Guidance for Churches & Leaders
In times of uncertainty, pastors and ministry leaders are called to respond with wisdom, care, and faithful presence. This page offers guidance and formation resources to support churches as they share information responsibly, provide pastoral care, and accompany immigrant neighbors with dignity and compassion.
Sharing Information Responsibly
Church leaders play an important role in helping communities remain informed without amplifying fear or misinformation. Sharing trusted resources, verifying information before circulating it, and avoiding speculation can help protect individuals and families while maintaining trust within the congregation.
Pastoral Care & Accompaniment
Accompaniment is a ministry of presence—walking alongside individuals and families with humility, care, and attentiveness. Churches are encouraged to prioritize listening, relationship-building, and prayerful support rather than assuming one-size-fits-all responses.
Faithful accompaniment begins with relationship, trust, and a willingness to listen deeply.
Formation & Learning Opportunities
Vital Conversations on Immigration
A guided learning experience designed to help congregations explore immigration through Scripture, lived experience, and faithful conversation—grounded in Christian discipleship rather than debate.
🔗 Vital Conversations on Immigration Resources
What Does It Mean to Truly Accompany Our Immigrant Neighbors?
Pastoral and theological guidance for churches and leaders reflecting on accompaniment as a faithful practice, with formation resources—including Vital Conversations on Immigration—to support discernment rooted in presence, hospitality, and relationship.
🔗 Vital Conversations on Immigration – Virtual Gatherings
Leaders are encouraged to engage these resources prayerfully and to seek wisdom through conversation, relationship, and connection within the wider Church.