The Vital Conversations on Immigration series was developed to help local churches explore a sacred calling: a Church that embodies justice, mercy, and hospitality.
With a study guide and accompanying videos, each session invites you into deeper reflection on the realities of immigration today, guided by the voices of faith leaders, theologians, advocates, and immigrants themselves.
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
We pray that this journey challenges you, transforms your understanding, and deepens your commitment to live out your faith in public. May these conversations help us become a Church that doesn’t just talk about welcome— but lives it.