“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that 
some have entertained angels without knowing it” (Hebrews 13:2). This 
theme scripture will help guide the Christian Citizenship Seminar for 
2015 in a study of US immigration.
This seminar for senior high youth and their adult advisors is 
scheduled for April 18-23, 2015, and will be held in New York City and 
Washington, D.C. It is sponsored by the Church of the Brethren Youth and
 Young Adult Ministry.
“Please join us as we delve into topics that will challenge and 
support growth in our knowledge, compassion, understanding, and faith in
 learning about such an important and timely issue,” said an 
announcement.
The brochure for the event notes that “US immigration policy is a 
complex and polarizing issue, regardless of whether it is discussed in 
the halls of Congress or the Fellowship Hall.... Participants at the 
2015 Christian Citizenship Seminar will strive to understand current 
government policy, various suggested reforms, and the consequences of 
both on immigrant communities. We will learn how our faith in Jesus, 
expressed in our theology and action, can inform and compassionately 
shape our response to immigration.”
Registration for the seminar opens Dec. 1. Space is limited to 100 
people so early registration is advised. Cost is $400. For more 
information and a downloadable brochure, go to www.brethren.org/ccs.
Source: 10/14/2014 Newsline
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