Worship Songs
Working with REFUGEES and others in NORTHERN COLORADO
who have experienced displacement from their country of origin
and are on the long journey of RECOVERY and INTEGRATION
ANDREW SANDEEN
I grew up in the U.S. state of Oregon. My college studies focused on Animal Science and led me to a career in animal agriculture. After marrying my wife, Misha (AKA Michelle), I had the opportunity to spend four years in Tanzania, East Africa, doing community engagement work as part of a Bible translation project. After several years working for Penn State, I've now transitioned to working with International Association for Refugees (IAFR) in Fort Morgan Colorado. I spend time in our drop-in office, engage local ag businesses where various immigrants are employed, teach English as a Second Language (ESL) one-on-one, and help with management of a housing initiative designed to assist people who are at a stage of life where they are ready to move towards home ownership. Prompted in part by teachings from the Bible, my aim is to be a caring, hospitable neighbor, especially to those who have traveled a difficult life journey and might benefit from a friendly, helping hand.