so much that when we were home we didn’t care about inspiring each other and it was breaking us apart.”

    It wasn’t until JP and Crystal came to Alaska that they truly refocused their marriage on one another and centered their lives around Christ. Operation Heal Our Patriots gave them space fo

    ]]>     This episode originally aired in 2019 after Kristy Graham returned from Operation Heal Our Patriots in Alaska. This week-long marriage retreat brings spiritual refreshment, physical renewal, and marriage enrichment to military veterans and their spouses. As we celebrate our freedom as Americans, we want to introduce you to military veterans and their spouses who have selflessly served our country.


    LINKS

    Learn more about Operation Heal Our Patriots
     https://www.samaritanspurse.org/education-2/operation-heal-our-patriots/ 

    Meet Sean and Brandy Karpf, a couple whose marriage was saved this summer
    https://www.samaritanspurse.org/article/god-answers-prayers-to-save-a-military-couples-marriage/ 

    Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content.
     https://www.instagram.com/onthegroundsp/?hl=en

     

    SHOW NOTES

    Operation Heal Our Patriots is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse that is especially close to Kristy Graham’s heart. Her husband, Edward, served 16 years in the U.S. Army so she knows military life firsthand. In this episode, Kristy takes listeners back to one of her favorite episodes, which was recorded while she was at Samaritan Lodge Alaska in 2019. 

    At Operation Heal Our Patriots, couples have the opportunity to get away from the normal pressures of life, reconnect, explore the Alaskan wilderness, and participate in Biblically-based marriage enrichment classes. This ministry of Samaritan’s Purse was developed to strengthen marriages.

    Samaritan’s Purse gives thanks to God that through this program we have welcomed more than 1,400 military couples to Alaska since 2012, and hundreds of participants have accepted Christ as their Savior while in Alaska. In the first four weeks of the 2022 season, 25 individuals made decisions to follow Jesus, 21 were baptized in Lake Clark, and 23 couples chose to rededicate their marriages to God and each other.

    Kristy Graham shares the life-changing story of Tony and Amy Payne, one of the many couples impacted by Operation Heal Our Patriots. The Paynes met in a tattoo shop. Shortly after they got married, Tony felt led to join the military. Tony was critically injured by an improvised explosive device (IED) during one of his deployments. When he returned home, his marriage hit an all-time low. Out of desperation, Tony turned to God’s Word and accepted Jesus as his personal Savior. Tony followed faithfully after Jesus and prayed regularly for Amy to experience God’s love in the same way. It wasn’t until they came to Alaska that Amy understood what it meant to follow Jesus. Tony’s prayers were answered when Amy committed her life to God. At the end of the week at Samaritan Lodge Alaska, she was baptized in the icy waters of Lake Clark.

    Another couple whose marriage was restored was JP and Crystal Lane. JP joined the army when he was 22 and was deployed to Afghanistan. In 2011, he was wounded by an IED. He sustained 26 injuries and went through 28 surgeries. JP and Crystal knew that it was a miracle from God that he survived. They spent their time and energy sharing JP’s testimony with others, but at the end of the day they had little left for one another.

    “I enjoy one hundred percent inspiring people with the testimony that God has given us and what I’ve been through,” JP said. “But we would be so drained so much that when we were home we didn’t care about inspiring each other and it was breaking us apart.”

    It wasn’t until JP and Crystal came to Alaska that they truly refocused their marriage on one another and centered their lives around Christ. Operation Heal Our Patriots gave them space fo

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse Buzzsprout-10889633 Fri, 01 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400 1034 full false     Meet the Staff: Luther Harrison Meet the Staff: Luther Harrison Luther Harrison, vice president of North American Ministries, remembers the first year of disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse when just 50 volunteers deployed. Now, thousands serve across the country each year. Kristy and Luther reflect on God’s faithfulness over the years. Resources – Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse – Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content. … 

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    ]]>     Luther Harrison, vice president of North American Ministries, remembers the first year of disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse when just 50 volunteers deployed. Now, thousands serve across the country each year. Kristy and Luther reflect on God’s faithfulness over the years. Resources – Volunteer with Samaritan’s Purse – Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content. … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1804 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:27:48 -0400 2014 full false     Memorial Day: Reflection and Pride Memorial Day: Reflection and Pride Kristy Graham interviews Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin to reflect on the importance of the sacrifice and honor of the men and women who paid the ultimate price in service to our country. Resources – Listen to the 2021 Memorial Day episode to reflect and remember the names of service members who died defending … 

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    ]]>     Kristy Graham interviews Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. Boykin to reflect on the importance of the sacrifice and honor of the men and women who paid the ultimate price in service to our country. Resources – Listen to the 2021 Memorial Day episode to reflect and remember the names of service members who died defending … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1796 Fri, 27 May 2022 01:00:45 -0400 1662 full false     Tangible Love: Serving Patients in Ukraine Tangible Love: Serving Patients in Ukraine Kristy Graham introduces you to patients who Samaritan’s Purse is serving at medical clinics across Ukraine. Hear first-hand from refugees who are fleeing for their lives and the disaster response specialists who are serving them in Jesus’ Name. Resources – Apply Now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to the … 

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    ]]>     Kristy Graham introduces you to patients who Samaritan’s Purse is serving at medical clinics across Ukraine. Hear first-hand from refugees who are fleeing for their lives and the disaster response specialists who are serving them in Jesus’ Name. Resources – Apply Now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to the … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1783 Fri, 13 May 2022 01:00:54 -0400 1595 full false     Hope in Heartache: Easter Hope in Heartache: Easter As we prepare to celebrate Easter, we know that Jesus is our ultimate hope. Hear stories of God’s faithfulness in the midst of heartache from a local pastor serving in tornado-weary Kentucky, a Ukrainian chaplain whose friends were killed in the conflict, and a pharmacist that God is using in Ukraine to share the Gospel. … 

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    ]]>     As we prepare to celebrate Easter, we know that Jesus is our ultimate hope. Hear stories of God’s faithfulness in the midst of heartache from a local pastor serving in tornado-weary Kentucky, a Ukrainian chaplain whose friends were killed in the conflict, and a pharmacist that God is using in Ukraine to share the Gospel. … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1764 Thu, 14 Apr 2022 02:00:05 -0400 876 full false     For Such a Time as This: Ukraine For Such a Time as This: Ukraine Samaritan’s Purse teams—prepared and mobilized by God—are continuing to bring physical and spiritual help in Ukraine. Hear updates and stories directly from staff, patients, and leadership that are on the ground in the midst of the conflict. Resources – Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to the crisis … 

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    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse teams—prepared and mobilized by God—are continuing to bring physical and spiritual help in Ukraine. Hear updates and stories directly from staff, patients, and leadership that are on the ground in the midst of the conflict. Resources – Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to the crisis … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1744 Mon, 28 Mar 2022 08:54:55 -0400 2246 full false     Our First 72 Hours in Ukraine Our First 72 Hours in Ukraine Samaritan’s Purse is in Ukraine to help meet the needs of fleeing victims of the ongoing crisis. Hear the sounds and stories of what it’s like on the ground in Ukraine, how our team is responding, and ways local churches are acting as the body of Christ. Resources – Apply now to serve on the … 

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    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse is in Ukraine to help meet the needs of fleeing victims of the ongoing crisis. Hear the sounds and stories of what it’s like on the ground in Ukraine, how our team is responding, and ways local churches are acting as the body of Christ. Resources – Apply now to serve on the … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1727 Fri, 11 Mar 2022 18:35:32 -0500 1411 full false     The Headlines: Samaritan’s Purse Sends Emergency Field Hospital to Ukraine The Headlines: Samaritan’s Purse Sends Emergency Field Hospital to Ukraine On March 4, Samaritan’s Purse airlifted an Emergency Field Hospital and a Disaster Assistance Response Team on our DC-8 cargo plane to bring relief in the midst of the Ukraine crisis. Resources – Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to the crisis in Ukraine. – Give now to … 

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    ]]>     On March 4, Samaritan’s Purse airlifted an Emergency Field Hospital and a Disaster Assistance Response Team on our DC-8 cargo plane to bring relief in the midst of the Ukraine crisis. Resources – Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to the crisis in Ukraine. – Give now to … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1718 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 10:15:38 -0500 1080 full false     Ukraine Crisis: Behind-the-Scenes as the Response Develops Ukraine Crisis: Behind-the-Scenes as the Response Develops Samaritan’s Purse is responding to the recent Ukraine crisis. Come behind the scenes with Kristy Graham and the podcast team to hear how the ministry is mobilizing to bring physical and spiritual help in the midst of the disaster. Resources – Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to … 

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    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse is responding to the recent Ukraine crisis. Come behind the scenes with Kristy Graham and the podcast team to hear how the ministry is mobilizing to bring physical and spiritual help in the midst of the disaster. Resources – Apply now to serve on the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) in response to … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1715 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:07:40 -0500 1415 full false     The Headlines: Our Prayer for Ukraine The Headlines: Our Prayer for Ukraine Samaritan’s Purse is preparing to meet the needs of fleeing Ukrainians in the midst of the recent conflict. Hear from Kristy Graham as she offers Scriptures of encouragement and specific prayer requests for the needs on the ground. Resources – Pray for the Crisis in Ukraine – Samaritan’s Purse website – Follow us on Instagram … 

