When Children Rise: Celebrating the Hope of Talitha Cumi

“Talitha Cumi.” “Little girl, arise.” With those words, Jesus showed the world that darkness does not get the final say. Jesus, Life Himself, reached out His hand and raised a child back to life. At Compassion, we believe that Jesus is still in the business of helping children rise — and over the last few […]

Alive to hope: How Easter in Ethiopia brings new life to a family

The savoury smell of a home-cooked meal fills the air. Tsehaynesh sits down next to a simmering pot, stirs its bubbling contents and adds a pinch of salt. Elbetel, her daughter, seems to pop out of nowhere and gently tugs on her mother’s dress.   “Is it almost time?” Elbetel asks eagerly.  Tsehaynesh gives her daughter a nod, […]

Seeds of Transformation: Planting Job Skills That Grow Hope

Fall brings familiar rhythms—new backpacks, heavy textbooks and the mix of excitement and nerves that comes with a new school year. For parents across Canada, it’s a season of routines, after-school activities and hope for how their children will learn and grow.  But for far too many young people around the world, the path forward […]

The world is facing the most severe hunger crisis in 70 years—and churches are stepping up

London, Ontario. (May 28, 2025) – As the world faces the worst hunger crisis in 70 years (FAO et al., 2024), Compassion Canada is marking World Hunger Day by highlighting its commitment to building long-term resilience in communities most affected by food insecurity. Through church-led initiatives and strategic partnerships, Compassion is working to ensure that […]

When Compassion moves in: Janet’s story of redemption and hope

This Easter, as we reflect on the power of Jesus’ resurrection—when life triumphs over death, when darkness gives way to light, when despair is replaced by unshakable hope—Janet’s story serves as a powerful reminder of that transformation. Her journey embodies the essence of Easter: a story of rising again, finding life amidst struggle—and experiencing the […]

Hope lives here: These teens are leading the way in mental health resilience amid poverty

Kilifi County, located along Kenya’s stunning coastline, is home to lush tropical forests, hills and fertile lands that sustain rich agriculture. But, behind the county’s picturesque landscape lies some deep-seated challenges. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics 2022 report, approximately 61% of Kilifi’s youth aged 15-24 live below the food poverty line, which […]

Who is my neighbour? Meet Patrick.

“Who is my neighbour?” Jesus was asked this question in a provocative conversation about living out the Great Commandment—to love God and love your neighbour (Luke 10:27). To answer, Jesus paints a vivid picture through a simple story. The parable of the Good Samaritan is beloved because it brings the Great Commandment to life, essentially showing us the […]

Compassion Foundations: What does it mean for Compassion to be child-focused?

Christ-centred. Church-driven. Child-focused. These phrases are what we at Compassion call “the three C’s”—and they set the tone for everything we do. If you’ve been journeying with us for any length of time, these words may ring familiar in your ears. But what do they really mean? In our new three-part blog series, Compassion Foundations, […]

WATCH: A father’s legacy woven in love

This year, both Father’s Day and the Day of the African Child fall on the same day. To celebrate these unique but significant days, we’d love to draw attention to one of the treasured elements of family that Africa cherishes so well—tradition. Today, we share the inspiring story of Kwabena, a master Kente weaver from […]