The Main Wycliffe Blog

Refugees: neighbours, friends, children of God

Romero House is home to a vibrant community, made up of refugees, staff, volunteers, and neighbours. The photo at left depicts members of the Romero House community at their Easter Sunrise Service.

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“Now, I know kids grow quickly and go through a lot of clothes,” I said. “You are welcome to come down and get clothing anytime.” I was standing in the Romero House boutique with our newest resident. And then she started to cry.

When past and present come together

By Patricia Paddey

 

Jane Hodgins (left) and Judy Anderson (right) stand beneath the portrait of their great-grandfather, Dyson Hague, in the Cody Library at Wycliffe College.

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It’s not every day that one has the opportunity to hear history brought to life, or to see the past and the present come together in a deeply meaningful way. But I did.