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    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse is preparing to meet the needs of fleeing Ukrainians in the midst of the recent conflict. Hear from Kristy Graham as she offers Scriptures of encouragement and specific prayer requests for the needs on the ground. Resources – Pray for the Crisis in Ukraine – Samaritan’s Purse website – Follow us on Instagram … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1699 Fri, 25 Feb 2022 22:47:13 -0500 563 full false     Interview with Steven Curtis Chapman: Kentucky Tornado Relief Benefit Concert Interview with Steven Curtis Chapman: Kentucky Tornado Relief Benefit Concert – There is still time to buy tickets for the Kentucky Tornado Relief Benefit Concert on February 20th. – Visit Steven Curtis Chapman’s website to check out tour dates, new music, book releases, and social media updates. – Learn more about Show Hope, a nationally recognized voice in orphan care and adoption advocacy founded by … 

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    ]]>     – There is still time to buy tickets for the Kentucky Tornado Relief Benefit Concert on February 20th. – Visit Steven Curtis Chapman’s website to check out tour dates, new music, book releases, and social media updates. – Learn more about Show Hope, a nationally recognized voice in orphan care and adoption advocacy founded by … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1673 Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:23:38 -0500 1924 full false     Staff Devotions with Franklin Graham Staff Devotions with Franklin Graham Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work at Samaritan’s Purse? Every morning, the staff gathers for a devotion in God’s Word and corporate prayer. Come with us behind the scenes to hear a message from Franklin Graham as he shares from Psalm 23. – Around the world, Samaritan’s Purse staff prays for God … 

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    ]]>     Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work at Samaritan’s Purse? Every morning, the staff gathers for a devotion in God’s Word and corporate prayer. Come with us behind the scenes to hear a message from Franklin Graham as he shares from Psalm 23. – Around the world, Samaritan’s Purse staff prays for God … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1667 Sat, 29 Jan 2022 16:09:41 -0500 754 full false     Miracles on Miracles: 2021 Wrapped Miracles on Miracles: 2021 Wrapped Happy New Year, On the Ground listeners! God moved in amazing ways through Samaritan’s Purse in 2021. Join us as Kristy shares unheard miracle stories from our work in some of the most remote corners of the world. – See photo highlights from the year. – Read how “Faith Still Stands Amid Mayfield’s Grieving” as … 

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    ]]>     Happy New Year, On the Ground listeners! God moved in amazing ways through Samaritan’s Purse in 2021. Join us as Kristy shares unheard miracle stories from our work in some of the most remote corners of the world. – See photo highlights from the year. – Read how “Faith Still Stands Amid Mayfield’s Grieving” as … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1655 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 10:40:59 -0500 2450 full false     Special Episode! Behind the Scenes of Christmas Eve Lunch in Kentucky Special Episode! Behind the Scenes of Christmas Eve Lunch in Kentucky   Kristy Graham shares the ministry’s God-sized goal—feeding thousands of people in Mayfield, Kentucky on Christmas Eve. On December 15th, the idea was first discussed. Now, our food services team is hard at work, preparing to serve families devastated by the Kentucky tornadoes. • Follow along on Instagram as the podcast team shows you behind … 

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    ]]>       Kristy Graham shares the ministry’s God-sized goal—feeding thousands of people in Mayfield, Kentucky on Christmas Eve. On December 15th, the idea was first discussed. Now, our food services team is hard at work, preparing to serve families devastated by the Kentucky tornadoes. • Follow along on Instagram as the podcast team shows you behind … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1636 Tue, 21 Dec 2021 10:44:41 -0500 855 full false     The Headlines: Devastating Tornado Outbreak The Headlines: Devastating Tornado Outbreak “I’ve never seen anything like this,” shares a Samaritan’s Purse photographer on the ground this weekend in Mayfield, Kentucky. Samaritan’s Purse is actively responding to the deadly tornadoes that ripped through multiple states. Kristy Graham shares how the ministry is mobilizing thousands of volunteers to help hurting homeowners in Jesus’ Name. – If you’d like … 

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    ]]>     “I’ve never seen anything like this,” shares a Samaritan’s Purse photographer on the ground this weekend in Mayfield, Kentucky. Samaritan’s Purse is actively responding to the deadly tornadoes that ripped through multiple states. Kristy Graham shares how the ministry is mobilizing thousands of volunteers to help hurting homeowners in Jesus’ Name. – If you’d like … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1590 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:26:45 -0500 656 full false     Come and See: Saving Lives through Surgery Come and See: Saving Lives through Surgery It takes three hours in the operating room to set a broken leg and even less than that to mend a cleft lip. In today’s episode, join Kristy Graham as she speaks with Samaritan’s Purse medical specialists and shares stories of patients in Malawi and South Sudan. Both the orthopedic and cleft lip surgeries are … 

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    ]]>     It takes three hours in the operating room to set a broken leg and even less than that to mend a cleft lip. In today’s episode, join Kristy Graham as she speaks with Samaritan’s Purse medical specialists and shares stories of patients in Malawi and South Sudan. Both the orthopedic and cleft lip surgeries are … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1575 Fri, 03 Dec 2021 08:00:49 -0500 1515 full false     Adoption Awareness Month: Orphan Care and Family Support Adoption Awareness Month: Orphan Care and Family Support In honor of National Adoption Month this November, Kristy shares specific ways that Samaritan’s Purse provides orphan care and her family’s personal adoptive story. She speaks with the directors from orphanages that Samaritan’s Purse supports to hear testimonies of children’s lives forever changed. Kristy also sheds light on the need for adoptive family support and … 

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    ]]>     In honor of National Adoption Month this November, Kristy shares specific ways that Samaritan’s Purse provides orphan care and her family’s personal adoptive story. She speaks with the directors from orphanages that Samaritan’s Purse supports to hear testimonies of children’s lives forever changed. Kristy also sheds light on the need for adoptive family support and … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1565 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 16:36:24 -0500 1829 full false     Honoring Veterans Day: A Lifetime of Service Honoring Veterans Day: A Lifetime of Service We have nearly 100 veterans serving at Samaritan’s Purse, but God allows us to help hundreds more through Operation Heal Our Patriots—a ministry that brings wounded veterans and their spouses to a week-long retreat in Alaska. This Veterans Day, Kristy highlights opportunities that the ministry provides for veterans who have a heart to serve. – … 

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    ]]>     We have nearly 100 veterans serving at Samaritan’s Purse, but God allows us to help hundreds more through Operation Heal Our Patriots—a ministry that brings wounded veterans and their spouses to a week-long retreat in Alaska. This Veterans Day, Kristy highlights opportunities that the ministry provides for veterans who have a heart to serve. – … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1557 Tue, 09 Nov 2021 11:18:47 -0500 1871 full false     A Lasting Impact: The Global Internship Program A Lasting Impact: The Global Internship Program – Apply for the Samaritan’s Purse 2022 summer internship season to be a part of bringing relief and the hope of the Gospel to hurting people. Applications must be submitted no later than Jan. 1, 2022. – Check out our website to learn more about how both domestic and international interns are making an eternal … 

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    ]]>     – Apply for the Samaritan’s Purse 2022 summer internship season to be a part of bringing relief and the hope of the Gospel to hurting people. Applications must be submitted no later than Jan. 1, 2022. – Check out our website to learn more about how both domestic and international interns are making an eternal … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1527 Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:20:02 -0400 1618 full false     Finding God in the Floorboards: Operation Christmas Child Finding God in the Floorboards: Operation Christmas Child – Watch Izabella McMillon’s Full Circle Story with Operation Child as she explains where her story with the ministry first began. – Find out more information on how to pack a shoebox, drop-off locations, free materials, and building a shoebox online on our Samaritan’s Purse website. Show Notes To kick off the Operation Christmas Child … 

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    ]]>     – Watch Izabella McMillon’s Full Circle Story with Operation Child as she explains where her story with the ministry first began. – Find out more information on how to pack a shoebox, drop-off locations, free materials, and building a shoebox online on our Samaritan’s Purse website. Show Notes To kick off the Operation Christmas Child … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1517 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 11:10:49 -0400 2472 full false     The Headlines: Hurricane Ida Causes Mass Devastation The Headlines: Hurricane Ida Causes Mass Devastation – Samaritan’s Purse is looking for volunteers to be the hands and feet of Christ in Louisiana! Check out SPvolunteer.org to see how you can serve. – Visit our website to read more stories about how our team is encouraging families in the wake of Hurricane Ida. – Leave us a review on Apple podcasts … 

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    ]]>     – Samaritan’s Purse is looking for volunteers to be the hands and feet of Christ in Louisiana! Check out SPvolunteer.org to see how you can serve. – Visit our website to read more stories about how our team is encouraging families in the wake of Hurricane Ida. – Leave us a review on Apple podcasts … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1510 Tue, 14 Sep 2021 08:51:07 -0400 881 full false     Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 – Watch Billy Graham’s 9/11 Message at the National Cathedral only days following the attacks. – Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) 24-hour Prayer Line at 888-388-2683, if you’d like prayer and support during this somber 9/11 anniversary. Show Notes September 11, 2001, marks the solemn day when the United States experienced the worst … 

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    ]]>     – Watch Billy Graham’s 9/11 Message at the National Cathedral only days following the attacks. – Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) 24-hour Prayer Line at 888-388-2683, if you’d like prayer and support during this somber 9/11 anniversary. Show Notes September 11, 2001, marks the solemn day when the United States experienced the worst … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1486 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:09:46 -0400 846 full false     After the Shock: Haiti Earthquake After the Shock: Haiti Earthquake – Read “Samaritan’s Purse On the Ground in Haiti After Powerful Earthquake Rocks Southern Cities,” to learn more about how the ministry is bringing hope to Haiti during a time of crisis, and how you can get involved. – Follow us on Instagram to see the Samaritan’s Purse response team bring help to hurting people … 

