Fri
Aug 20
2010
Presiding Bishop Mark Hanson
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,
The time has come for immigration reform in the United States. Yes, the issues are complex and not easily resolved. It is understandable that people are wary of engaging this politically and emotionally charged issue.
Yet it would be tragic if we withdrew as people of faith and our voices fell silent. We have an opportunity for evangelical witness to our faith in God who is present in the stranger and calls us to extend hospitality. “Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God” (Romans 15:7 NRSV).

