Alison Witt works with refugees, particularly in the Hamilton area. She also serves with a Canadian refugee assistance institution called IAFR. Her insight into the compassion ministry of small churches reaching out to refugees is well worth the listen.
Refugee ministry with a focus on ESL support and personal stories. 0:15
Refugee housing and support in Hamilton, Ontario. 5:23
How churches can help refugees in Canada through home hosting and affordable rentals. 12:18
Refugee ministry challenges and opportunities for small churches. 18:49
Embracing newcomers and refugees in small churches. 25:15
Refugee ministry with a focus on ESL support and personal stories.
- Alison Witt shares her ministry journey from Philippines to Canada, focusing on supporting refugees in Hamilton.
- Alison Witt started an after-school program for ESL students at a local elementary school.
- Alison visited the families of ESL students and learned about their experiences as refugees.
Refugee housing and support in Hamilton, Ontario.
- Alison Witt shares her personal journey helping refugees in Hamilton, Ontario.
- Refugees face significant barriers and loss, including trauma, and the church can provide support.
- Refugees face challenges affording housing in Canada due to low income and high rent.
How churches can help refugees in Canada through home hosting and affordable rentals.
- Alison Witt: Churches partner to host refugees, offer affordable housing.
- Ron Baker: Churches buy, rent homes for refugee families at affordable rates.
- Alison Witt shares her philosophy on welcoming strangers in churches, emphasizing the importance of understanding unique contexts.
- Refugee finds support in small town through church and community.
Refugee ministry challenges and opportunities for small churches.
- Alison Witt and Ron Baker discuss how churches can get involved with refugees, with Alison mentioning IFR Canada’s resources and training for churches.
- IFR, a missions organization founded by Tom Robinson, partners with churches in Canada to support refugees globally.
- Small churches may struggle with relationships, but can learn from newcomers’ strengths.
Embracing newcomers and refugees in small churches.
- Ron Baker and Alison Witt discuss the importance of valuing community and relationships in small churches.
- Newcomers and refugees are a gift to the church, bringing new life and growth.