The above video is a collection of experiences that Brian and Rachel had in the Gateway district of the Nebraska UMC. It includes music from Braden Garwood (at Kearney Faith), the immigration board game being played at Kearney First and Kearney Faith, and discussions with congregations and adult Sunday schools from First and Faith. The interns discussed a variety of issues related to immigration, including the immigrants' integral role in our communities and economy, as well as the Christian call to welcome EVERY stranger. The conversation centered on how our system of immigration is broken (forcing those to migrate without documentation in search of a better life), how many of the myths concerning taxes and benefits are simply wrong, and lastly how we as United Methodists (and as Christians!) can get involved in the effort to help and welcome the immigrant. As the Reverand Jim Wallis, from Sojourners, says, "We do face a danger from refusing to welcome the stranger among us. And that is a danger to our very own souls. This a religious matter to us...We will minister no matter what our government says. And will call upon them to the best thing and do the right thing and do it now!" Our experiences in Nebraska communities showed us that we have the passion and potential to enact change, to create a system where ALL people are treated with compassion and dignity. We thank all for their contributions and time the last couple weeks! Do Justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with God!