The recent influx of unaccompanied migrant children arriving in the United States has drawn broad attention from many denominations across the country. Last week, Presiding Bishop Eaton reflected that, “The children entering the United States have fled because their lives are in danger. God is their ultimate hope, and we can be a sign of that hope.” Rev. Stephen Bouman and other ELCA leaders visited the border last week and voiced their concern as well. Read more on the ELCA website.
On July 16 and 17, a group of ELCA leaders and other agency heads converged at the US/Mexico border to observe the situation and learn from people who are working first hand with immigrants. Read more from Rev. Judith Spindt on the recent gathering at the border.
Download a clever graphic explaining the various options and opportunities our current immigration laws provide.
More information and resources available on the Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service website.