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    ]]>     – Read “Samaritan’s Purse On the Ground in Haiti After Powerful Earthquake Rocks Southern Cities,” to learn more about how the ministry is bringing hope to Haiti during a time of crisis, and how you can get involved. – Follow us on Instagram to see the Samaritan’s Purse response team bring help to hurting people … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1458 Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:29:16 -0400 1262 full false     In the News – Earthquake in Haiti In the News – Earthquake in Haiti – Read “Samaritan’s Purse On the Ground in Haiti After Powerful Earthquake Rocks Southern Cities” to learn more about our disaster relief efforts, specific prayer requests, and ways to get involved. – If you’d like to hear more about our work in Haiti to bring hope and healing, listen to the podcast episode, “Let Us … 

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    ]]>     – Read “Samaritan’s Purse On the Ground in Haiti After Powerful Earthquake Rocks Southern Cities” to learn more about our disaster relief efforts, specific prayer requests, and ways to get involved. – If you’d like to hear more about our work in Haiti to bring hope and healing, listen to the podcast episode, “Let Us … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1425 Tue, 17 Aug 2021 10:49:24 -0400 479 full false     World Medical Mission: To the Ends of the Earth World Medical Mission: To the Ends of the Earth – Learn more about opportunities for medical professionals to serve overseas with World Medical Mission. – Are you a Christian medical or healthcare professional looking to be refreshed by a time of fellowship and spiritual enrichment? Come learn about medical ministry through Samaritan’s Purse by attending the Prescription for Renewal conference in Orlando, Florida, featuring … 

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    ]]>     – Learn more about opportunities for medical professionals to serve overseas with World Medical Mission. – Are you a Christian medical or healthcare professional looking to be refreshed by a time of fellowship and spiritual enrichment? Come learn about medical ministry through Samaritan’s Purse by attending the Prescription for Renewal conference in Orlando, Florida, featuring … 

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    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1384 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 21:48:26 -0400 2247 full false     Celebrating 10 Years of Operation Heal Our Patriots Celebrating 10 Years of Operation Heal Our Patriots – Are you or your spouse a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty after September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots. – Discover more about how Operation Heal Our Patriots is working to strengthen the marriages and faith of our wounded … 

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    ]]>     – Are you or your spouse a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty after September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots. – Discover more about how Operation Heal Our Patriots is working to strengthen the marriages and faith of our wounded … 

    Continue reading "Celebrating 10 Years of Operation Heal Our Patriots"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1374 Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:12:45 -0400 1642 full false     Disaster Assistance Response Teams: Answering the Call Disaster Assistance Response Teams: Answering the Call – Do you feel that God is calling you to be a part of crucial disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse? Apply to be a member of the DART, Disaster Assistance Response Team. – Read more stories of how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse by visiting our website, www.samaritanspurse.org. – Listen to “Through the Eyes … 

    Continue reading "Disaster Assistance Response Teams: Answering the Call"

    ]]>     – Do you feel that God is calling you to be a part of crucial disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse? Apply to be a member of the DART, Disaster Assistance Response Team. – Read more stories of how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse by visiting our website, www.samaritanspurse.org. – Listen to “Through the Eyes … 

    Continue reading "Disaster Assistance Response Teams: Answering the Call"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1366 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 10:40:40 -0400 1416 full false     Conversation with Franklin Graham Conversation with Franklin Graham – Visit our website to see how God is continuing to use Samaritan’s Purse to provide hope and healing to families around the world. – Listen to the following On the Ground podcast episodes to hear how Samaritan’s Purse treated patients with COVID-19 in Italy, New York City, the Bahamas, North Carolina, and LA County. … 

    Continue reading "Conversation with Franklin Graham"

    ]]>     – Visit our website to see how God is continuing to use Samaritan’s Purse to provide hope and healing to families around the world. – Listen to the following On the Ground podcast episodes to hear how Samaritan’s Purse treated patients with COVID-19 in Italy, New York City, the Bahamas, North Carolina, and LA County. … 

    Continue reading "Conversation with Franklin Graham"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1354 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:24:30 -0400 1768 full false     Stop, Reflect, Remember: Memorial Day Stop, Reflect, Remember: Memorial Day – If you are a Gold Star wife, please consider applying to the “Gold Star Wives Retreat—Let Light Shine Out of Darkness,” hosted by Mark Winton at The Billy Graham Training Center. – Want more resources and information about Memorial Day? Check out “Operation We Are Here,” for access to facts, videos, articles and observances. … 

    Continue reading "Stop, Reflect, Remember: Memorial Day"

    ]]>     – If you are a Gold Star wife, please consider applying to the “Gold Star Wives Retreat—Let Light Shine Out of Darkness,” hosted by Mark Winton at The Billy Graham Training Center. – Want more resources and information about Memorial Day? Check out “Operation We Are Here,” for access to facts, videos, articles and observances. … 

    Continue reading "Stop, Reflect, Remember: Memorial Day"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1342 Sat, 29 May 2021 14:19:11 -0400 662 full false     Motherhood Unites Us All Motherhood Unites Us All – Follow us on Instagram to take a look behind the scenes of the On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse podcast! This week, you’ll find photos of Grace, Anna and Bethany’s families, as well as the mothers they encounter in their communities. – Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse comes alongside mothers around the world … 

    Continue reading "Motherhood Unites Us All"

    ]]>     – Follow us on Instagram to take a look behind the scenes of the On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse podcast! This week, you’ll find photos of Grace, Anna and Bethany’s families, as well as the mothers they encounter in their communities. – Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse comes alongside mothers around the world … 

    Continue reading "Motherhood Unites Us All"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1331 Wed, 05 May 2021 21:24:46 -0400 1859 full false     Ordinary People Serving an Extraordinary God: Marg Baker Ordinary People Serving an Extraordinary God: Marg Baker – Follow us on Instagram to see behind-the-scenes photos of Kristy Graham serving with Marg Baker in Thailand at the Christian Happy Homes. – Visit our website to see how God is continuing to use Samaritan’s Purse to provide hope and healing to families around the world. – Samaritan’s Purse is honored to partner with … 

    Continue reading "Ordinary People Serving an Extraordinary God: Marg Baker"

    ]]>     – Follow us on Instagram to see behind-the-scenes photos of Kristy Graham serving with Marg Baker in Thailand at the Christian Happy Homes. – Visit our website to see how God is continuing to use Samaritan’s Purse to provide hope and healing to families around the world. – Samaritan’s Purse is honored to partner with … 

    Continue reading "Ordinary People Serving an Extraordinary God: Marg Baker"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1323 Thu, 22 Apr 2021 11:43:57 -0400 2531 full false     Through the Eyes of DART Nurses: COVID-19 Through the Eyes of DART Nurses: COVID-19 – Listen to “Marking One Year: Fighting COVID-19 in Central Park” to hear Kristy’s conversation with Shelly Kelly while she was caring for COVID-19 patients in New York City. – Find encouragement in Kristy’s initial conversation with Ann Galgano in, “Hope in Cremona, Italy.” – Visit our website to see how God is continuing to … 

    Continue reading "Through the Eyes of DART Nurses: COVID-19"

    ]]>     – Listen to “Marking One Year: Fighting COVID-19 in Central Park” to hear Kristy’s conversation with Shelly Kelly while she was caring for COVID-19 patients in New York City. – Find encouragement in Kristy’s initial conversation with Ann Galgano in, “Hope in Cremona, Italy.” – Visit our website to see how God is continuing to … 

    Continue reading "Through the Eyes of DART Nurses: COVID-19"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1319 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:30:51 -0400 1809 full false     A Beacon of Hope: Easter Around the World A Beacon of Hope: Easter Around the World – As we celebrate Easter, be encouraged with this free downloadable PDF with Kristy’s compiled scriptures that focus on Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection. – Follow us on Instagram to find behind-the-scenes photos and stories about our work around the world. – Visit our website to learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is providing hope … 

    Continue reading "A Beacon of Hope: Easter Around the World"

    ]]>     – As we celebrate Easter, be encouraged with this free downloadable PDF with Kristy’s compiled scriptures that focus on Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection. – Follow us on Instagram to find behind-the-scenes photos and stories about our work around the world. – Visit our website to learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is providing hope … 

    Continue reading "A Beacon of Hope: Easter Around the World"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1298 Thu, 01 Apr 2021 20:00:19 -0400 1702 full false     Clean Water Transforms Lives: World Water Day Clean Water Transforms Lives: World Water Day – Visit our website to learn more about the Samaritan’s Purse projects that provide clean water and promote safe hygiene practices. – Listen back to our episode, “The Ripple Effect: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back,” to hear Yves’ redemption story: once a boy living in Africa without easy access to water, his life … 

    Continue reading "Clean Water Transforms Lives: World Water Day"

    ]]>     – Visit our website to learn more about the Samaritan’s Purse projects that provide clean water and promote safe hygiene practices. – Listen back to our episode, “The Ripple Effect: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back,” to hear Yves’ redemption story: once a boy living in Africa without easy access to water, his life … 

    Continue reading "Clean Water Transforms Lives: World Water Day"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1290 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 01:30:30 -0400 1406 full false     Marking One Year: Fighting COVID-19 in Central Park Marking One Year: Fighting COVID-19 in Central Park – To find more episodes of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse that cover the ministry’s first responses to COVID-19, dive deeper into March and April 2020 of the podcast. – Follow us on Instagram to see behind-the-scenes photos of our Disaster Assistance Response Teams in action in Cremona, Italy and New York City. Show … 

    Continue reading "Marking One Year: Fighting COVID-19 in Central Park"

    ]]>     – To find more episodes of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse that cover the ministry’s first responses to COVID-19, dive deeper into March and April 2020 of the podcast. – Follow us on Instagram to see behind-the-scenes photos of our Disaster Assistance Response Teams in action in Cremona, Italy and New York City. Show … 

    Continue reading "Marking One Year: Fighting COVID-19 in Central Park"

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1280 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:30:19 -0500 1456 full false     Let Us Not Grow Weary: 2021 Let Us Not Grow Weary: 2021 Samaritan’s Purse began multiple initiatives in 2021 around the world—including two Emergency Field Hospitals in the U.S. in response to rising COVID-19 outbreaks. Please continue to pray for our teams on the ground helping in Jesus’ Name.

