Share & Care Group - Topic: World Religions
Gather together with others doing local refugee ministry: share your experiences, gain new insights from others, pray together, and know you're not alone!
These informal "Share & Care" group meetings occur regularly at varying locations across the valley. There's no commitment and no need to only attend meetings in your geographic area.
Join whenever you can! This time we'll have a special guest, Caitlin Titus, who will facilitate a discussion on the importance of understanding world religions in order to love our refugee neighbors well.
Night of Action For Our Refugee Neighbors
Join us for a meaningful evening of reflection, creativity, and advocacy. We’ll have several interactive stations set up, each offering unique ways for hands-on engagement. You’re welcome to move freely between stations or spend your time in just one.
Here’s what you’ll find:
Letter Writing & Artwork – Create cards and letters for those currently held in detention.
Coloring with the We Welcome Toolkit – Add art and color to pages filled with Scripture and advocacy prompts to send to elected officials.
Scriptwriting Station – Craft advocacy messages around causes you care about using a simple outline.
Calling Reps – Use your script to role play, listen in, encourage others, or make calls together.
Research Station – Fill out an “Advocacy 101” guide with info on your districts, representatives, and key issues.
Prayer & Meditation Station – Pray, reflect, and share burdens.
Baking Station – Make Christmas treats for refugee-serving partners to be delivered the next day.
Volunteer with ICNA Relief
Did you know every Wednesday, our friends at ICNA Relief have a Volunteer Day at their Donation Center? We will be joining them on December 10th to help sort through clothes, shoes, and other donations! These items are then packaged and provided to our refugee neighbors in need. There are limited spots!
Refugee Ministry 101 in Chandler
Arizona has welcomed more than 108,000 refugees--vetted survivors of war and persecution--from all over the world since 1980, and they're here to stay. These new neighbors come from places like Afghanistan, Burma, the DR Congo, Syria, and dozens of other countries. Come learn how this all works and how YOU can best love your refugee neighbors as they do the hard work of integrating into American society.
There's no obligation to volunteer afterward--just come and learn!
West Valley Field Trip
Visit 2 of our local partners providing direct support to our refugee neighbors in the West Valley: The International Rescuee Committee and Friendly House. Learn how these organizations fill critical needs of the community in very distinct ways. Participants will explore ways to serve with the time, resources, money, and voice. (Lunch: Casa de Falafal)
Share & Care Group Gathering
Gather together with others doing local refugee ministry: share your experiences, gain new insights from others, pray together, and know you're not alone!
These informal "Share & Care" group meetings occur regularly at varying locations across the valley. There's no commitment and no need to only attend meetings in your geographic area. Join whenever you can!
Soul Care Day
This Soul Care Day is intended for anyone who is walking in relationship with refugees (as a volunteer, case manager, friend, pastor, etc.) and/or who has lived experience as a refugee.
All through the Scriptures we are told of the value of rest. Indeed, even our salvation comes not through our own work but because of God--the God who never slumbers nor sleeps (Psalm 121), who has held the oceans in his hand (Isaiah 140), who has counted the hairs on every human head (Luke 12).
When was the last time you spent a quiet day with the Lord? Are you weary or heavy laden? Tired from all the noise and endless list of tasks? Come away and rest: turn off your devices, set down your work, and receive from the Lord and from others, just for a day. See how He will refresh you.
All are welcome! Lunch and materials are included.
Cost: You are invited to pay what you can, with a suggested amount of $30 (actual cost per person is about $50). We want this experience to be accessible to everyone!
Virtual Info Session with The International Rescue Committee (1:00 PM & 6:00 PM)
Virtual Info Session: Eating, surviving, and thriving in Phoenix
Learn from staff at the International Rescue Committee (local refugee-resettlement agency) about recent policy changes to SNAP benefits (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, AKA food stamps) that profoundly affect our refugee neighbors' ability to survive and thrive here in Phoenix. We also will discuss ways to advocate for the well-being of refugee neighbors, with our elected officials.
Share & Care Group Lunch
Gather together with others doing local refugee ministry: share your experiences, gain new insights from others, pray together, and know you're not alone! These informal "Share & Care" group meetings occur regularly at varying locations across the valley. There's no commitment and no need to only attend meetings in your geographic area. Join whenever you can! This time, we'll be enjoying delicious Ethiopian cuisine at a restaurant in Phoenix.
