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Deberie, podo patient on her first day of treatment

Deberie Can’t Wait to Share THIS with Others

May 15, 2019

“When my condition gets better, I want to show as many people as possible that this disease is treatable,” said Deberie.Deberie, 38, has been living with incredible pain

US: Training Leads for Disaster Response

May 15, 2019

As part of IOCC’s ongoing efforts to grow our effectiveness and reach here in the United States, more than 30 volunteers completed a three-day training this month in Minneapolis, Minnesota, preparing to lead IOCC’s disaster response teams.

Did You Know …?

May 8, 2019

Our podo work in Ethiopia is already making a difference. And with your help, we can do even more. Will you help us reach our goal of $135,000?

Gaza: Small Steps Toward Better Health

May 6, 2019

IOCC’s new health and nutrition project in Gaza is underway. The programming offers basic health screening to identify and treat children who have micronutrient deficiencies and to refer them to specialists as needed. Malnutrition rates in Gaza are ...

Lebanon: Theater Strengthens Community

April 30, 2019

Acting out everyday situations set the scene for the audience to get involved, encouraging positive interactions among children, parents, and teachers—both on stage and in real life.

Did You Miss Something?

April 22, 2019

Throughout this Lent season, IOCC has brought you weekly staff reflections on service and special Lenten recipes. If you missed ...

How Do You Put Your Faith into Action?

April 19, 2019

Service can be a smile, a favor, a hygiene kit, a hot meal, advice—I feel inclined to serve others because the word itself cannot be defined by one single thing. A simple thank you ...

“I Will Show You My Faith by My Works”

April 12, 2019

In my years at IOCC, I’ve personally met scores of people whose world has fallen apart—through natural disasters and through disasters made by man. Family, home, job, savings, ...

Wheels for Any Occasion

April 10, 2019

Growing up, I was involved in every aspect of Church life—youth groups, choir, oratorical contests—but it wasn’t until I was 16 and attended an Orthodox summer camp in Greece ...

A Practical & Concrete Way to Serve

April 5, 2019

Growing up, I was involved in every aspect of Church life—youth groups, choir, oratorical contests—but it wasn’t until I was 16 and attended an Orthodox summer camp in Greece ...