The Presbytery of Lake Michigan has launched a new Immigration and Refugee Resources page on the Presbytery of Lake Michigan website. This page is designed to help congregations, leaders, and members of our faith communities respond with clarity, courage, and compassion in a time when many immigrants and refugees are facing heightened enforcement, fear, and uncertainty.
Rooted in our shared belief that every person is created in the image of God and deserving of dignity, safety, and justice, this resource page gathers practical tools and trusted links to support churches in advocacy, education, and direct assistance.
On the page, you’ll find resources including:
- Legal Help & Family Preparedness — Guidance to help individuals understand their rights and prepare for encounters with immigration authorities.
- Advocacy & Allyship Tools — Materials to support faithful advocacy and congregational engagement.
- Detention and Court Support — Locator tools and legal guides for families navigating the immigration system.
This resource reflects our commitment as a Presbytery to welcome the stranger and to walk alongside immigrants and refugees in our communities with faithfulness and resolve.
We also recognize that this work is continually evolving. Congregations and partners are invited to suggest additional resources — especially local, trusted, or context-specific tools that may be helpful to others across the Presbytery. Please contact Emily Franson at efranson@lakemichiganpresbytery.org with suggestions.
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