East Valley Field Trip
Visit 2 of our local partners providing direct support to our refugee neighbors in the East Valley: WTAP (Welcome to America Project) and ARC (Arizona Refugee Center) Learn how these organizations meet critical needs of the community in very distinct ways. Participants will explore ways to serve with the time, resources, money, and voice.
Lunch: Cafe Lalibela - Everyone will order and pay individually at the restaurant.
Share & Care Group Gathering with Mosaic Elder Refugee Program
Gather together with others doing local refugee ministry: share your experiences, gain new insights from others, pray together, and know you're not alone!
These informal "Share & Care" group meetings occur regularly at varying locations across the valley. There's no commitment and no need to only attend meetings in your geographic area. Join whenever you can!
This time we'll have our friends join us from Area Agency on Aging's Mosaic Elder Refugee Program that provides services and support to elder refugees (60+) living in Maricopa County.
Refugee Ministry 101 in Chandler
Arizona has welcomed more than 108,000 refugees--vetted survivors of war and persecution--from all over the world since 1980, and they're here to stay. These new neighbors come from places like Afghanistan, Burma, the DR Congo, Syria, and dozens of other countries. Come learn how this all works and how YOU can best love your refugee neighbors as they do the hard work of integrating into American society.
There's no obligation to volunteer afterward--just come and learn!
Worship Together with Hoziana Ministries
Come worship alongside believers from across the world; learn from them; see the Lord and your faith through the eyes of a different culture. This time, we’ll be visiting our East African brothers and sisters at Hoziana Ministries in Phoenix.
Summer Book Club: Cockroaches, God, Death, and Mangoes: The True Story of Bikonzi Moise
This riveting book tells the story of young Bikonzi Moise: alongside his mother and six siblings, Bikonzi is ripped from his home and forced into a concentration camp in the middle of the Second Congo War. Through unyielding hope, unimaginable sacrifice, and the wrestling with God amidst deafening silence, this unforgettable story will leave you breathless and inspired.
Now residing here in Phoenix, Bikonzi Moise's story is not just a testament to survival --it's a beacon of the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity and find light even in the darkest of times.
This book will be released to the public in mid-September, but anyone who signs up for our summer book club may purchase an advanced copy through us.
Refugee Ministry 101
Arizona has welcomed more than 108,000 refugees--vetted survivors of war and persecution--from all over the world since 1980, and they're here to stay. These new neighbors come from places like Afghanistan, Burma, the DR Congo, Syria, and dozens of other countries. Come learn how this all works and how YOU can best love your refugee neighbors as they do the hard work of integrating into American society.
There's no obligation to volunteer afterward--just come and learn!
Share & Care Group Gathering with Clint Leavitt and Bikonzi Moise
Join us for conversation with author Clint Leavitt and Bikonzi Moise centered on the new book, Cockroaches, God, Death, and Mangoes: The True Story of Bikonzi Moise.
Worship Together with our Haitian Brothers and Sisters
Come worship alongside believers from across the world; learn from them; see the Lord and your faith through the eyes of a different culture. This time we'll be visiting our Haitian brothers and sisters in Queen Creek. Many of the people at this church are here because they cannot safely live in their home country.
Share & Care Group Gathering with New Empowerment for Refugees
Join us to hear from our Congolese brother in Christ, who leads New Empowerment for Refugees (NER), an Ethnic Community-Based Organization (ECBO) rooted in the refugee experience. Led by those who have lived the journey, ECBOs like NER provide critical insights and support but face unique challenges in meeting growing community needs. Grassroots efforts like theirs bridge gaps by offering trustworthy resources in refugees’ languages, ensuring they feel seen, heard, and supported. Place: Phoenix --cross streets: 32nd and Van Buren.
Virtual Presentation on Foster Care for Unaccompanied Minors
May is National Foster Care Awareness Month! Please join us for a Virtual Info Session with Catholic Charities and experienced foster parents to refugee youth. There is no obligation following the call; just come and learn about the variety of ways to get involved!
Share & Care Group Dinner
Gather together with others doing local refugee ministry: share your experiences, gain new insights from others, pray together, and know you're not alone! These informal "Share & Care" group meetings occur regularly at varying locations across the valley. There's no commitment and no need to only attend meetings in your geographic area. Join whenever you can! This time, we'll be enjoying delicious Ethiopian cuisine at a restaurant in Tempe.