    Check out our website for up-to-date stories and information of how God is working through the ministry.
    Go back and listen to our episode, “Building an Emergency Field Hospital: Combating COVID-19 in North Carolina,” to hear how the Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team constructs a field hospital in a matter of days.
    To learn how your prayers made an impact in 2020, go back and listen to, “Praising God in 2020: Ministry Prayers and Testimony.”

    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse began multiple initiatives in 2021 around the world—including two Emergency Field Hospitals in the U.S. in response to rising COVID-19 outbreaks. Please continue to pray for our teams on the ground helping in Jesus’ Name.

    Check out our website for up-to-date stories and information of how God is working through the ministry.
    Go back and listen to our episode, “Building an Emergency Field Hospital: Combating COVID-19 in North Carolina,” to hear how the Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team constructs a field hospital in a matter of days.
    To learn how your prayers made an impact in 2020, go back and listen to, “Praising God in 2020: Ministry Prayers and Testimony.”

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1268 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:30:03 -0500 1384 full false     Feeding Families in Crisis: Colombia Feeding Families in Crisis: Colombia In Colombia, Samaritan’s Purse is providing food, shelter, and hygiene items to weary Venezuelan families migrating on foot to find a better life.

    Read more testimonies of how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse to provide relief for families on the Colombia-Venezuela border.
    Follow us on Instagram to meet individual families impacted by the Samaritan’s Purse Colombia projects.

    ]]>     In Colombia, Samaritan’s Purse is providing food, shelter, and hygiene items to weary Venezuelan families migrating on foot to find a better life.

    Read more testimonies of how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse to provide relief for families on the Colombia-Venezuela border.
    Follow us on Instagram to meet individual families impacted by the Samaritan’s Purse Colombia projects.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1223 Wed, 10 Feb 2021 01:00:39 -0500 1560 full false     Building an Emergency Field Hospital: Combating COVID-19 in North Carolina Building an Emergency Field Hospital: Combating COVID-19 in North Carolina Kristy Graham interviews members of the disaster assistance response team to learn more about the logistics and teamwork required to build an Emergency Field Hospital in western North Carolina.

    Visit our website for more updates and stories of how God is working in our North Carolina Emergency Field Hospital.
    Pray for the Samaritan’s Purse DART as they assemble an Emergency Field Hospital in Los Angeles County in response to COVID-19.
    Go back and listen to our episode “Inside the Hot Zone: Fighting COVID-19 in the Bahamas,” to hear patient and medical personnel share stories from our field hospital in the Bahamas.

    ]]>     Kristy Graham interviews members of the disaster assistance response team to learn more about the logistics and teamwork required to build an Emergency Field Hospital in western North Carolina.

    Visit our website for more updates and stories of how God is working in our North Carolina Emergency Field Hospital.
    Pray for the Samaritan’s Purse DART as they assemble an Emergency Field Hospital in Los Angeles County in response to COVID-19.
    Go back and listen to our episode “Inside the Hot Zone: Fighting COVID-19 in the Bahamas,” to hear patient and medical personnel share stories from our field hospital in the Bahamas.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1212 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 14:21:00 -0500 1231 full false     Praising God in 2020: Ministry Prayers and Testimony Praising God in 2020: Ministry Prayers and Testimony In July of this year, Kristy met nine children from Mongolia who received life-saving heart surgery in the U.S. through Children’s Heart Project. COVID-19 prolonged their stay, but God used the time for both physical and spiritual healing. Tune in to “Healed Hearts: Nine Children Return Home to Mongolia,” to hear how God touched each child, mother, and translator.

    See God at work in 2020 through our year-end photo highlights.
    For more behind the scenes content, follow us on Instagram.
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about having peace with God.

    ]]>     In July of this year, Kristy met nine children from Mongolia who received life-saving heart surgery in the U.S. through Children’s Heart Project. COVID-19 prolonged their stay, but God used the time for both physical and spiritual healing. Tune in to “Healed Hearts: Nine Children Return Home to Mongolia,” to hear how God touched each child, mother, and translator.

    See God at work in 2020 through our year-end photo highlights.
    For more behind the scenes content, follow us on Instagram.
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about having peace with God.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1156 Thu, 31 Dec 2020 09:12:06 -0500 1546 full false     Making an Eternal Impact: Gifts for Families Around the World Making an Eternal Impact: Gifts for Families Around the World Samaritan’s Purse gives between three and five goats to each beneficiary—allowing the family to get milk, cheese, and a source of income. Giving a dairy goat affects generations to come.

    Discover 37 gifts of hope in the Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Catalog to give this holiday season.
    Follow us on Instagram to see more behind-the-scenes photos of the people and projects impacted by Christmas Catalog gifts.
    Check out our website to see the ways God is currently working through Samaritan’s Purse across the globe.
    Kristy’s family’s favorite gift items this year!

    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse gives between three and five goats to each beneficiary—allowing the family to get milk, cheese, and a source of income. Giving a dairy goat affects generations to come.

    Discover 37 gifts of hope in the Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Catalog to give this holiday season.
    Follow us on Instagram to see more behind-the-scenes photos of the people and projects impacted by Christmas Catalog gifts.
    Check out our website to see the ways God is currently working through Samaritan’s Purse across the globe.
    Kristy’s family’s favorite gift items this year!

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1136 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:21:58 -0500 1660 full false     A Message from Kristy: Leaning on Christ During Advent A Message from Kristy: Leaning on Christ During Advent Tune in to “A Message from Kristy” to hear her heart for Advent season.

    To hear more episodes about finding hope this Christmas, go back and listen to Kristy’s conversations with Yuliya, Yves, and Dania: three people who received Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes as kids and are now giving back.
    Read more about how Samaritan’s Purse is continuing to spread God’s love with families around the world.

    ]]>     Tune in to “A Message from Kristy” to hear her heart for Advent season.

    To hear more episodes about finding hope this Christmas, go back and listen to Kristy’s conversations with Yuliya, Yves, and Dania: three people who received Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes as kids and are now giving back.
    Read more about how Samaritan’s Purse is continuing to spread God’s love with families around the world.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1110 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 01:00:42 -0500 710 full false     Sounds of Hope: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back Sounds of Hope: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back Dania, a shoebox recipient herself, tells Kristy about her recent trip to the Philippines to deliver Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.

    Find out how you can make an eternal impact this year by packing a shoebox gift.
    To send a gift-filled shoebox from your home, you can custom build a shoebox online.
    Dive deeper into Dania’s shoebox story with bonus photos and videos about how her life was changed by Operation Christmas Child.

    ]]>     Dania, a shoebox recipient herself, tells Kristy about her recent trip to the Philippines to deliver Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.

    Find out how you can make an eternal impact this year by packing a shoebox gift.
    To send a gift-filled shoebox from your home, you can custom build a shoebox online.
    Dive deeper into Dania’s shoebox story with bonus photos and videos about how her life was changed by Operation Christmas Child.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1103 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 15:45:31 -0500 2803 full false     The Ripple Effect: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back The Ripple Effect: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back “I’m here to encourage those who are packing boxes that their work isn’t in vain; it’s touching real people’s lives,” Yves explained. “The ripple effects are causing the Gospel to seep into communities that have never heard it before.”

    Find out how you can make an eternal impact this year by packing a shoebox gift.
    To send a gift-filled shoebox from your home, you can custom build a shoebox online.
    Dive deeper into Yves’ shoebox story with bonus photos and videos about how his life was changed by Operation Christmas Child.

    ]]>     “I’m here to encourage those who are packing boxes that their work isn’t in vain; it’s touching real people’s lives,” Yves explained. “The ripple effects are causing the Gospel to seep into communities that have never heard it before.”

    Find out how you can make an eternal impact this year by packing a shoebox gift.
    To send a gift-filled shoebox from your home, you can custom build a shoebox online.
    Dive deeper into Yves’ shoebox story with bonus photos and videos about how his life was changed by Operation Christmas Child.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1081 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 08:55:16 -0500 3440 full false     A Letter Changed Her Life: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back A Letter Changed Her Life: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Gives Back In today’s episode, hear how Yuliya Shubina received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox as a little girl, and is now giving back and serving in Jesus’ Name.

    Find out how you can make an eternal impact this year by packing a shoebox gift.
    To send a gift-filled shoebox from your home, you can custom build a shoebox online.
    Dive deeper into Yuliya’s shoebox story with bonus photos and videos about how her life was changed by Operation Christmas Child.

    ]]>     In today’s episode, hear how Yuliya Shubina received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox as a little girl, and is now giving back and serving in Jesus’ Name.

