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Disciples Speak Out for Immigrant Children

June 5, 2018 by Tana Liu-Beers

No doubt you’ve heard the news about children being torn from their parents at the U.S. border. We are properly horrified by this situation, and we can join other Disciples to do something about it. Read more.

Immigration Status & Marriage

February 22, 2017 by Tana Liu-Beers

This document addresses concerns some pastors have raised regarding marrying couples, one or both of whom may be undocumented or lack a lawful immigration legal status.

Apply Earlier for Green Cards

September 23, 2015 by Tana Liu-Beers

The U.S. government has changed the dates when family members can file their applications. Most family members will still have to wait several years, but the wait will be shorter than before. Read more.

Haiti, Honduras, Nicaragua

October 23, 2014 by Tana Liu-Beers

Beginning in 2015, the Department of Homeland Security will implement a new Haitian Family Reunification Parole (HFRP) Program.
The Department of Homeland Security has extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Nicaraguans and Hondurans for an additional eighteen months through July 5, 2016.Read more.

Exenciones Provisionales de Presencia Ilegal

A partir del 4 de marzo del 2013, una nueva ley ayuda a algunos cónyuges e hijos de ciudadanos estadounidenses solicitar tarjetas verdes. Esta nueva regla se denomina “Exenciones Provisionales de Presencia Ilegal”.Leer más.

Immigation Status & Marriage

Pastors of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) have the privilege and responsibility of marrying couples from all backgrounds. In addition to performing the ceremony before God, many pastors also seek to make the marriage ceremony legally valid according to their state’s requirements. This document addresses concerns some pastors have raised regarding marrying couples, one or both of whom may be undocumented or lack a lawful immigration legal status. Read more.

Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers

Starting March 4, 2013, a new rule helps some spouses and children of U.S. citizens apply for green cards. This new rule is called “Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers” or “Stateside Waivers.”Read more.

Who Can Come to the U.S.?

October 22, 2013 by Tana Liu-Beers

An interactive presentation gives an overview of the U.S. legal immigration system.

Good News for Some Mixed Status Families

January 7, 2013 by Tana Liu-Beers

Starting March 4, 2013, a new rule will help some spouses and children of U.S. citizens apply for green cards. This new rule is called “Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers.” Many spouses and children of U.S. citizens who entered the U.S. illegally are not allowed to apply for green cards in the U.S. Instead, they have… Read more.

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Refugee & Immigration Ministries

If you care about refugees and immigrants, there are many ways you and your congregation can get involved.
Refugee & Immigration Ministries equips Disciples to resettle new refugee families and advocate for immigrants. Contact Sharon Stanley-Rea, Director of RIM, for more information.

Recent Legal Updates

  • Stop the “Public Charge” Rule
  • Open Letter to Clients of Disciples Immigration Legal Counsel
  • Disciples Speak Out for Immigrant Children
  • It’s Been A Year
  • DACA Ending

Disclaimer

This website contains general immigration information only. It is not legal advice. Using this information does not establish an attorney-client relationship with Disciples Immigration Legal Counsel. Disciples Home Missions does not agree to represent you in your immigration case or before any government agency unless contracted expressly in writing.

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