Five Years of Challenges
At 6:07 on 4 August 2020, one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history rocked Lebanon’s capital, killing more than 220 people, injuring over 6,000 others, devastating entire neighborhoods, and leaving an entire national traumatized.
“The situation is not okay” Thimar partners face attacks and threats in Syria
A deadly church bombing in Damascus and rising sectarian violence across Syria have left Christian communities grieving, fearful, and uncertain about their future — yet courageous church leaders remain committed to being a light in the darkness.
Read more to understand the growing crisis and how the Church is choosing faith over fear.
“We could leave the house at any moment, and we never know if we’ll come back.”
In the midst of ongoing war and uncertainty in Lebanon, BBS teacher Nafisa courageously chooses faith over fear, continuing to care for her students while trusting God with her family's safety.
Read more about her powerful testimony of resilience and hope.
Those Who Sow in Tears: Why Our Work in Lebanon Is Not Done
Despite a new government in Lebanon, the country remains in deep crisis — yet Thimar and the Church continue to bring hope through education, relief, and discipleship in a land still sowing in tears.
Read more to learn why this work is far from over and how you can stand with us.
Harvest of Hope: How a church is helping one of Lebanon's poorest communities
Akkar, Lebanon’s poorest region, faces deep poverty and displacement. In response, a church in Rahbeh — supported by Thimar and MERATH — launched a local farming initiative to serve the community and transform lives.
A Milestone of Inclusion Celebrating Our IDEAL Graduates year 2025
This year’s IDEAL Program graduation celebrates resilience, inclusion, and the power of dreams without limits — a powerful reminder that with support, anything is possible.
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