    Find out how you can make an eternal impact this year by packing a shoebox gift.
    To send a gift-filled shoebox from your home, you can custom build a shoebox online.
    Dive deeper into Yuliya’s shoebox story with bonus photos and videos about how her life was changed by Operation Christmas Child.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1063 Fri, 13 Nov 2020 11:42:21 -0500 2865 full false     BONUS: Meet Our Staff, Appreciating Veterans Day in the Ministry BONUS: Meet Our Staff, Appreciating Veterans Day in the Ministry Tune in to “BONUS: Meet Our Staff, Appreciating Veterans Day in the Ministry” for a behind the scenes look at the men and women who have perviously served with the U.S. military, who now serve the ministry in Jesus’ Name.

    Are you or your spouse a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty since September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots for the upcoming season.
    Discover more about how Operation Heal Our Patriots is working to strengthen the relationships and faith of our wounded veterans here.
    To hear more episodes highlighting Operation Heal Our Patriots and veterans who have selflessly served, listen to “Operation Heal Our Patriots,” “The Lifelong Impact of Operation Heal Our Patriots,” and “Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Died for our Freedom.”

    ]]>     Tune in to “BONUS: Meet Our Staff, Appreciating Veterans Day in the Ministry” for a behind the scenes look at the men and women who have perviously served with the U.S. military, who now serve the ministry in Jesus’ Name.

    Are you or your spouse a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty since September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots for the upcoming season.
    Discover more about how Operation Heal Our Patriots is working to strengthen the relationships and faith of our wounded veterans here.
    To hear more episodes highlighting Operation Heal Our Patriots and veterans who have selflessly served, listen to “Operation Heal Our Patriots,” “The Lifelong Impact of Operation Heal Our Patriots,” and “Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Died for our Freedom.”

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1057 Wed, 11 Nov 2020 12:19:13 -0500 1359 full false     Inside the Hot Zone: Fighting COVID-19 in the Bahamas Inside the Hot Zone: Fighting COVID-19 in the Bahamas Please pray for the Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) as they provide patient care in Jesus’ Name.

    If you enjoyed hearing first-hand from our COVID-19 treatment center, go back and listen to “Hope in Cremona, Italy,” and “Central Park Emergency Field Hospital,” to learn about our earlier responses in 2020.
    For more behind the scenes content, check out our Instagram.
    Stay updated on how God is moving through the ministry by visiting our website to read stories like, ‘Emergency Field Hospital Opens in the Bahamas to Care for COVID-19 Patients.’

    ]]>     Please pray for the Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) as they provide patient care in Jesus’ Name.

    If you enjoyed hearing first-hand from our COVID-19 treatment center, go back and listen to “Hope in Cremona, Italy,” and “Central Park Emergency Field Hospital,” to learn about our earlier responses in 2020.
    For more behind the scenes content, check out our Instagram.
    Stay updated on how God is moving through the ministry by visiting our website to read stories like, ‘Emergency Field Hospital Opens in the Bahamas to Care for COVID-19 Patients.’

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1039 Wed, 04 Nov 2020 08:25:53 -0500 1762 full false     Power of Prayer: Leaning on God’s Guidance Power of Prayer: Leaning on God’s Guidance “I prayed that the Lord would give me compassion and strength but when I went in,” said Dr. Julie McKay, a doctor serving at the Emergency Field Hospital in Cremona. “I went over to him and he hadn’t been communicating with us because he was so sick and so out of breath. But he took my hands and looked up at me and said, ‘I feel better today, I have peace.’ It was 100% God.”

    Do you want to be encouraged by the power of prayer? Check out the replay of the Prayer March 2020.
    Are you interested in Paul David Tripp’s full devotion mentioned at the beginning of the episode? Take a look at the devotion from his book New Morning Mercies.
    Operation Christmas Child shoebox season is here! Click here to find COVID-19 updates, gift suggestions, and ways to get involved.
    Read more about how ‘Dr. Kent Brantly Continues to Share Good News’ after his battle with Ebola.
    Samaritan’s Purse is still fighting COVID-19 by setting up another Emergency Field Hospital in the Bahamas. Find more information here.

    ]]>     “I prayed that the Lord would give me compassion and strength but when I went in,” said Dr. Julie McKay, a doctor serving at the Emergency Field Hospital in Cremona. “I went over to him and he hadn’t been communicating with us because he was so sick and so out of breath. But he took my hands and looked up at me and said, ‘I feel better today, I have peace.’ It was 100% God.”

    Do you want to be encouraged by the power of prayer? Check out the replay of the Prayer March 2020.
    Are you interested in Paul David Tripp’s full devotion mentioned at the beginning of the episode? Take a look at the devotion from his book New Morning Mercies.
    Operation Christmas Child shoebox season is here! Click here to find COVID-19 updates, gift suggestions, and ways to get involved.
    Read more about how ‘Dr. Kent Brantly Continues to Share Good News’ after his battle with Ebola.
    Samaritan’s Purse is still fighting COVID-19 by setting up another Emergency Field Hospital in the Bahamas. Find more information here.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=1031 Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:02:34 -0400 2303 full false     Hearts to Serve: Volunteers Deploy Across the Country Hearts to Serve: Volunteers Deploy Across the Country Tune in to “Hearts to Serve: Volunteers Deploy Across the Country,” to hear how Marie witnesses the local church stepping outside their walls to help families in hurting communities.

    Is God calling you to be a part of disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse? Take a look at our volunteer opportunities.
    Read more stories from each of our U.S. Disaster Relief sites here.
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about having peace with God.

    ]]>     Tune in to “Hearts to Serve: Volunteers Deploy Across the Country,” to hear how Marie witnesses the local church stepping outside their walls to help families in hurting communities.

    Is God calling you to be a part of disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse? Take a look at our volunteer opportunities.
    Read more stories from each of our U.S. Disaster Relief sites here.
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about having peace with God.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=997 Wed, 07 Oct 2020 08:47:27 -0400 1525 full false     BONUS: Conversation with Kristy Graham, Celebrating One Year BONUS: Conversation with Kristy Graham, Celebrating One Year Thank you for joining us as we celebrate one year of the On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse podcast.

    Check out our website to see photos and insider details for every episode.
    Read more about the work of Samaritan’s Purse.
    Follow us on Instagram to learn more about the podcast team and the making of each episode.

    ]]>     Thank you for joining us as we celebrate one year of the On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse podcast.

    Check out our website to see photos and insider details for every episode.
    Read more about the work of Samaritan’s Purse.
    Follow us on Instagram to learn more about the podcast team and the making of each episode.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=980 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 02:30:12 -0400 2579 full false     Meeting Physical and Spiritual Needs in Bolivia Meeting Physical and Spiritual Needs in Bolivia Samaritan’s Purse partnered with over 100 churches in Bolivia to provide food packages to families in need.

    Read more about how Samaritan’s Purse is Supporting Bolivian Families During the Pandemic. Check out our website for more information.
    One of our podcast guests, Grace Wright, gives a video tour– showing a new church that Samaritan’s Purse helped build in the country.
    Take a look at our Instagram to get a behind-the-scenes look of the making of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse.

    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse partnered with over 100 churches in Bolivia to provide food packages to families in need.

    Read more about how Samaritan’s Purse is Supporting Bolivian Families During the Pandemic. Check out our website for more information.
    One of our podcast guests, Grace Wright, gives a video tour– showing a new church that Samaritan’s Purse helped build in the country.
    Take a look at our Instagram to get a behind-the-scenes look of the making of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=966 Wed, 23 Sep 2020 18:52:50 -0400 1159 full false     From Nepal to Togo: Doctors Prepare for Remote Mission Hospitals From Nepal to Togo: Doctors Prepare for Remote Mission Hospitals Samaritan’s Purse provides logistical and spiritual support to doctors in the Post-Residency Program as they serve alongside career medical missionaries.

    Learn more about opportunities for medical professionals to serve overseas with World Medical Mission.
    Is God calling you to a career in medical missions? Find out more about the Post-Residency Program.
    Read how Samaritan’s Purse is ‘Sending New Doctors to the Mission Field.‘
    What’s it like to experience day in the life of a Post-Residency doctor? Watch ‘Answering God’s Call to Medical Missions.‘

    ]]>     Samaritan’s Purse provides logistical and spiritual support to doctors in the Post-Residency Program as they serve alongside career medical missionaries.

    Learn more about opportunities for medical professionals to serve overseas with World Medical Mission.
    Is God calling you to a career in medical missions? Find out more about the Post-Residency Program.
    Read how Samaritan’s Purse is ‘Sending New Doctors to the Mission Field.‘
    What’s it like to experience day in the life of a Post-Residency doctor? Watch ‘Answering God’s Call to Medical Missions.‘

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=943 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 03:00:55 -0400 1444 full false     COVID-19 Updates: Equipping Churches to Respond Around the World COVID-19 Updates: Equipping Churches to Respond Around the World “Our donor ministry team started reaching out to our donors and asking them how we can pray from them. It was good to be able to say to our supporters, ‘Our whole team is praying every morning for your situation and what you’re going through.'” —Sylke Busenbender, “COVID-19 Updates: Equipping Churches to Respond Around the World”

    Stay updated on information related to our international response to the coronavirus outbreak.
    Listen and learn more about our response to the COVID-19 outbreak from previous podcast episodes: Hope in Cremona, Italy, Central Park Emergency Field Hospital, and Fighting Fear; Devotions with Edward Graham.
    Follow us on Instagram for more behind the scenes content.

