Immigration is no longer just a border issue, it’s a shared reality shaping communities across the nation. At Border Perspective, we believe the Church is called to respond with faith, compassion, and reconciliation. Discover how you can cross borders of fear and division to embody Christ’s love in your community.
Read MoreIn this episode of Peacemakers, host Yonathan Moya welcomes Kristel Acevedo, Spiritual Formation Director at Transformation Church. Kristel shares her journey from growing up in a diverse Miami community to embracing her faith and calling in ministry. Together, they explore the themes of identity, spiritual formation, and the transformative power of community. Tune in to discover how Kristel's experiences have shaped her understanding of faith and her mission to help others find God in the wilderness.
Read MoreBorder Perspective, through TenX10’s Faith and Service Project Grant, launched its first fully funded Service Learning experience for youth from the Rio Grande Valley. Over six days, students from five churches served local partners, explored faith, justice, and peacemaking, and discovered what it means to live out the gospel in their own communities.
Read MoreDiscover how Border Perspective goes beyond the border crisis narrative through year-round service learning at the U.S. and Mexico border. Learn how long-term partnerships address poverty, food insecurity, healthcare gaps, and youth leadership in the Rio Grande Valley, inviting the national church to join in lasting transformation.
Read MoreIn June, Border Perspective partnered with three local churches in the Rio Grande Valley to host a Vacation Bible School for immigrant children. Using a five-day curriculum linking Bible stories to themes of migration and identity, kids learned about trusting God through the lives of Abraham, Elijah, Esther, Moses, and Jesus. The program helped children see how God is present in their own journeys and affirmed their identity in Christ amid life’s challenges.
Read MoreExplore the challenges faced by asylum seekers through the personal journey of Munatsi Monyandi, Executive Director of DASH Network. Discover insights into the asylum process, community support, and the power of radical hospitality. Learn how compassion and practical assistance can transform lives and inspire change.
Read MoreIn 2018, her journey with displaced people began at a refugee camp in Ethiopia, eventually leading her to the U.S.-Mexico border. Along the way, she has wrestled deeply with questions of justice, faith, and identity. She believes true discipleship is not about easy answers but about being transformed through following Jesus, even when it’s uncomfortable. In a world of competing loyalties, the question remains: who will we serve?
Read MoreThis month, 96 participants joined us at the border for Service Learning Trips — encountering stories of hope, transformation, and God's presence in unexpected places. From quiet moments in empty shelters to community-led legal clinics, each experience reminded us that God is moving, and we’re invited to join Him.
Read MoreBorder Perspective receives Faith & Service Project Grant to empower youth through faith-based service-learning trips. In partnership with TENx10, we’re making faith matter by providing scholarships for 20 young people to serve and grow in their faith this summer.
Read MoreA group of twelve pastors and denominational leaders joined us at the U.S.-Mexico border to witness the complexities of immigration firsthand. Through scripture, conversations with Border Patrol, humanitarian leaders, and local pastors, they gained deeper insight into the realities faced by immigrants and those serving them. This journey challenged them to root their perspectives in biblical justice and to respond with compassion, humility, and truth. Read on for a day-by-day reflection of their transformative experience.
Read MoreA Midwest couple’s journey to the border opened their eyes—not just to the struggles of immigrants but to the call to love their neighbors at home. Through simple acts of kindness at a local school, they became ambassadors of dignity, building trust and reflecting God’s heart. Their story reminds us that transformation begins with a “yes” to God’s call. As we step into 2025, how might He be calling you to respond?
Read MoreIn this episode of Peacemakers, we sit down with Megan and Roland Gonzalez, directors of Border Missions in Hidalgo, Texas. Megan’s great-grandparents founded Border Missions in 1956 to share the gospel and meet the physical needs of those on the Texas-Mexico border. Megan and Roland share stories of their family’s inspiring legacy, the evolution of the mission, and how partnerships continue to fuel their ministry work today.
Read MoreExplore the complexities of life in the borderlands through the lens of Yonathan Moya, leader of Border Perspective. This blog sheds light on the experiences of those living along the US-Mexico border, highlighting the work of local organizations, pastors, and community members who serve immigrants and refugees. Discover a multidimensional perspective that transcends political boundaries and witness how God is at work in this often-misunderstood region. Come and see what God is doing at the border.
Read MoreCésar Garduño is mobilizing Latin-American students to reach the unreached with the Gospel. As Missions Coordinator at Río Grande Bible College, his background in International Relations, Biblical Studies, and Migration shapes his passion for God’s global mission. Balancing ministry with life as a husband and father, César shares how faith and purpose drive the Latin-American church to rise as a missionary force.
Read MoreThe 2024 Border Summit united believers at the U.S.-Mexico border to explore the Church's role in global migration. From October 17-20, attendees heard from leaders like Yonathan Moya and Matthew Soerens on immigration, multicultural ministry, and peacemaking. With service opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley, the Summit inspired a compassionate, faith-driven response to global displacement.
Read MoreA service-learning reflection from Lola Vasquez recent trip to the U.S. and Mexico border.
Read MoreBorder Perspective equips people of faith to be peacemakers at the U.S. and Mexico border through service trips and leadership programs. Young leaders like Jeff are gaining ministry experience, deepening their faith, and transforming communities.
Read MoreHospitality is about creating spaces where people feel seen and valued. It’s not just about coffee; it’s about creating a community of belonging. – Kitti Murray
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