Immigration is not merely a political issue—it is a theological and spiritual matter deeply rooted in our Christian faith. The United Methodist Church has spoken clearly on this matter. Our Social Principles affirm:
"We oppose all laws and policies that attempt to criminalize, dehumanize, or punish displaced individuals and families based on their status as migrants, immigrants, or refugees... We challenge policies that call for the separation of families... and we oppose the existence of for-profit detention centers for such purposes."
— SOCIAL PRINCIPLES ¶163.G
The Vital Conversations on Immigration series was developed to help local churches explore a sacred calling: a Church that embodies justice, mercy, and hospitality.
In these divided and hostile times, be part of the healing of the nation by learning about immigration. And also still available in September are a few dates left for A Long Talk about an Uncomfortable Truth -- it teaches great steps in how to interrupt and re-direct prejudicial comments.
RevKelly
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