Jesus Was a Migrant Community screening

Join us for a community screening of "Jesus Was a Migrant," a 2026 documentary short by Dr. Jemar Tisby and Tisby Studios that examines Christian responsibility toward migrants and challenges anti-immigrant sentiment through a theological lens. Jesus Was a Migrant, which premiered April 9, 2026, in Los Angeles, highlights stories from the U.S.-Mexico border, framing Jesus' life as a model for welcoming strangers. The film's director, Lauren Vernea, will conduct an in-person Q&Q after the screening.

This event is convened by The Faith Without Works Initiative of The House of Light Church, the Host Partner is Amity Presbyterian Church, the Presenting Partner is Siembra NC, the Community Partner is Jamilah Espinosa, Esq -Espinosa Law, the Supporting Partners are The Center for Social Justice & Reconciliation, The Anti-Racism Cohort of the Presbytery of Charlotte, The Lilly Center for Vocation & Values of Catawba College, and The Center for N.C. Politics & Public Service of Catawba College.

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