Upcoming events
VOR Women's Day
On April 5, VOR invites you to serve and celebrate refugee women at our Women's Day event. This special day will pamper around 150 women from the Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan with beauty services such as manicures, facials, and spa treatments. A delightful lunch and creative activities like art and storytelling will also be provided. This is a unique opportunity to not only serve but also share your testimony and build meaningful connections.
Men's Hiking Event
Men’s Hiking Event – Connect & Explore with Refugee Men
Join us on Sunday, April 6, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM for a refreshing late-afternoon hike at Peter’s Canyon Regional Park in Orange with refugee men in our community! This is a great opportunity to build friendships, enjoy the outdoors, and encourage men who are navigating life in a new country.
We need volunteers to help give rides and hike alongside our refugee friends. Whether you can provide transportation or simply join us on the trail, your presence will make a meaningful impact!
Let’s walk together—offering support, community, and connection.
📍 Location: Peter’s Canyon Regional Park
🕒 Time: 3:00 – 7:00 PM
🚗 Volunteer Need: Drivers and hiking buddies
Sign up or learn more by reaching out to chrisk@vorservices.org
World Refugee Day - Cultural Celebration
Join us on June 20 for World Refugee Day, a powerful event dedicated to advocacy and cultural celebration! From 3:00 to 6:00 PM, engage in an informative session with business leaders, city officials, and pastors discussing ways to support and empower refugees. Then, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, experience a vibrant cultural celebration, where refugee families will share their food, music, art, and stories, highlighting the richness of their heritage. Don’t miss this inspiring day!
VOR Equip - 4 Fields
In many countries if you take out a coin you will find that on one side is the head of an existing or former ruler. Jesus is our Ruler, he is our King. In Mark 1:17 he commands his first disciples to follow him. A follower is someone who has surrendered to him as their king. There are two sides to every coin. On one side of the coin Jesus is our King. We obey him. On the other side of the coin he promises in Mark 1:17 to teach us to fish for people. Fishing for people is the job of every disciple. You can’t separate following Jesus from fishing for people. These studies are for people who want to follow Jesus and fish for people.
Food Packing & Distribution
Join us on Saturday, Feb 23, at Mariners Anaheim to sort and pack food bags for refugee families in need. Each VOR food bag contains fresh produce, nonperishable items, and hygiene products to support those facing hardship. Your service will help ensure that refugee families have essential food and supplies. This is a great opportunity to give back and make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Rooted Serve: Refugee Cultural Orientation
"Moving to a new country comes with many challenges, but no one should have to navigate them alone. On Saturday, February 22nd, we invite refugee families to join us for a special U.S. Life & Culture Event, where we’ll explore everyday life in America and share insights that can help make the transition smoother. From understanding social customs to navigating transportation and education, this event is designed to answer questions and provide helpful resources.
More than that, it’s a time to connect. This is a community gathering, a space where we can sit together, share stories, and build relationships. Whether you are new to the U.S. or simply looking for a sense of belonging, we welcome you to join us for a day of learning, conversation, and friendship."
Care for Global Neighbors
This Valentine’s season, let’s share more than just words—we have an opportunity to put God’s love into action by caring for our global neighbors. Through Care for Global Neighbors, our partners and volunteers can collect essential care items for refugee families who have fled conflict and hardship, offering them warmth, dignity, and hope.
You can be part of this simple yet powerful act of love by donating much-needed items. Whether you participate as an individual, family, church, or workplace, your generosity will remind our global neighbors that they are seen, valued, and loved.
Family Picnic - Fullerton
We’re excited to invite you to join us for a special picnic in Fullerton for refugee families living in the area! This event, hosted in partnership with VOX Church, will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy fellowship with our neighbors and build meaningful connections. The picnic will take place on Saturday, January 25th, from 10 AM to 12 PM, and we ask volunteers to arrive no later than 9 AM for a time of prayer and orientation and stay to 1pm to help tear down or help with transportation. Along with sharing food and laughter, we’ll have activities to practice English conversation and a fun children’s program to keep the little ones engaged. Let’s come together to extend love and hospitality to these families. We look forward to seeing you there!
This picnic is more than just a gathering; it’s a step toward breaking the isolation and loneliness many refugee families experience as newcomers. By creating a space for connection, conversation, and shared activities, we’re helping these families build a sense of community and belonging. Events like this provide an opportunity for them to form relationships, practice English, and feel seen, valued, and supported in their new environment. Together, we can make a tangible difference in their journey of settling into a new home.
Food Packing and Delivery
Food Sorters help to portion bulk food and sort donated food into bags to be delivered to families. We are looking for volunteers who are friendly and able to lift 50 lbs safely (or know your limits).
Bridges Training Course
Bridges
Crescent Project is partnering with VOR to offer you a highly-regarded curriculum that helps Christians engage Muslims by focusing on concepts shared by both faiths, creating a “bridge” of connection that ultimately leads to Jesus.
The Bridges Course is a hands-on, in-depth group study with a workbook, designed to help you and a small group understand Islam and move towards Muslims.
You can also take the Bridges course through a convenient online class. The course will be streamed live online to those who live farther away from the Anaheim area.
Three Reasons Bridges is Effective
Bridges is one-of-a-kind because it focuses on similarities, not differences.
Bridges is easy to understand, even if you don’t have much prior knowledge of Islam.
Bridges provides useful next steps and stories that help you put the teaching into practice.
Christmas in Irvine
Christmas in Irvine is an intimate celebration focused on sharing the joy and hope of the Christmas season with refugee families. This special event provides a warm and welcoming space for families to connect, hear the Christmas story, and experience the love of God in a personal way.
Due to limited capacity, spots for attending are reserved, but we still need volunteers to make this event possible. You can help by assisting with setup or providing transportation for refugee families to and from the event. Your support is vital in ensuring this celebration is meaningful and accessible to those we serve. Together, we can make this Christmas unforgettable for our refugee neighbors!
GIVING TUESDAY
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity that encourages people to give back and make a positive impact in their communities. At Voice of Refugees (VOR), your Giving Tuesday donations will directly support programs that empower refugee families to stabilize, integrate, and thrive in their new lives.
Your generosity will provide essential services such as English classes, job mentoring, youth programs, and case management, as well as seasonal events like Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations where families hear messages of hope and community. Every dollar helps transform lives, offering stability, compassion, and opportunities for brighter futures.
Join us this Giving Tuesday to make a lasting difference!
Thanksgiving Event
Thanksgiving: A community event explaining that all the families from the Middle East, North Africa, Ukraine, and Afghanistan whom we serve will be coming for dinner, fun games, and a message about God's goodness towards us.