Visit another country without leaving Greenwood.

Step inside the real story of a child living in poverty. Listen, look around, and discover how Jesus brings hope in circumstances that can feel hopeless.

Free Event Family-Friendly About 15 Minutes Per Story
When
October 30 – November 1
Friday through Sunday
Where
Greenwood Christian Church
Cost
Completely Free
Reserve an arrival window online

More Than Something To See

Step into someone else’s story.

The Compassion Experience is a mobile, immersive journey inside a semi-truck transformed with detailed environments from the lives of two real people: Kiwi from the Philippines and Jonathan from the Dominican Republic.

Walk Inside

Move through recreated spaces filled with the sights and details of everyday life.

Listen Closely

Use the provided headphones and audio player to hear the story unfold as you walk.

Discover Hope

See how Jesus brings hope in the middle of poverty, loss, uncertainty and hardship.

Choose a Response

Leave with a clearer view of global poverty and ways people can make a meaningful difference.

See It. Hear It. Feel It.

An experience built to put you inside the story.

Inside the Compassion Experience
Walk through recreated spaces and hear each story where it happened.
Guests listening to the Compassion Experience with headphones
Headphones guide you through each part of the experience.
Compassion Experience volunteers welcoming guests
Friendly volunteers will help you get started and answer questions.

Two Real Stories

Choose Jonathan or Kiwi. Experience both if you want.

Jonathan's story from the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic

Jonathan’s Story

Jonathan grew up with his mother while carrying the pain of rejection from his father. His journey explores anger, forgiveness and the kind of hope Jesus brings to both physical and spiritual poverty.

Kiwi's story from the Philippines
Philippines

Kiwi’s Story

Kiwi’s family faced deep loss, financial instability and uncertainty. Her story shows the steady hope her family found in Jesus and the ways they experienced provision when they needed it most.

For parents: The experience is designed for the whole family. It briefly mentions difficult realities including alcohol and drug abuse, gangs, infant loss and child trafficking, but does not include explicit details.

Plan Your Visit

Come when it works for your family.

Register for an arrival window, then come any time within that window.
Each story takes about 15 minutes.

Friday
October 30
12 – 6 PM
Saturday
October 31
10 AM – 6 PM
Sunday
November 1
9 AM – 3 PM

Save Your Spot

Registration is free.

Pick the day that works for you.

*Registration opens on Compassion International’s official event site.

Don’t Come Alone

Who should experience this with you?

Invite your family, neighbors, small group, coworkers or someone who would enjoy seeing global missions from a completely different perspective.

About Compassion International

Local churches helping children find hope.

Compassion International partners with local churches around the world to care for children living in poverty, helping meet practical needs while sharing the hope of Jesus.

Before You Come

A few quick answers.

How much does the Compassion Experience cost?

Nothing. The Compassion Experience is free.
 We recommend registering ahead of time
so you can reserve an arrival window.

How long should I plan to be there?

Each story takes about 15 minutes.
If you decide to experience both stories,
allow additional time for check-in
and any wait between them.

Can I bring my kids?

Yes. The experience is intended for the whole family.
Some difficult topics connected to poverty are
briefly mentioned, but explicit details are not included.

What happens if my plans change?

Your registration can be updated if your plans change.
You’ll register for an arrival window and may
 arrive any time within that window.

Where is the event?

Greenwood Christian Church
2045 Averitt Rd
Greenwood, IN 46143
Open directions

Take 15 minutes. Step into a story you won’t forget.

The Compassion Experience is coming to Greenwood Christian Church
October 30 – November 1.