Migration Justice

We respond to the pain and suffering of our immigrant siblings in Christ and seek solutions that honor the humanity of all God’s children. At Faith Lutheran, we partner with the ELCA’s whole-church response to migration through AMMPARO (Accompanying Migrants with Protection, Advocacy, Representation and Opportunities). In Spanish, "amparo" means to protect a living being from harm. AMMPARO emerged after the church witnessed children forced to flee chronic violence and poverty; its mission now centers on the dignity and rights of migrant children and their families. AMMPARO partners with synods, congregations and community groups to welcome refugees and asylum seekers by providing housing, education, legal aid, healthcare and cultural orientation. Globally, through companion churches, AMMPARO supports people in transit or returning home with job training, trauma care and pathways to self-sufficiency.

ELCA RESOURCES

Social Message on Immigration
Welcoming and supporting immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers

AMMPARO
Accompanying Migrant Minors with Protection, Advocacy, Representation, and Opportunities

Created in the Image of God
Affirming our shared dignity

Sanctuary Denomination
What does becoming a sanctuary denomination mean for ELCA congregations?

Pastoral Letter
Comments from Pastors Carlson & Clausen - January 30, 2026

Protocols for Staff & Leaders
Faith Lutheran Church is committed to being a safe, welcoming, and legally responsible space.