Post Election Immigration Concerns and Sanctuary Congregations 

As immigration enforcement concerns remain a pressing reality, it is vital that we come together to support vulnerable individuals, families, and communities. We invite you to join Amanda Craft, Manager of Immigration Advocacy for the Office of the General Assembly, for two essential gatherings addressing Post-Election Immigration Concerns and Sanctuary Congregations on December 3, 2024, 10:30am-Noon and January 7, 2025, 11am-12:30pm.

This will be a compassionate space for expressing concerns, sharing experiences, and building resilience.

Amanda trains leaders in immigration advocacy policy efforts tailored to their unique contexts. Her work is guided by immigrant-led organizations and interfaith coalitions, ensuring that advocacy remains rooted in lived experiences. Amanda’s dedication to this mission is informed by her time living and serving in Central America and along the U.S.-Mexico border. Currently based in Kentucky with her husband and two sons, Amanda is also pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.

December 3 Webinar Highlights

• The impact of immigration enforcement on individuals and families.
• Creating family care plans and rapid response strategies.
• Understanding how the Office of Immigration Issues can provide ongoing support.
  

January 7 Webinar Highlights

• Identifying and addressing the unique needs of your community.
• Advocacy actions and organizing for care and support.
• Developing actionable rapid response and care plans.
• Exploring ways the General Assembly-level Office of Immigration Issues can assist.
  

Who should attend?

• Individuals directly affected by immigration enforcement and their families.
• Pastors and leaders with members who may be impacted.
• Mid Council Leaders
• All who are ready to stand in solidarity with immigrants in your congregations, mid councils, or communities?

These conversations are pivotal to organizing, advocating, and providing care for those most at risk. Together, we can take actionable steps to ensure our congregations and communities are sanctuaries of support and hope.

For more information, please contact Rev. Dr. SanDawna Gaulman Ashley via email: sandawna.ashley@synodne.org or Rev. Nancy Talbot via email: nancy.talbot@synodne.org

We look forward to standing in solidarity with you as we care for the most vulnerable among us.

Register for December 3 Webinar

‍Register for January 7 Webinar