Resources for Justice & Support for Communities

Articles

How ICE is Mimicking 19th Century Slave Patrols - Draws parallels between what is happening in Minnesota to what happened after the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 - when free states were legally obligated to assist in the capture and return of enslaved people. However, when ordinary citizens (in Boston) saw what was happening in their communities, they actively refused to corporate, putting themselves at risk in order to secure the freedom of their neighbors. 

Boston Quietly Prepares for an ICE Surge - Axios

Authority is a Responsibility, Not an Excuse - Christianity Today

Russell Moore on the difference between having hopeful patience and waiting too long to act. 

Kristen du Mez on Fighting for the Soul of America. 

What Does it Profit a Nation to Deport Immigrants & Lose Its Soul by Esau McCaulley

What to Do if ICE Invades Your Neighborhood

Know Your Rights - Whether you’re a U.S. citizen, a green card holder, a student on a visa, or undocumented, you have legal rights.

Books on the Theology of Immigration

Websites

Haverhill Helps - a list of Haverhill non-profits and food pantries, as well as ways to serve.

Women of Welcome - a community dedicated to diving into the whole of scripture to understand God’s heart for the immigrant and refugee.

Arrabon - equips Christ-followers to pursue healing and reconciliation in their communities, reflecting God’s love and fostering true belonging. Helpful formation resources and ideas on community engagement.

Podcasts and Videos

The Mo News Podcast - A daily news recap that gives a balanced (maybe even unbiased) summary of major headlines.  

The Convocation Unscripted - an ongoing conversation between Diana Butler Bass, Kristin Du Mez, Robert P. Jones, and Jemar Tisby, four scholars who write about religion.