Historically, the United States has released more global warming pollution than any other country, and it remains the world's second highest emitter. With its immense wealth and power, what are the moral obligations of the U.S. in confronting the climate crisis? In short, what's fair?

Faith leaders and immigrants from WV, FL, SC, TX, and AZ debriefed the House's immigration actions this week, reflected on the movement to secure citizenship for all, and called on the Senate to finally pass a path to citizenship for aspiring Americans. Conference Minister Rev. Bill Lyons spoke.

Please see the appeal from Beth Strano from the Phoenix Welcome Center. She is seeking help in expanding capacity to host Asylum Seekers immediately. If churches would like their monetary contributions counted in their giving statement they can send funds to the SWC marked WELCOME CENTER.

Click here to see information about the Hope House of Sedona, and their new Homestretch Campaign!

These actions are consistent with actions for which people of faith have called in their advocacy on behalf of migrant families and the pursuit of justice. They are consistent with UCC General Synod and Southwest Conference resolutions calling for the just and respectful treatment of our neighbors and for immigration policy reform.

As encouraging and important as these steps are, people of faith need to encourage local Border Patrol, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and Department of Homeland Security officials to implement the new policies and to support them as they do so.

We have a strong nondiscrimination law in New Mexico, but it can and should be even stronger. Our most vulnerable New Mexicans must be clearly and explicitly protected from discrimination on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity when using government or government-funded services.

Join people of faith from across the country to oppose the expansion of the Line 3 tar sands pipeline. Sign-up now to be in fellowship with others during a virtual gathering in which participants will be supported in taking actions

Author and activist Mark Charles will assess the Biden administration from an indigenous Christian perspective in this free webinar. Has Biden been a climate savior or a neocolonialist? Sign-up now.

The Immigration Task Force of First Church Phoenix invites you to drive through our parking lot Sunday, March 14 or Sunday, March 21 from 8am-10am to drop off needed medical supplies and donations to assist families seeking asylum. The donations benefit One Hundred Angels, a local volunteer group that assists asylum seekers with basic medical care.

Private profit driven prison contractors are inherently incentivized to maximize profits while minimizing costs. These contractors' primary duty is to their shareholders rather than to New Mexicans. New Mexico relies more heavily on private prisons than any other state in the US and ranks high on the number of people incarcerated per capita. It is time for this to change.

Ten local dignitaries turned golden shovels on a sunny afternoon February 11, marking the first step toward completion of SFB-CRC’s new building. Board President Penny Pestle and Executive Director Carlos Valles directed them to seats centered on the property south of The Good Shepherd UCC where the 14,300 sq. ft. facility should be ready in less than a year.

“We are hopeful that homeless families with children in Sedona will not have to spend another winter in the cold in their tents or cars. Instead, they will be able to move into Hope House if they choose.”

We need to pass meaningful COVID relief, not just to address the immediate impacts of the pandemic and economic crisis but also to build people and communities back up. Congress needs to act now.