Faith, ImmigratioN & a divided nation
OCTOBER 9 & 10, 2026 · McAllen, TX
Keynotes · Breakouts · Brotherhood Screening · Peacemaking Resources
JOIN US IN MCALLEN, TX
We believe it is essential for believers across the country to consider their allegiance to the Kingdom of God, gather to encourage one another, and learn from those actively engaged in both public and faith spheres related to the topic of immigration.
Now more than ever we must be committed both to God and our neighbors in equal measure.
Can the Church Navigate Immigration Faithfully in a Divided Nation?
YOUR SUMMIT EXPERIENCE
What Your Ticket Includes
In a divided nation, immigration has become one of the most difficult conversations for the Church to navigate. The Border Summit creates space to listen to trusted voices, engage the realities of the border, and consider how our faith can shape the way we lead, love our neighbors, and respond in this moment.
Keynote Sessions
Hear from pastors, practitioners, and national leaders who can help you better understand the realities shaping faith, immigration, ministry, and public life.
Breakout Experiences
Move beyond the main stage through smaller conversations where you can ask questions, engage practical ideas, and learn alongside other leaders.
Meals, Coffee + Hospitality
Slow down and build relationships around the table. Your ticket includes Friday dinner, Saturday continental breakfast, Saturday lunch, and access to our coffee cart throughout the Summit.
Brotherhood Film Screening
Experience Brotherhood together and explore questions of belonging, faith, migration, and what it means to truly love your neighbor.
Meaningful Connections
Meet pastors, practitioners, organizations, and leaders who are wrestling with many of the same questions you are—and build relationships that continue after the Summit.
Practical Next Steps
Leave McAllen with trusted resources, new relationships, and practical ideas that can help you lead your church and community with greater wisdom and faithful presence.
TWO-DAY SUMMIT REGISTRATION
$275
Come to the border.
Leave better equipped to lead at home.
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
OCT 9
2026
8:30–10:30 AM
Optional Pre-Summit Experience
Immerse Latino Experience — FREE Breakfast
Immerse Latino Experience, part of Our Daily Bread Ministries,
is an opportunity to experience
Immerse
firsthand. During this
FREE,
interactive and bilingual experience, participants will
discover a fresh way to engage Scripture—reading, listening,
and discussing the Bible together in community.
RSVP FOR THE BREAKFAST ↓
*Registration Required
2:00 PM
Doors Open
2:30 PM
Welcome
Bilingual Worship & Keynote Sessions
5:30 PM
Dinner & Networking
7:30 PM
Included With Registration
BROTHERHOOD:
A Cinematic Musical Screening
Two worlds.
Next door.
A movie musical about two neighboring families —
one American, and one Mexican — and what it means
to truly love your neighbor.
SATURDAY
OCT 10
2026
Doors will open at 7:45 AM and program will end by 5:00 PM.
8:00 AM
Breakfast
8:20 AM
Welcome
MORNING
Breakout Rotations
12:00 PM
Lunch & Coffee Cart
AFTERNOON
Keynote Sessions & Panel Conversation
4:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Next Steps
SUNDAY
OCT 11
2026
10:00 AM
Optional Bilingual Worship Service
Iglesia Misionera Cristo Vive
SPEAKERS & Presenters
Learn from pastors, theologians, ministry leaders, advocates, and practitioners bringing both local and national perspectives to conversations around faith and immigration. Throughout the Border Summit, participants will engage in teaching, panel discussions, practical resources, meaningful conversation, and worship, including a special led worship by Mariachi Contador that reflects the culture and sound of the Rio Grande Valley.
FORMATION
Attendees will leave equipped with understanding of the following
the complexity of immigration policies and current changes
the impact on immigrant communities across the country
the intersection of justice and the gospel
resources to become a “community of welcome”
advocacy resources
the importance and power of proximity to our neighbors
REGISTRATION
PLAN YOUR TRIP
SUMMIT VENUE:
IMCV is a house church founded by immigrants, for immigrants. Strategically located just minutes from the Reynosa-McAllen international border crossing, one of the busiest ports of entry along the U.S. and Mexico border, IMCV has faithfully served the immigrant community for 30+ years. Through decades of social, political, and demographic change, the Moya family has remained steadfast in their mission to offer hospitality, spiritual care, and a sense of belonging to those who are often overlooked.
RECOMMENDED LODGING:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (Group Booking)
PARTNERS
Working together to equip the Church for faithful presence, thoughtful engagement, and love of neighbor.
PARTNER WITH US
Help shape
EXPLORE PARTNERSHIP
Help shape
the conversation.
We are inviting a small group of partners to help shape and support this year’s Border Summit.
If your organization is committed to engaging the intersection of faith and immigration, we would love to explore partnership opportunities with you.
Support the Gathering
Help make meaningful conversations and formation possible.
Connect with Leaders
Engage pastors, practitioners, and community leaders gathering in McAllen.
Invest in Faithful Presence
Come alongside a gathering centered on listening, learning, and peacemaking.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHO WE ARE
At Border Perspective we serve the local and transient border communities, empower local organizations, equip leaders, and mobilize the Church on service-learning experiences along the border.
We have seen the impact of what God is doing echoed across the United States.
Learn more about our team, local and national partners here!
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