Who can join the team?

• People with a passion for the church to reach out to immigrants,
• People with a passion for a more just immigration system,
• Experience in group facilitation or adult education is helpful but not critical if you have other transferable experience with immigration or ministry.

It isn't important to know everything about immigration; we have tools to support you on frequently asked questions. What is important is a love for God's church and for immigrants who are new to our communities.

What does the team do?

• Facilitates the workshop in teams of two.
• Generates interest with churches in hosting the workshop through their networks.

Members of the facilitator team are not expected to handle the participant registration process, emcee the event, provide refreshments, or promote the individual events.

How do I become a facilitator?

Step 1: Connect with the OSJ or Office of Race Relations if you would like more information. Email us here.
Step 2: Sign up to become a facilitator and choose a training date. (See below)
Step 3: Participate in a two-day training event.
Step 4: Say yes to a request from the OSJ or ORR to facilitate at a requesting church and/or find a church yourself that would like you to facilitate.

Where and when is the next training event?

Grand Rapids, Michigan: Tuesday, Feb. 26, 8am-4pm.

There is no cost to attend the training; participants are asked to cover 50% of their transportation costs. Facilitators are also compensated $200 each time they co-facilitate the workshop.

Would you like a training near you? Email us with some ideas!

 Ready to sign up?

Yes! Sign me up for the Grand Rapids training event!

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