Churches Engaged in Faithful Welcome - Recording Available

On December 5, Thrive, in partnership with Exodus World Service—our newly accredited Private Sponsorship Organization—hosted an insightful webinar designed to equip CRC churches and individuals with information and guidance about the new refugee resettlement opportunity available to U.S. churches.

Below you’ll find the webinar recording, links to key resources shared during the event, and additional tools to help you continue engaging with this mission. Feel free to share the recording with your friends, family, and faith community, and encourage them to explore the opportunity to become a sponsor through the Welcome Corps Program.

Churches in Canada should continue to connect with World Renew Canada about refugee resettlement opportunities

Webinar Resources

• CRC FAQs About the Welcome Corps: Get answers to frequently asked questions about the Welcome Corps Program. Visit our resource page here.
• CRC Synodical Reports on Immigration & Refugee Resettlement: Explore the 2010 Synodical Report on the Migration of Workers and Synod’s adoption of key recommendations. Access the report here.
• Immigration Is Our Story Audio Series: Deepen your understanding of refugee and immigrant experiences through the lens of the CRC’s immigrant history. Includes a small group guide for further discussion. Listen to the audio series here.
• Refugee Eligibility Tool: Learn if a refugee you already know may be eligible for resettlement through the Welcome Corps. Tool here. 
• Sign Up for Thrive Updates: Stay informed about our work and opportunities to engage in faithful initiatives like this. Sign up for updates here. 

Act Now to Welcome Refugees

As discussed during the webinar, proposed changes to refugee resettlement policies by the incoming administration may significantly impact programs like the Welcome Corps in the coming months. While we cannot predict exactly how these changes will unfold, we know that the biblical call to welcome remains steadfast.

We strongly encourage you to submit an application to become a Welcome Corps sponsor now, while the current framework is in place. Acting today ensures you can take part in this vital work of welcome, offering hope and hospitality to those who need it most.

If you have any questions or would like further guidance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can connect directly with Andrew Oppong at [email protected]. Thank you for your faithful commitment to welcoming the stranger and living out the gospel’s call in a tangible way.