An additional 17 million are displaced within their countries by fighting or persecution. It consists of Grand Rapids people and others in West Michigan who cannot ignore refugees already welcomed to our country by the U.S. government. These people view Grand Rapids and other towns in West Michigan as a Promised Land. GOD has blessed this area with social structures that are flexible and strong. Jobs are available for those who are willing to work.
Housing is accessible.
Churches are able to reach out to suffering people with amazing generosity and compassion. PARA's staff and board members come from several different mainline denominations and many different backgrounds. For them, PARA is a tool that helps link volunteers and local congregations with refugees who need a home. PARA doesn't have a political or denominational agenda. PARA changed Hassan and Falah's life.