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[Spoiler Alert] Lopez Lomong runs for Team USA in the men’s 5000 meter final

Posted on August 11, 2012 by World Vision social media team in Stories

SPOILER ALERT: If you do not yet want to know the results of Lopez Lomong’s final race, stop reading now. ...

A former sponsored child and decorated athlete turns heads, changes minds, and breaks stereotypes

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Heidi Isaza in Child Sponsorship

Juan David, 22, is all smiles as he takes the podium to receive his second gold medal. Winning isn’t new to Juan, a decorated athlete. He is the proud recipient of four Olympic medals: two gold, one silver, and one bronze. Sure, he might not be the most decorated athlete of all time. His medal count doesn’t come close to that of Michael Phelps. And his 100-meter time doesn’t match that of Usain Bolt, the current Olympic record-holder from Jamaica. But life isn’t just about the finish line. To truly appreciate crossing the finish line, you must understand where the race started — and what obstacles were faced along the way....

Stand by your son: The story of Lopez Lomong’s mom

Posted on August 9, 2012 by James Addis in Stories

Any mom would be proud to see her son compete in the Olympic Games, but I can’t help but think that for Barb Rogers — the woman who, together with husband, Rob, adopted Lopez Lomong — the experience must be especially moving....

Flooding in Philippines causes devastation

Posted on August 8, 2012 by World Vision field communicators in Disaster Relief

Eleven days of downpour has caused flooding in Manila, the capital city of the Philippines. Sixty percent of the city is now under water, and streets have turned into waterways. Close to 1.5 million people are affected by this disaster. World Vision is on the ground, working to bring help to families in need....

Lopez Lomong: A day in the life of an Olympian

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Jon Warren in Stories

We have shared Lopez Lomong’s journey — from life as a lost boy in Sudan, to finding a new home in America, to his rise as an athlete. Now, we want to show you what a day looks like for Lopez as he trains for the Olympics. World Vision photographer Jon Warren traveled to Flagstaff, Arizona, to spend a day with Lopez before he left to compete in London. Lopez’s preliminary race will be televised today. Check your listings for the men’s 5,000-meter run, and cheer Lopez on....