Appendices to the April 2013 Presbyterian Mission Agency Board meeting
Read this spiritual reflection on immigration and Christianity by Presbyterian pastor, Rev. Juan-Daniel Espitia. Rev. Espitia was born in Mexico City and currently serves as the Associate Pastor at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church. He has been working with immigrants on both sides of the border for 28 years. In addition to being a teaching elder, he is a Licensed mental health clinician but above all, he is a sinner repented saved by grace, attempting to learn what does it mean to be a follower of Christ.
In conjunction with our interfaith partners, the Stated Clerk will submit a letter to Congress urging members to oppose HR 2278 (Strengthen and Fortify Enforcement Act) because it would create an environment where people will face racial profiling and harassment based on their perceived immigration status. In addition this legislation will create a risk of criminalization for individuals who minister with or support people present in the US without authorization.
April 2013 corporation minutes.
If someone you know has been detained, this resource (in Spanish) may be helpful.
In response to actions of the General Assembly, the Initiative Team on Racism and Racial Violence examined the contemporary problem of racism in the light of biblical, theological, and ethical principles that will guide and inform a vision of “The Beloved Community” as the PC(USA) positions itself to carry on the struggle for racial justice in the next century.
October 2013
Congregations with built-in ecumenism
PC(USA) congregations affiliated with other denominations
Download additional resources for Hope and Restoration.
Download worship aids created by Dr. Deborah Blades for domestic violence awareness.