Last week, the Famine team fasted for 30 hours to pray for all of our amazing groups and get ready for this weekend’s big national event! Hilary Hilpert, one of the newer members of our team, had never fasted before, so we asked her a few questions about her experience. Continue Reading…
How would you respond if you heard a 13-year-old girl say that on some days, she simply doesn’t eat?
Over the last few months, we have talked a lot about the Famine happening in the Horn of Africa. Today, we hear from Lauren Fisher, recounting stories from Niger where another food crisis is unfolding across West Africa. We will continue to discuss how these situations are developing and how your Famine funds are making a difference this year in both of these areas.
Continue reading Lauren’s stories from Niger.
February 15, 2012 in
(From right to left: Michael, George, Chris, Leah, Greg, Eric, Adam, David….front row: Hilary & Michele)
Every week, on Wednesday morning, World Vision staff gather at our Headquarters to worship, learn, and pray. Speakers from all over the world have spoken at chapel, sharing their experiences, World Vision’s work, and scripture that stands out to them. And once a year, the 30 Hour Famine team takes over chapel to share stories and gear up for our upcoming National Dates, (shout out to our groups fasting next week!). Continue Reading…
As we get ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day tomorrow, we thought we’d take a look at how other countries around the world will be celebrating. So, if you’re getting ready to express your affection for that “special someone” or looking forward to just telling those close to you that you love them, get inspired by the traditions below. Continue Reading…
February 10, 2012 in
In August, six to eight students will be traveling to Zambia to see how their 30 Hour Famine funds are changing lives: will you be one of them? If you’ve done the Famine & raised the money – apply for the Study Tour today! It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet the individuals and families that YOU have impacted half way around the world. Continue Reading…
Responsibility. It’s such a dynamic word isn’t it? As young adult, I vividly remember the time in my life when responsibility was one of my greatest desires. Back then, my view of responsibility was composed of a want to acquire material objects, mixed with the desire to be in the spotlight. I was, and sometimes still am, hopelessly confused as I try to balance my personal view of responsibility with that of God’s.
In April, three youth leaders will be heading to Niamey, Niger to view World Vision’s work. These youth leaders are veteran Faminers and we are so excited to introduce them to you. They will be viewing World Vision’s long term development work and emergency relief efforts and seeing how YOUR Famine funds are being put to use. You can expect lots of blogging, pictures, and videos! Read on to meet your 2012 Leader Trip winners:
Brian Silldorff, the youth leader at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Columbia, SC, has hijacked our Facebook & Twitter for the day.
With 14 years of doing the Famine and 21 years in youth ministry, Brian has a lot of answers to a lot of questions. So today is your chance. Whether you are new to the Famine, a veteran in youth ministry, or a student, fire away!
All day, on Facebook & Twitter, Brian will be sharing his thoughts and answering your questions as we hang out with youth leaders at the Southeast Conclave Conference in Chattanooga, TN!
