Immigration 101: Welcoming the Stranger

Location: Multiple Locations

Sat., Aug. 8
9 a.m. to Noon

United Methodist Church of Libertyville
429 Brainerd Ave, Libertyville

A joint program between people of faith and the Northern Illinois Conference Advocacy Partners Immigration committee to clarify the facts surrounding immigration and to get a theological grounding of our call to action.

A panel of speakers will address the following:

Immigration facts vs. misconceptions
Learn about organizations supporting immigrants
Hear about things you can do to help

Previous Events

Sun., Feb. 15, 2026 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Our Saviour's United Methodist Church 701 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg
Sun., Oct. 12, 2025, 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Wesley UMC, 14 N May St, Aurora
Sun. June 29, 2025, 12:15-2:15 p.m. at Kingswood UMC, 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove

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