Seeking to be a source of trusted information/resources for local congregations, Regions, and ministries Justice & Advocacy Ministries offers the following curated list of the articles, explainers, and videos about refugee and immigration ministries.
Know Your Rights
Download the Know Your Rights Phone App from NAKASEC
Developed by the National Korean American Service and Education Consortium, this app is available in 16 languages. It has the ability to read your rights out loud to an ICE or law enforcement agent as well as send a message to an emergency contact. It has other resources as well such as the ability to look up a consulate and includes a sample family preparedness plan. Available for iPhone and for Android.
The Red Card
This guide produced by the Immigration Legal Resource Center provides basic information about important practices to remember during encounters with law or immigration enforcement. You can print out the Red Card which can be handed to an officer asserting your rights.
Languages: Arabic | Chinese | English | Farsi | French | Haitian Creole | Hmong | Korean | Pashto| Punjabi | Russian | Spanish | Tagalog | Tigrinya | Ukrainian | Vietnamese |
New Videos from Disciples Immigration Legal Counsel
Immigration Webinar Highlights: Know Your Rights
Disciples Immigration Legal Counsel Jonelle Ocloo offers a quick explanation of the constitutional rights guaranteed to everyone regardless of immigration status.
Immigration Webinar Highlights: What Your Church Should Know
Attorney Ocloo shares “What Your Church Should Know” about the recission of “Sensitive Locations”, practical steps for dealing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and differentiating between an ICE Administrative Warrant and a Judicial Warrant.
Stay Informed on the Issues
Church World Service “State of Play” Daily e-Mail Blast
Sign up to receive daily updates from Church World Service on the current state of the refugee resettlement program, the indefinite refugee ban, and the funding halt.
Litigation Tracker: Legal Challenges to Trump Administrative Actions
A comprehensive list tracking legal challenges to Trump administration actions.
The site includes direct links and case summaries.
Motion Law: Know the Difference Between Warrants
There is a significant difference between a Judicial Warrant and an ICE Administrative Warrant — they differ in their purpose, the level of proof required, the legal authority granted, and the issuing authority. By grasping the differences, you’ll be better equipped to navigate situations where these legal orders may arise, ensuring you and your community understand your rights and obligations.
El Pueblo Unido: A Resource Guide for Community Leaders
Created by the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) this guide provides essential information to help community leaders navigate policy changes, ensuring that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of immigration status.
Columbia Law School’s Law Rights and Religion Project:
FAQ’s on Religious Liberty and Immigration
The Law Rights and Religion Project created this document to explain how the Religious Freedom Restoration Act might apply to protect people and communities of faith from immigration-related surveillance and enforcement.
Disciples.org: CC(DoC) Joins Multifaith Coalition in Lawsuit
The General Board of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) unanimously approved our joining a multifaith coalition in taking legal action against the recession of the Sensitive Locations Policy. We are one of 27 named plaintiffs in the complaint.
Take Action and Lift Your Voice
CWS: The Ash Wednesday Ecumenical Declaration: Defending Refuge
Church World Service has issued a bold statement uniting faith communities in opposition to policies that harm refugees and immigrants. The Declaration is open for signatures (from Individuals, Churches, and Organizations) and will remain open through Lent.
RCUSA: Congressional Recess Toolkit
Members of the US Senate and House of Representatives will be on “recess” and visiting their states/districts from March 17-21, 2025. Refugee Council USA created a one page advocacy action guide with helpful tools for meeting with your congressional leaders.
Tell Congress: Pass the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act
This law would make it illegal for immigration officials to target places like schools, hospitals, and places of worship—ensuring these spaces are safe for children and families. This Action Alert from Mom’s Rising makes it easy to contact your U.S. representatives.
Additional Resources from Disciples Home Missions
Sensitive Locations FAQ for Houses of Worship
Video: Terminology and the US Immigration System
Executive Orders Resource List (January 2025)
Immigration Resource List (January 2025)
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