The Border Is A Tapestry
A group of twelve pastors and denominational leaders joined us at the U.S.-Mexico border to witness the complexities of immigration firsthand. Through scripture, conversations with Border Patrol, humanitarian leaders, and local pastors, they gained deeper insight into the realities faced by immigrants and those serving them. This journey challenged them to root their perspectives in biblical justice and to respond with compassion, humility, and truth. Read on for a day-by-day reflection of their transformative experience.
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The Kingdom of Heaven Has Come Near
A Midwest couple’s journey to the border opened their eyes—not just to the struggles of immigrants but to the call to love their neighbors at home. Through simple acts of kindness at a local school, they became ambassadors of dignity, building trust and reflecting God’s heart. Their story reminds us that transformation begins with a “yes” to God’s call. As we step into 2025, how might He be calling you to respond?
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Megan & Roland Gonzalez — Border Missions
In this episode of Peacemakers, we sit down with Megan and Roland Gonzalez, directors of Border Missions in Hidalgo, Texas. Megan’s great-grandparents founded Border Missions in 1956 to share the gospel and meet the physical needs of those on the Texas-Mexico border. Megan and Roland share stories of their family’s inspiring legacy, the evolution of the mission, and how partnerships continue to fuel their ministry work today.
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Borderlines and Borderlands: A Renewed Perspective
Explore the complexities of life in the borderlands through the lens of Yonathan Moya, leader of Border Perspective. This blog sheds light on the experiences of those living along the US-Mexico border, highlighting the work of local organizations, pastors, and community members who serve immigrants and refugees. Discover a multidimensional perspective that transcends political boundaries and witness how God is at work in this often-misunderstood region. Come and see what God is doing at the border.
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César Garduño — Mobilizing Latin America for God's Mission
César Garduño is mobilizing Latin-American students to reach the unreached with the Gospel. As Missions Coordinator at Río Grande Bible College, his background in International Relations, Biblical Studies, and Migration shapes his passion for God’s global mission. Balancing ministry with life as a husband and father, César shares how faith and purpose drive the Latin-American church to rise as a missionary force.
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2024 Border Summit: Global Migration at the U.S. & Mexico Border and Beyond
The 2024 Border Summit united believers at the U.S.-Mexico border to explore the Church's role in global migration. From October 17-20, attendees heard from leaders like Yonathan Moya and Matthew Soerens on immigration, multicultural ministry, and peacemaking. With service opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley, the Summit inspired a compassionate, faith-driven response to global displacement.
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These Questions Remain | A Reflection
A service-learning reflection from Lola Vasquez recent trip to the U.S. and Mexico border.
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Scholarships for Next Gen Leadership Program
Border Perspective equips people of faith to be peacemakers at the U.S. and Mexico border through service trips and leadership programs. Young leaders like Jeff are gaining ministry experience, deepening their faith, and transforming communities.
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Kitti Murray — Transforming Communities with Radical Hospitality
Hospitality is about creating spaces where people feel seen and valued. It’s not just about coffee; it’s about creating a community of belonging. – Kitti Murray
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The Hands and Feet of Jesus
On a recent trip with Border Perspective, we connected with pastors, visited migrant shelters, and learned from churches helping immigrant communities. These trips show how churches at the U.S. and Mexico border demonstrate Jesus’ love by focusing on ministry instead of politics. Come see what God is doing at the border.
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Loving Our Neighbor, Welcoming The Stranger
What does the Bible say about welcoming the stranger? Listen to testimonies of students who experienced loving their immigrant neighbor on a service-learning trip to the U.S. and Mexico border.
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Julie Mirlicourtois — Stories that Change Us; From the Border to a Heart of Faith
This conversation emphasizes how the Church, through a gospel-centered approach, is called to bridge differences among divides.
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What is the Church’s role in global migration?
Attend the 2024 Border Summit in McAllen, TX, from October 17-20. Learn about the Church’s role in migration through keynotes, panel discussions, and service-learning breakouts.
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Jeff Reams — Building Cross-Cultural Partnerships
This conversation emphasizes how the Church, through a gospel-centered approach, is called to bridge differences among divides.
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A Legacy of Love
Rev. Hugo Moya lost his life on April 10, 2021 and leaves behind an example of attending to the physical and spiritual needs of people in need at the border. Read how an immigrant church on the U.S. and Mexico border continues to attend to the need of those looking for hope in difficult places.
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Steven Eng — Immigration & Evangelical Impact For the Health of the Nation
Join us in a heartening conversation that provides valuable insights and emphasizes action beyond words for the evangelical community — and Church at large, as we touch on timely topics like immigration, and policy advocacy.
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Bri Stensrud — The Intersection of Faith, Immigration, & Pro-Life Beliefs
Our next guest is Bri Stensrud. Bri is a human dignity advocate and the Director of Women of Welcome. Her passion is to equip the Church to engage more consistently and tangibly in holistic human dignity issues. In this episode, we talk about Bri's work in the pro-life ministry space and about her journey to re-discover God’s heart for the sojourner.
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Designed For Joy — Trip to the U.S. and Mexico Border
In September, Designed For Joy and Border Perspectives collaborated on a mission trip to McAllen, Texas, to serve the local community and learn about immigration policies. The team visited key landmarks, heard from Border Patrol agents, and supported organizations like Border Missions and Team Brownsville. This experience deepened our understanding of the challenges faced by immigrants and inspired us to advocate for compassion and dignity for all. “I was a stranger, and you welcomed me.” (Matthew 25:35)
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