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​Joseph and Rachel Givens, with their children, Elijah and Micaiah, serve in Calais, France.

Calais, France

Say, “Bonjour!” to Joseph and Rachel

Mission Network staff
Tuesday, September 24, 2024

​Find out what a "typical" day looks like for Joseph and Rachel Givens, the facilitators for the Maria Skobtsova House in Calais, France.

Together with their family, the Givens welcome people who are on the move through Europe and seeking refuge en route to England. The Skobtsova house offers temporary shelter and meals. 

"[Our job is] showing them that they are loved, and that they are wanted," explains Rachel. 

The Givens welcome short-term volunteers to join them in this life-changing ministry. Learn more about volunteering.

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