I met Derartu and little Nanati last week in #Ethiopia, where the young mom told me that food grown and donated by Americans, as well as U.S.-funded education equipping #Ethiopian parents to screen for malnutrition and prepare nutrient-dense porridges, changed their lives.

Momina, an #Ethiopian grandmother, taught me what happens when food distributions stop. When a U.S. grant provided quarterly food donations for two years, Momina could save for the future. Now, as she cares for her daughter and granddaughters, they are down to one meal a day.

In #Ethiopia, I met Amina and her beautiful daughter, Mone, at a World Vision USA Nurturing Care Group. Here, families learn to cook nutritious porridge and care for their children’s health. It was my joy to feed Mone as she grows strong again.

In #Ethiopia, I met some of our local church partners from Gelesmo Full Gospel Church, who care for abandoned children, feed the hungry, visit the sick, and bring hope to #Habro. Their feeding program is an introduction to the gospel, meeting both physical and spiritual needs.

On this #InternationalYouthDay, we remember that every young person can change the world. World Vision USA equips vulnerable youth with education, healthcare & hope to impact their communities for generations. tinyurl.com/sponsorWV

Today is #WorldHumanitarianDay, and I’m praying for our staff serving in the hardest places, driven by faith to help empower local communities. At World Vision USA, we partner with local leaders so change comes from within and lasts for generations.

Kelly Reed, a West Virginia teacher, received school supplies, furniture & materials from World Vision USA’s Teacher Resource Center. Now she can focus on her students, not expenses. “I’m helping raise and teach the future,” she says. We’re proud to support her.

At a men’s conference 20 years ago, “Here I Am to Worship” moved me to fully surrender to Christ; my life was never the same. Recently, I spoke with its songwriter, Tim Hughes, about how God uses music to draw us closer to Him. Listen in at tinyurl.com/WVworship.

I recently had the opportunity to offer some reflections on Jesus’ words in the Gospel of Mark: “If you can? said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” —Mark 9:23 (NIV) Watch the full YouVersion Bible App video in the Bible App or at this link: tinyurl.com/WVYouVersion

On World Vision USA’s 75th anniversary, I celebrated with our board and senior leaders. We praised God that we continue to carry Christ’s light to some of the hardest places in the world to be a child. I’m so grateful for our donors, staff, and board. Happy birthday, World Vision!

Last year, I was honored to bring a greeting at Young Nak Presbyterian Church in #Seoul, South Korea, World Vision USA’s first partner 75 years ago. What an honor to stand where legendary Pastor Han Kyung Chik & our founder Bob Pierce once preached! Happy birthday, World Vision!

Today is World Vision's annual Day of Prayer where staff around the world pause to worship & pray for the children we serve. This year’s theme — Light of the World (Matthew 5:14,16) — reminds us to boldly shine the light of Christ into the darkest corners of the world.

I spoke with RNS Fiona André about the impact of US funding cuts on our programs for kids & families globally, and why we at World Vision USA remain confident to accomplish our God-given goals with our faithful partners. Read the full interview at tinyurl.com/EdgarArticle.

On #InternationalDayoftheGirl, we remember the girls worldwide who are denied education and opportunity. With child sponsorship, girls can go from being left behind to leading the way. Join the movement to help us sponsor 1,000 girls today! Visit bit.ly/WVdayofthegirl.

A warehouse in Ethiopia that was once overflowing with food now stands empty. Ahead of #WorldFoodDay, we're calling on U.S. leaders to continue America’s legacy of doing good & building peace through food grown by American farmers. #FoodForPeace

Today on #WorldFoodDay, we honor America’s legacy in the fight against hunger. #FoodForPeace began when a Kansas farmer refused to let his surplus crops go to waste—an idea that’s since fed 4 billion people. It’s time to get America’s crops moving again.

Leadership is absorbing fear & exuding hope. At World Vision, we’re standing firm in faith and aiming to reach 300M people by 2030. Read more in Leonardo Blair’s conversation w/ me for @christianpost: tinyurl.com/HopeAmidstFear.

Praying for our faithful World Vision USA Advocates on Capitol Hill today. May God guide your words as you speak up for children and families around the world. #WVAdvocacy #WVResilient