    ]]>     “Our donor ministry team started reaching out to our donors and asking them how we can pray from them. It was good to be able to say to our supporters, ‘Our whole team is praying every morning for your situation and what you’re going through.'” —Sylke Busenbender, “COVID-19 Updates: Equipping Churches to Respond Around the World”

    Stay updated on information related to our international response to the coronavirus outbreak.
    Listen and learn more about our response to the COVID-19 outbreak from previous podcast episodes: Hope in Cremona, Italy, Central Park Emergency Field Hospital, and Fighting Fear; Devotions with Edward Graham.
    Follow us on Instagram for more behind the scenes content.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=882 Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:30:39 -0400 1775 full false     Operation Christmas Child: COVID-19 Updates Operation Christmas Child: COVID-19 Updates Kristy Graham remembers the joy of processing and distributing gift-filled shoeboxes in seasons past in “Operation Christmas Child; COVID-19 Updates."

    Stay updated on current information from our Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child Landing Page, including specific COVID-19 updates.
    Another great option to share God’s love is to build a shoebox online. It’s a convenient and personal way to give shoebox gifts directly from home.
    Listen and learn more about Operation Christmas Child from previous On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse podcast episodes “Operation Christmas Child in Ecuador” and “Processing Centers for Operation Christmas Child”.
    Want to know more about our work in Sudan? Read how Samaritan’s Purse Joins Fight Against COVID-19 in Sudan.

    ]]>     Kristy Graham remembers the joy of processing and distributing gift-filled shoeboxes in seasons past in “Operation Christmas Child; COVID-19 Updates."

    Stay updated on current information from our Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child Landing Page, including specific COVID-19 updates.
    Another great option to share God’s love is to build a shoebox online. It’s a convenient and personal way to give shoebox gifts directly from home.
    Listen and learn more about Operation Christmas Child from previous On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse podcast episodes “Operation Christmas Child in Ecuador” and “Processing Centers for Operation Christmas Child”.
    Want to know more about our work in Sudan? Read how Samaritan’s Purse Joins Fight Against COVID-19 in Sudan.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=869 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 16:27:25 -0400 2110 full false     Healed Hearts: Nine Children Return Home to Mongolia Healed Hearts: Nine Children Return Home to Mongolia Through the work of Children’s Heart Project, five-year-old Erdene came to the United States with a heart defect, and is now returning to Mongolia healthy and full of energy.

    Visit our Children’s Heart Project landing page to learn more information.
    Read about how these Children Take Special Flight Home to Mongolia After Life-Changing Heart Surgeries.

    ]]>     Through the work of Children’s Heart Project, five-year-old Erdene came to the United States with a heart defect, and is now returning to Mongolia healthy and full of energy.

    Visit our Children’s Heart Project landing page to learn more information.
    Read about how these Children Take Special Flight Home to Mongolia After Life-Changing Heart Surgeries.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=848 Wed, 15 Jul 2020 03:30:14 -0400 1613 full false     The Lifelong Impact of Operation Heal Our Patriots The Lifelong Impact of Operation Heal Our Patriots Tune in to “The Lifelong Impact of Operation Heal Our Patriots,” to hear how Samaritan’s Purse is providing encouragement to alumni long after they leave Alaska.

    Are you or your spouse a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty after September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots.
    Discover more about how Operation Heal Our Patriots is working to strengthen the relationships and faith of our wounded veterans here.
    Be encouraged by the latest updates from Alaska.

    ]]>     Tune in to “The Lifelong Impact of Operation Heal Our Patriots,” to hear how Samaritan’s Purse is providing encouragement to alumni long after they leave Alaska.

    Are you or your spouse a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty after September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots.
    Discover more about how Operation Heal Our Patriots is working to strengthen the relationships and faith of our wounded veterans here.
    Be encouraged by the latest updates from Alaska.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=817 Wed, 01 Jul 2020 09:57:28 -0400 2300 full false     In the News – Prayers for Racial Reconciliation In the News – Prayers for Racial Reconciliation On May 25, 2020, George Floyd, an innocent black man, was murdered by a white police officer in Minneapolis. In response, protests have broken out across the nation. In this time of grief and uncertainty, Kristy Graham brings God’s Word to the forefront of the conversation.

    Are you interested in getting involved with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Rapid Response Team? Learn more here.
    Want to learn more about how God is working on the ground through the Rapid Response Team? Read about how a Minnesota National Guard Solider Becomes a Follower of Christ.

    ]]>     On May 25, 2020, George Floyd, an innocent black man, was murdered by a white police officer in Minneapolis. In response, protests have broken out across the nation. In this time of grief and uncertainty, Kristy Graham brings God’s Word to the forefront of the conversation.

    Are you interested in getting involved with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Rapid Response Team? Learn more here.
    Want to learn more about how God is working on the ground through the Rapid Response Team? Read about how a Minnesota National Guard Solider Becomes a Follower of Christ.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=734 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 08:08:57 -0400 2169 full false     Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Died for Our Freedom Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Died for Our Freedom Thank you for joining us as On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse honors the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the Gold Star families for carrying the burden of their loss. In this episode, Kristy Graham dives deeper into what it means to learn their stories, speak their names, and honor their legacy.

    Want to learn more about Wear Blue: Run to Remember? Check out the website with more information about Memorial Day here.
    If you are a Gold Star wife, please consider applying to the “Gold Star Wives Retreat—Past, Present, and Future” hosted by Michael and Cindy Easley at The Billy Graham Training Center.
    Kristy’s friend, Kiley Frederick Bult, wrote a devotional about how she grew closer to God even after her husband was killed in the service. Click this link to read her devotion, “Treasures in the Darkness.”
    Click this link for a free downloadable PDF of hope-filled scriptures for Memorial Day.
    Are you wanting more resources and information about Memorial Day? Check out “Operation We Are Here,” for access to facts, videos, articles and observances.

    ]]>     Thank you for joining us as On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse honors the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the Gold Star families for carrying the burden of their loss. In this episode, Kristy Graham dives deeper into what it means to learn their stories, speak their names, and honor their legacy.

    Want to learn more about Wear Blue: Run to Remember? Check out the website with more information about Memorial Day here.
    If you are a Gold Star wife, please consider applying to the “Gold Star Wives Retreat—Past, Present, and Future” hosted by Michael and Cindy Easley at The Billy Graham Training Center.
    Kristy’s friend, Kiley Frederick Bult, wrote a devotional about how she grew closer to God even after her husband was killed in the service. Click this link to read her devotion, “Treasures in the Darkness.”
    Click this link for a free downloadable PDF of hope-filled scriptures for Memorial Day.
    Are you wanting more resources and information about Memorial Day? Check out “Operation We Are Here,” for access to facts, videos, articles and observances.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=702 Wed, 20 May 2020 14:00:54 -0400 2597 full false     Honoring Mothers Around the World Honoring Mothers Around the World We invite you to celebrate Mother’s Day with On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse as Kristy Graham offers ways to honor, remember, and pray for mothers across the globe. In this eye-opening episode, you’ll hear Kristy’s phone call with her sister-in-law, Cissie Graham Lynch, as they discuss Samaritan’s Purse maternal and child health around the world.

    Visit our website as Cissie Graham Lynch shares more about her experiences raising children and meeting mothers around the world.
    To hear more about having a fearless faith in the midst of a compromising culture, listen to Cissie Graham Lynch’s podcast, Fearless.
    Join our community on Instagram to take a look behind the scenes of the podcast.

    ]]>     We invite you to celebrate Mother’s Day with On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse as Kristy Graham offers ways to honor, remember, and pray for mothers across the globe. In this eye-opening episode, you’ll hear Kristy’s phone call with her sister-in-law, Cissie Graham Lynch, as they discuss Samaritan’s Purse maternal and child health around the world.

    Visit our website as Cissie Graham Lynch shares more about her experiences raising children and meeting mothers around the world.
    To hear more about having a fearless faith in the midst of a compromising culture, listen to Cissie Graham Lynch’s podcast, Fearless.
    Join our community on Instagram to take a look behind the scenes of the podcast.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=647 Fri, 08 May 2020 12:41:04 -0400 2290 full false     Tornadoes in Laurel, MS Tornadoes in Laurel, MS Thank you for listening to the final episode of our U.S. Disaster Relief mini-series. In this four-part special, Kristy Graham has taken you to Chattanooga, TN; Seneca, SC; Monroe, LA; and now, Laurel, MS.

    To learn more about U.S. Disaster Relief’s response to those affected by the tornadoes, listen to our last 3 episodes in this mini-series; Chattanooga, TN, Seneca, SC, and Monroe, LA.
    Stay up to date with stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the storm-system.
    Join our community on Instagram to take a look behind the scenes of the podcast.

    ]]>     Thank you for listening to the final episode of our U.S. Disaster Relief mini-series. In this four-part special, Kristy Graham has taken you to Chattanooga, TN; Seneca, SC; Monroe, LA; and now, Laurel, MS.

    To learn more about U.S. Disaster Relief’s response to those affected by the tornadoes, listen to our last 3 episodes in this mini-series; Chattanooga, TN, Seneca, SC, and Monroe, LA.
    Stay up to date with stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the storm-system.
    Join our community on Instagram to take a look behind the scenes of the podcast.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=641 Sat, 02 May 2020 17:43:38 -0400 817 full false     Tornadoes in Monroe, LA Tornadoes in Monroe, LA Tune in to the third episode of our four-part series featuring work Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief is doing in Monroe, Louisiana. Over Easter weekend, three tornadoes damaged more than 400 homes, leaving the community in physical and emotional distress. Today, hear as Kristy Graham talks with Shannon Daley, a regional program manager for U.S.

