Compassion in a Capsule
Strategic development is an important part of compassionate work. Development moves beyond relief and takes steps towards justice and redemption for the poor, toward God’s plan – toward transformation. When world systems aren’t just, love calls us to respond. Compassion calls us to be present with those living in poor conditions; and, to share in the suffering. Compassion, our motivation, calls us to take transformative action.
Compassion changes things. There’s an exchange of hope that happens when we’re connected – when we’re present with one another – hope that lays the foundation for growth, development…for change. The ministries of Compassion Creates Change™ mobilize churches and communities in partnership to bring relief to those who are hurting, attack poverty at its roots, and work together to create sustainable change...