Distribution of PC(USA) Congregations with One-Fifth or More Racial-Ethnic Membership by Synod, 2010
Membership Gains and Losses of PC(USA) Synods and Presbyteries, 2010
PC(USA) Membership by Region and State/Territory, 2010
Distribution of PC(USA) Congregations by Membership Size and Synod, 2010
PC(USA) Congregations and Membership, 1999 to 2010
Las asambleas generales de la Iglesia Presbiteriana comenzaron a hablar sobre inmigración y temas concernientes a los/as refugiados/as cuando las secuelas de la Segunda Guerra Mundial y la división europea desplazaron a millones de personas. Esto llevó a que la Asamblea de la IP(EUA) en 1953 pidiera una revisión comprehensiva de las políticas de inmigración de la nación. En 1954 la Asamblea de la IP(EUA) convocó una legislación que proveyera para las necesidades de los/as trabajadores/as inmigrantes que habían vivido y trabajado en los Estados Unidos durante toda la guerra y que, en muchas ocasiones, remplazaron a los trabajadores/as que …
2009 miscellaneous information about statistics.
The 206th PC(USA) General Assembly (1994) adopted the “Call to Presbyterians to Recommit to Work and Pray for a Just and Compassionate U.S. Immigration Policy”. Again, in 1999 and 2004 Presbyterians, through General Assembly actions, guided by theological and ethical principals, continued to call for a commitment from both Presbyterians and the government to work toward welcoming immigrants into our communities and providing just laws that effect those who live and work in the United States. The need for immigration reform continues today. In 2006, the PC(USA) General Assembly again echoed what has been expressed for the last 50 years. …
Immigration is not an issue only in cities and towns near the United States’ northern and southern borders. Presbyteries across the country are frequently contacted by churches for advice and referrals to resources to help address immigration problems at the local level.
At the 218th General Assembly (2008), held in San Jose, California, several resolutions were approved. Through these actions the General Assembly has tried to create a way for local churches to become educated and take action on this important issue. The information in these resolutions and the actions they suggest will go a long way in helping us …
This is a database containing links to the immigration legislation being considered by state legislatures.
Color Code: Green = few restrictions/policies relating to immigrants, Yellow = Immigration legislation which may conflict with the 2010 General Assembly resolution, has passed one chamber of the state's legislature, Orange = a bill, which may conflict with the 2010 General Assembly resolution, has passed one chamber of the state's legislature, Brown = Immigration legislation has been enacted, which while not "similar to Arizona," may result in some people not feeling welcome in the state, Red = Immigration legislation, "similar to Arizona" has been …