"State of the Program" Update with the Arizona Refugee Resettlement Program
Hear an update from Charles Shipman, State Refugee Coordinator for the Arizona Refugee Resettlement Program. Charles will share insights on this next season in refugee resettlement, expected changes, and how our community may be affected.
Soul Care Day
We invite you to set down your work for a day. Receive the Lord's gift of rest and refreshment, knowing that while you rest, he still works.
This Soul Care Day is intended for anyone who is walking in relationship with refugees (as a volunteer, case manager, friend, pastor, etc.) and/or who has lived experience as a refugee.
Bible Study: Far From Home
Join us as we dig into a 6-week Bible study that explores the most popular migration stories in Scripture, from the Old Testament accounts of Abram and Sarai all the way to the early church’s missionary migration journeys in the New Testament.
All are welcome who wish to engage in thoughtful study and respectful discussion around God’s heart for immigrants and refugees. We’ll meet on Google Meet for six Tuesdays: 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6 from 12:00-1:00 p.m
Share & Care Group Gathering: Special Guest, Daniel Yang
We are honored to have special guest, Daniel Yang, join us. It'll be an encouraging time for our network to hear from a national leader in refugee resettlement, pray together, know that we are only a small part of a national (and global!) network of Christians responding to God's call to care for the foreigner, the orphan, the widow and the poor.
Worship Together with Hope of Life International Church
Come worship alongside believers from across the world; learn from them; see the Lord and your faith through the eyes of a different culture. This time, we’ll be visiting our East African brothers and sisters at Hope of Life International Church in Glendale.
Mini Field Trip + Share & Care Lunch
Join us for our first combined Mini Field Trip + Share & Care Lunch.
We’ll visit Abounding Service, a non-profit organization in Central Phoenix that has been creating meaningful connections between refugees and Americans through Welcome Conversations since 2009. Discover where you could invest your time, talents, and resources!
Afterward, we'll debrief over lunch at a restaurant onsite.
The Welcome to America Project's Mobile Clothing Closet
WTAP Mobile Clothing Closets are a great opportunity to provide new and gently used clothing to newcomers. Volunteer to make an immediate impact by distributing gently used clothing, shoes, purses, and children’s books in an atmosphere of kindness and friendship.
Refugee Immersive Encounter
During this encounter you will hear about the refugee plight in the world, better understand the refugee process and have a meal in the home of a refugee family. This is a small group experience that will allow for your questions to be answered as you hear the stories of this family. Before and after visiting the home of the refugee there will be time to prepare for the visit and debrief this experience.
We'll begin at a local church in Tempe, then drive together to the home of a refugee family, and finally end back at the church for a debrief of the experience.
Share & Care Group Gathering
Gather together with others doing local refugee ministry: share your experiences, gain new insights from others, pray together, and know you're not alone!
These informal "Share & Care" group meetings occur regularly at varying locations across the valley. There's no commitment and no need to only attend meetings in your geographic area. Join whenever you can!
Refugee Ministry 101 Workshop
This interactive workshop will equip you to love your refugee neighbors right here in metro Phoenix. Bring all your questions and join us!
Human Trafficking Awareness 101
Our refugee and migrant neighbors are particularly vulnerable to human trafficking. This educational virtual presentation will explain what human trafficking is, who is most at risk and why, how to identify and help someone who is being trafficked, and how to prevent trafficking. There will be time for questions at the end as well as resources for supportive services.
We are honored to receive this presentation from Ashley Lucie of New Life Center.
Worship Together with Grace International Church
Come worship alongside believers from across the world; learn from them; see the Lord and your faith through the eyes of a different culture. This time, we’ll be visiting our Nepalese brothers and sisters at Grace International Church in Phoenix.
Share & Care Group: Lunch
Debrief and process with others doing local refugee ministry: share your experiences, gain new insights from others, pray together, and know you're not alone!
These informal "Share & Care" group meetings occur monthly at varying locations across the valley. Attend once or once a month! There's no commitment and no need to only attend meetings in your geographic area. Join whenever you can!
This time, we’ll share delicious Ethiopian food at a restaurant in Tempe; sign up here for details!
