Disclaimer: The audio is slightly less than optimal in this episode. Pastor Nate is aware of the issue and working on solving it.

In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate sits down with Deacon Debra to talk honestly and thoughtfully about immigration, social justice, and why the Bible keeps calling us back to compassion — especially for people on the move.

Debra shares stories from Bethany’s Social Justice Ministry, reflects on why food and storytelling matter so deeply in faith formation, and introduces two upcoming events designed to help our congregation listen, learn, and engage without fear.

This conversation isn’t about politics.

It’s about Scripture, community, and learning how to see our neighbors the way God does.

In this episode, we talk about:

Why immigration shows up everywhere in Scripture — from Abraham to Jesus

What children’s faith formation teaches us about repetition, grace, and growth

How reading The God Who Sees reframes biblical stories we think we already know

Why sharing food lowers defenses and opens deeper conversations

How Bethany is creating safe spaces for honest dialogue across differences

Upcoming Events Mentioned:

📖 Book Study – The God Who Sees

Sunday, February 22 | After second service

🍽️ Cocina Libre Community Meal & Documentary

Saturday, March 8 | Featuring immigrant chefs, shared storytelling, and guided discussion

Both events are open to the congregation and wider community. Learn more here: https://www.bethany-denver.org/news

🎧 Listen, reflect, and join the conversation.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome + why this conversation matters

02:45 Social Justice Ministry at Bethany

06:30 How children really learn faith

10:30 Immigration stories in the Bible

14:45 Why The God Who Sees reframes Scripture

19:00 Immigration, law, and Christian compassion

24:30 Food as storytelling and sacred practice

29:30 Why sharing meals changes conversations

33:00 Invitation to upcoming events