Saying Yes to Migrants: Stories of Hope 

July 28, 2024 - Saying Yes to Migrants: Stories of Hope
The number of displaced individuals due to conflict, violence, disaster, and other reasons has surged to the highest levels in modern-day records. In the face of that, Countryside’s Chalice House project has opened our eyes to the many individuals, organizations and networks working to welcome migrants - one by one, family by family - to our communities. Some meet them at airports and bus stations with a backpack of supplies; some house them and help them get settled; some connect them with resources for food, shelter, state and federal assistance programs, counseling, and support; some help them learn English or get work in their chosen field; some help them achieve financial stability or navigate the confusing immigration legal system.
During this service, speakers will share personal stories about how and why they said ‘yes’ to accompanying immigrants in their quest to become productive and valued members of our community.