Betty Rendón is a candidate for ordination who is also enrolled as a student at the Lutheran School of Theology (LSTC) in their Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program. She […]
AMMPARO Welcoming
Tenth Anniversary of Postville Raid stirs memories of horror, but also hope
It’s no rumor…the helicopters are here….. …389 workers arrested… …….“Pablo, take care of my children.” …..Tell anyone who is afraid or alone to come to St. […]
New Synod Network Helps Congregations Help Immigrants
God’s call to neighborly love for the sake of those in need is unequivocal. Migrants and refugees are our neighbors. Exodus 22:21 – “You shall not wrong or oppress a […]
How to Prepare to help Your Immigrant Neighbors
On May 12, 2008, more than 1000 ICE (Immigration & Customs Enforcement) agents in full SWAT gear, helicopters and SUVs swooped into the town of Postville. It was the largest […]
Resources for Talking about Refugees and Immigration
ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth’s Eaton’s recent statement addressing President’ Trump’s Executive Order banning refugees from some countries is in line with our church’s tradition of advocating for the welcome […]
ELCA Bishops’ Statement on Immigration
“It is time that we moved forward for the sake of families and our country.” ~ Bishop Ullestad As people of faith and leaders of the church, we support public […]
