This is Our Time
by Jarrett Meek, Founder/Pastor/Executive Director
Mission Adelante, like the rest of the world, is digesting the results of the U.S. presidential election. Given our experiences during the previous Trump presidency and the rhetoric and policy statements that have been made regarding immigrants and refugees during the recent campaign, we are anticipating a challenging season for our community and a disruption in the government programs for refugee resettlement and support.
Nevertheless, Mission Adelante is resolute in our commitment to serve the immigrant and refugee communities in Kansas City. We have been swimming against the cultural current for 19 years and we have been forged in the fire of unfavorable political policies and harsh public rhetoric for much of our history as a ministry. And yet, our passion for “loving people from all places” grows only stronger when those we are called to serve are marginalized. The ears of our hearts become even more attentive when we hear Jesus say, “I was a stranger and you welcomed me”. Mission Adelante exists, in part, to stand in the gap for vulnerable people whose worth others may not recognize.
We are not alone in our conviction and commitment to compassionate action. We have seen churches, schools, businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout the metro area and the region rise to the occasion and join us in serving, sharing life, and sharing Jesus with our neighbors from all places. When our resilient and courageous community of immigrants and refugees is joined by Americans who are serious about “loving our neighbor as ourselves”, a powerful “new we” emerges that challenges the “us vs. them” narrative.
Friends, this is our time. And when I say “our time”, I mean a collective “OUR” that includes YOU. This is our collective time to shine and we need YOU to be part of the WE. Over the coming weeks, we will be rolling out some new and timely ways for you to engage. Please stay tuned! Whether through praying, serving, or giving, we invite you to join us in loving people from all places.
Be part of our programs!
We are so excited for everything that is happening in our programs and we are grateful for all our volunteers who make everything possible. Would you consider partnering with us next trimester?
How can you help?
Pray for our program participants would create an impact in our community and grow with their walk with the Lord.
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