Westminster Presbyterian Church will be holding a series of two workshop on U.S. immigration policies, focusing on the “Christian Response” to the topic.

The talks will be held following worship at 10:45 a.m. Sunday Feb. 3 and Sunday Feb. 10 as part of the church's Adult Forum in the church social room at 17 William St., Auburn.

“It's a relevant topic in today's world,” said church Pastor Phil Windsor, “and an opportunity to grow in understanding of how the issue is addressed by faith.” Windsor, along with church elders Ted O'Hara and Jill Fandrich, will lead the topic of discussion by using a resource from “The Thoughtful Christian” curriculum.

The first program will be a discussion of the current policies of U.S. immigration, along with the opinions people bring to historical and personal perspectives. Windsor said he realizes that there will be many different opinions, however, he believes that “maybe some will change their position.” The second meeting will focus on possible reforms and the pros and cons of these ideas. In addition to this topics, underlying theological and ethical principles will also be discussed, as well as the effect in the rural community on the local implications of the immigrant labor force.

Windsor said that this is an opportunity for people of all denominations to “grow in their understanding of how the issue is addressed by faith,” as well as to be reflective on the issue, despite their position.

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For more information, call Westminster Presbyterian Church at 253-3331 or visit westminsterauburn.org