    To learn more about U.S. Disaster Relief’s response to those affected by the tornadoes, listen to the first two episodes of the mini-series that focus on Chattanooga, TN, and Seneca, SC.
    Stay up to date with stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the storm-system.
    Join our community on Instagram for a look behind the scenes here on the podcast.

    ]]>     Tune in to the third episode of our four-part series featuring work Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief is doing in Monroe, Louisiana. Over Easter weekend, three tornadoes damaged more than 400 homes, leaving the community in physical and emotional distress. Today, hear as Kristy Graham talks with Shannon Daley, a regional program manager for U.S.

    To learn more about U.S. Disaster Relief’s response to those affected by the tornadoes, listen to the first two episodes of the mini-series that focus on Chattanooga, TN, and Seneca, SC.
    Stay up to date with stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the storm-system.
    Join our community on Instagram for a look behind the scenes here on the podcast.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=626 Fri, 01 May 2020 15:17:59 -0400 1156 full false     Tornadoes in Seneca, SC Tornadoes in Seneca, SC Thank you for joining us in episode two of our four-part series highlighting the U.S. disaster response teams after a major storm-system swept through Tennessee, South Carolina, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

    Listen to part one of this mini-series, "Tornadoes in Chattanooga, TN” to learn more about U.S. Disaster Relief response to those affected by these tornadoes.
    Find up to date stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the storm-system.
    Take a look behind the scenes of the podcast by joining our community on Instagram.

    ]]>     Thank you for joining us in episode two of our four-part series highlighting the U.S. disaster response teams after a major storm-system swept through Tennessee, South Carolina, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

    Listen to part one of this mini-series, "Tornadoes in Chattanooga, TN” to learn more about U.S. Disaster Relief response to those affected by these tornadoes.
    Find up to date stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the storm-system.
    Take a look behind the scenes of the podcast by joining our community on Instagram.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=613 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 18:19:27 -0400 1845 full false     Tornadoes in Chattanooga, TN Tornadoes in Chattanooga, TN Welcome to the first episode of a four-part mini-series featuring the work Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief is providing in the Southeast.

    Listen to "In the News – Tornadoes in the South" for more information about the U.S. Disaster Relief response to those affected by this storm-system.
    Stay up to date with stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the tornadoes.
    Join our community on Instagram for more behind the scenes content.

    ]]>     Welcome to the first episode of a four-part mini-series featuring the work Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief is providing in the Southeast.

    Listen to "In the News – Tornadoes in the South" for more information about the U.S. Disaster Relief response to those affected by this storm-system.
    Stay up to date with stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the tornadoes.
    Join our community on Instagram for more behind the scenes content.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=593 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:25:08 -0400 1027 full false     Hope in Cremona, Italy Hope in Cremona, Italy Welcome to another episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. In this informative feature, you’ll hear many voices of doctors, patients, nurses, and staff serving on the ground in Cremona, Italy. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear the theme of hope as our teams continue to give critical care to patients suffering from COVID-19.

    Hear more about Francesco's story, and find more videos of the patients at the Emergency Field Hospital.
    Hear more about our airlift to Cremona, Italy.
    Learn more about our response to COVID-19 in New York City.
    Listen back to how we are operating an Emergency Field Hospital in Central Park, New York.
    Read more about our work through Emergency Field Hospitals in Cremona, Italy and New York City.

    ]]>     Welcome to another episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. In this informative feature, you’ll hear many voices of doctors, patients, nurses, and staff serving on the ground in Cremona, Italy. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear the theme of hope as our teams continue to give critical care to patients suffering from COVID-19.

    Hear more about Francesco's story, and find more videos of the patients at the Emergency Field Hospital.
    Hear more about our airlift to Cremona, Italy.
    Learn more about our response to COVID-19 in New York City.
    Listen back to how we are operating an Emergency Field Hospital in Central Park, New York.
    Read more about our work through Emergency Field Hospitals in Cremona, Italy and New York City.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=586 Fri, 24 Apr 2020 18:04:06 -0400 1820 full false     In the News – Tornadoes in the South In the News – Tornadoes in the South This Easter weekend, a devastating storm system ripped through the Southeast. In this episode, we hear how the ministry is taking immediate action to help hurting families.

    Learn more about volunteering with the U.S. Disaster Relief teams.
    Read more stories of how U.S. Disaster Relief is responding to storms.
    Follow us on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content.

    ]]>     This Easter weekend, a devastating storm system ripped through the Southeast. In this episode, we hear how the ministry is taking immediate action to help hurting families.

    Learn more about volunteering with the U.S. Disaster Relief teams.
    Read more stories of how U.S. Disaster Relief is responding to storms.
    Follow us on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=565 Wed, 22 Apr 2020 01:00:21 -0400 1147 full false     Central Park Emergency Field Hospital Central Park Emergency Field Hospital Since April 1, Samaritan’s Purse doctors, nurses, and disaster response specialists have sacrificed to help treat patients with COVID-19 at the Emergency Field Hospital in New York City. In this week’s episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, Kristy speaks with the vice president of programs and government relations, and an ICU nurse on our Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART).

    Are you a licensed medical professional seeking to serve in Jesus’ Name? Apply to be a part of our Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Listen to "In the News – Combating COVID-19 in New York City" for more information about our Emergency Field Hospital in New York.
    Visit our website to stay up-to-date with how God is working through our Emergency Field Hospitals in Cremona, Italy and New York City.

    ]]>     Since April 1, Samaritan’s Purse doctors, nurses, and disaster response specialists have sacrificed to help treat patients with COVID-19 at the Emergency Field Hospital in New York City. In this week’s episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, Kristy speaks with the vice president of programs and government relations, and an ICU nurse on our Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART).

    Are you a licensed medical professional seeking to serve in Jesus’ Name? Apply to be a part of our Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Listen to "In the News – Combating COVID-19 in New York City" for more information about our Emergency Field Hospital in New York.
    Visit our website to stay up-to-date with how God is working through our Emergency Field Hospitals in Cremona, Italy and New York City.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=539 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 18:06:16 -0400 1357 full false     In the News – Combating COVID-19 in New York City In the News – Combating COVID-19 in New York City Thank you for listening to another episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. This “In the News” episode features Kristy Graham’s interview with the deputy director for Samaritan’s Purse international projects. Together they take a closer look at how Samaritan's Purse continues to respond to COVID-19 in New York City.

    Do you have medical expertise and want to care for those with COVID-19 in Jesus’ Name? Apply to serve with Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Read more about our two deployed Emergency Field Hospitals in Cremona, Italy and New York City.
    Listen to "COVID-19 Airlift to Italy" to learn about our response to combat the coronavirus in Cremona, Italy.

    ]]>     Thank you for listening to another episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. This “In the News” episode features Kristy Graham’s interview with the deputy director for Samaritan’s Purse international projects. Together they take a closer look at how Samaritan's Purse continues to respond to COVID-19 in New York City.

    Do you have medical expertise and want to care for those with COVID-19 in Jesus’ Name? Apply to serve with Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Read more about our two deployed Emergency Field Hospitals in Cremona, Italy and New York City.
    Listen to "COVID-19 Airlift to Italy" to learn about our response to combat the coronavirus in Cremona, Italy.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=508 Wed, 08 Apr 2020 01:00:30 -0400 2564 full false     COVID-19 Airlift to Italy COVID-19 Airlift to Italy “As you’re fighting your own battles in your own communities with this virus, I hope hearing the prayers in this episode encourages you.” – Kristy Graham

    Find more stories on how Samaritan’s Purse is battling COVID-19 on the ground in Italy.
    Listen to "Fighting Fear: Devotions with Edward Graham" for hope and encouragement in the midst of this pandemic.
    Learn more about peace with God, and having a personal relationship with Christ.

    ]]>     “As you’re fighting your own battles in your own communities with this virus, I hope hearing the prayers in this episode encourages you.” – Kristy Graham

    Find more stories on how Samaritan’s Purse is battling COVID-19 on the ground in Italy.
    Listen to "Fighting Fear: Devotions with Edward Graham" for hope and encouragement in the midst of this pandemic.
    Learn more about peace with God, and having a personal relationship with Christ.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=488 Wed, 25 Mar 2020 10:21:51 -0400 1178 full false     Fighting Fear: Devotions with Edward Graham Fighting Fear: Devotions with Edward Graham As headlines about COVID-19 change every hour, Samaritan’s Purse is looking to help the hurting and broken. This week, Edward Graham delivered a powerful message about COVID-19 and fear to our staff members. We want to share this encouraging word with you.

    Read more about the setup of our Emergency Field Hospital in Cremona, Italy.
    Join our community on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content.

    ]]>     As headlines about COVID-19 change every hour, Samaritan’s Purse is looking to help the hurting and broken. This week, Edward Graham delivered a powerful message about COVID-19 and fear to our staff members. We want to share this encouraging word with you.

    Read more about the setup of our Emergency Field Hospital in Cremona, Italy.
    Join our community on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=473 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:11:59 -0400 1116 full false     In the News – Coronavirus and Fear In the News – Coronavirus and Fear News about the Coronavirus continues to change moment by moment – invoking fear in the hearts of many. In this episode, Kristy uses God’s word to strengthen and embolden those who are anxious.

    Stay up to date on how Samaritan's Purse is responding to COVID-19.
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about peace with God here.

    ]]>     News about the Coronavirus continues to change moment by moment – invoking fear in the hearts of many. In this episode, Kristy uses God’s word to strengthen and embolden those who are anxious.

