A refugee family resettled in Columbus

DeborahReunion.jpg“A refugee from Uganda has reunited with her four children this summer after a separation of more than five years — thanks to her dogged determination, constant advocacy and continued accompaniment of her church family.

Deborah Jane Baliraine, joined by allies from First Community Church (FCC) United Church of Christ and Community Refugee Immigration Services (CRIS), both in Columbus, Ohio, welcomed her son and three daughters to their new home in the United States in late June.”

 

To read the full article written by Connie Larkman click here. 

Categories: Refugee Emergency Updates

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