    Stay up to date on how Samaritan's Purse is responding to COVID-19.
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about peace with God here.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=461 Mon, 16 Mar 2020 18:39:54 -0400 2363 full false     In the News – Tennessee Tornadoes In the News – Tennessee Tornadoes Kristy sheds light on the headlines of the devastating Tennessee tornados that ripped through Nashville and the surrounding areas last week. Jump behind the scenes with Kristy as she hears from Shannon Daley, a staff member on the ground. Shannon serves as regional program manager on our U.S. disaster relief team.

    Do you feel that God is calling you to help those affected by the Tennessee tornadoes? Sign up to volunteer with the U.S. Disaster Relief team.
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is working to bring hope throughout Tennessee in East Nashville, Mount Juliet, and Cookeville.

    ]]>     Kristy sheds light on the headlines of the devastating Tennessee tornados that ripped through Nashville and the surrounding areas last week. Jump behind the scenes with Kristy as she hears from Shannon Daley, a staff member on the ground. Shannon serves as regional program manager on our U.S. disaster relief team.

    Do you feel that God is calling you to help those affected by the Tennessee tornadoes? Sign up to volunteer with the U.S. Disaster Relief team.
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is working to bring hope throughout Tennessee in East Nashville, Mount Juliet, and Cookeville.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=436 Wed, 11 Mar 2020 09:10:16 -0400 1133 full false     Meet Kelly Sites, A DART Nurse Meet Kelly Sites, A DART Nurse Thank you for tuning in to another episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. Our goal is to take you both to the front lines and behind-the-scenes of our work to hear the hearts of those who are serving.

    Is God calling you to be a part of disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse? Apply to be a member of the Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Are you interested in learning more about what a DART looks like in action? Listen back to our first episode, "A Day in the Life of a DART," to learn more about what a DART team looks like in action.

    ]]>     Thank you for tuning in to another episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. Our goal is to take you both to the front lines and behind-the-scenes of our work to hear the hearts of those who are serving.

    Is God calling you to be a part of disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse? Apply to be a member of the Disaster Assistance Response Team.
    Are you interested in learning more about what a DART looks like in action? Listen back to our first episode, "A Day in the Life of a DART," to learn more about what a DART team looks like in action.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=421 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 21:25:02 -0500 1601 full false     Celebrating 50 Years of Samaritan’s Purse Celebrating 50 Years of Samaritan’s Purse Thank you for tuning in to a momentous episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. This month, Samaritan’s Purse is celebrating 50 Years of helping in Jesus’ Name. In this episode, you have the chance to meet strategic leaders of the ministry, and hear about the history, memories, and growth of the organization.

    Learn more about what God has done through Samaritan’s Purse over 50 years.
    Join our instagram community for more photos of the past 50 years of Samaritan’s Purse.

    ]]>     Thank you for tuning in to a momentous episode of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. This month, Samaritan’s Purse is celebrating 50 Years of helping in Jesus’ Name. In this episode, you have the chance to meet strategic leaders of the ministry, and hear about the history, memories, and growth of the organization.

    Learn more about what God has done through Samaritan’s Purse over 50 years.
    Join our instagram community for more photos of the past 50 years of Samaritan’s Purse.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=387 Wed, 12 Feb 2020 19:28:53 -0500 1279 full false     Rebuilding After A Storm Rebuilding After A Storm As we welcome in the New Year, Samaritan’s Purse is hard at work rebuilding homes for families devastated by hurricanes in Pearland, Texas, and Panama City, Florida. Join us as our host, Kristy Graham, dives deeper into the lives of volunteers, staff, and families that are experiencing God’s love through the work of Samaritan’s Purse.

    Find volunteer opportunities with Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief.
    Read the story of how a woman received a new home just in time for Christmas after a tornado ripped through Lee County, Alabama.
    Find more behind-the-scenes photos by joining our Instagram community.

    ]]>     As we welcome in the New Year, Samaritan’s Purse is hard at work rebuilding homes for families devastated by hurricanes in Pearland, Texas, and Panama City, Florida. Join us as our host, Kristy Graham, dives deeper into the lives of volunteers, staff, and families that are experiencing God’s love through the work of Samaritan’s Purse.

    Find volunteer opportunities with Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief.
    Read the story of how a woman received a new home just in time for Christmas after a tornado ripped through Lee County, Alabama.
    Find more behind-the-scenes photos by joining our Instagram community.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=352 Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:22 -0500 1328 full false     Processing Centers for Operation Christmas Child Processing Centers for Operation Christmas Child In this Christmas cheer-filled episode, Kristy Graham takes you to one of the eight Operation Christmas Child processing centers across the U.S. Each year, Samaritan’s Purse collects millions of gift-filled shoeboxes—packed with school supplies, hygiene items, and fun toys— to give to children across the world. The processing center plays a crucial part in getting the shoebox from your home to the hands of a child in need.

    Find information on how to pack an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift
    Learn more about serving at a processing center, or becoming a year-round volunteer

    ]]>     In this Christmas cheer-filled episode, Kristy Graham takes you to one of the eight Operation Christmas Child processing centers across the U.S. Each year, Samaritan’s Purse collects millions of gift-filled shoeboxes—packed with school supplies, hygiene items, and fun toys— to give to children across the world. The processing center plays a crucial part in getting the shoebox from your home to the hands of a child in need.

    Find information on how to pack an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift
    Learn more about serving at a processing center, or becoming a year-round volunteer

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/?p=293 Thu, 19 Dec 2019 09:16:46 -0500 1064 full false     Hope in Liberia After Ebola Hope in Liberia After Ebola Liberians on the coast of West Africa have faced unimaginable hardship over the past thirty years. From a civil war to the world’s deadliest Ebola outbreak, the country of Liberia has suffered tremendous loss. Witness how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse to bring His hope and restoration to the country as you join Kristy Graham on the ground in Liberia.

    Read more about how the Samaritan’s Purse Rebuilding Ebola-Affected Communities Through Agriculture and Livelihood (RECAL) program teaches beekeeping as a livelihood skill.
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse responded to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia.

    ]]>     Liberians on the coast of West Africa have faced unimaginable hardship over the past thirty years. From a civil war to the world’s deadliest Ebola outbreak, the country of Liberia has suffered tremendous loss. Witness how God is working through Samaritan’s Purse to bring His hope and restoration to the country as you join Kristy Graham on the ground in Liberia.

    Read more about how the Samaritan’s Purse Rebuilding Ebola-Affected Communities Through Agriculture and Livelihood (RECAL) program teaches beekeeping as a livelihood skill.
    Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse responded to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://on-the-ground-sp.blubrry.net/?p=223 Wed, 20 Nov 2019 20:42:36 -0500 1231 full false     Operation Heal Our Patriots Operation Heal Our Patriots This week in honor of Veteran’s Day, we are introducing you to military veterans and their spouses—families who have selflessly served our country and fought for our freedom. We are taking you to Alaska, where the Samaritan’s Purse ministry, Operation Heal Our Patriots, takes place. This week-long marriage retreat is designed to provide spiritual refreshment, physical renewal, and marriage enrichment to military veterans and their spouses.

    Are you a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty after September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots.
    Discover more photos, videos, and stories about the work of Operation Heal Our Patriots

    ]]>     This week in honor of Veteran’s Day, we are introducing you to military veterans and their spouses—families who have selflessly served our country and fought for our freedom. We are taking you to Alaska, where the Samaritan’s Purse ministry, Operation Heal Our Patriots, takes place. This week-long marriage retreat is designed to provide spiritual refreshment, physical renewal, and marriage enrichment to military veterans and their spouses.

    Are you a service member from a U.S. military branch who has been injured or wounded in active duty after September 11, 2001? Apply to participate in Operation Heal Our Patriots.
    Discover more photos, videos, and stories about the work of Operation Heal Our Patriots

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://on-the-ground-sp.blubrry.net/?p=200 Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:40 -0500 1133 full false     Operation Christmas Child in Ecuador Operation Christmas Child in Ecuador Please continue to join us in prayer for pastors, volunteers, children, and communities that are impacted by Operation Christmas Child.

    Visit our Operation Christmas Child website to learn more about getting involved in this ministry
    Do you have questions or comments for Kristy Graham? Please email us at ontheground@samaritan.org.
    Join our community on Instagram

    ]]>     Please continue to join us in prayer for pastors, volunteers, children, and communities that are impacted by Operation Christmas Child.

    Visit our Operation Christmas Child website to learn more about getting involved in this ministry
    Do you have questions or comments for Kristy Graham? Please email us at ontheground@samaritan.org.
    Join our community on Instagram

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://on-the-ground-sp.blubrry.net/?p=130 Wed, 23 Oct 2019 01:00:49 -0400 1306 full false     A Day in the Life of a DART A Day in the Life of a DART Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, visited the Bahamas on September 10, 2019, to experience a day in the life of a disaster response specialist and hear the stories of those affected by Hurricane Dorian.

    Apply to be a member of DART, Disaster Assistance Response Team
    Join our community on Instagram
    Read more stories from the Bahamas
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about peace with God here.

    ]]>     Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, visited the Bahamas on September 10, 2019, to experience a day in the life of a disaster response specialist and hear the stories of those affected by Hurricane Dorian.

    Apply to be a member of DART, Disaster Assistance Response Team
    Join our community on Instagram
    Read more stories from the Bahamas
    Do you want to know more about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Learn more about peace with God here.

    ]]>     On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse https://on-the-ground-sp.blubrry.net/?p=31 Fri, 04 Oct 2019 15:47:48 -0400 1146 full false