Welcoming the Stranger: The Challenge of Embracing Immigrants Discussions

Most of us have an immigration story that is part of our family lore. We are, after all, a nation of newcomers. But our country has not always welcomed strangers with open arms. And when immigrants arrive, they often face steep economic, cultural and linguistic hurdles.

Part One: Immigrants in America: Benefit or Burden
Sunday, November 10, 3–5 p.m.
Speaker: Michael Hoefer, Former Director, Office of Immigration Statistics (DHS), and Current Vice-Chair of Virginia’s Office of New Americans Advisory Board

Part Two: Immigrants in Fairfax County: Challenges They Face and Ways to Help
Sunday, November 17, 3–5 p.m.
Speaker: Karol Escalante, Director, Immigrant Community Affairs, Office of the Fairfax County Executive

The program and discussions will be held at Little River in the sanctuary and social hall.

Sponsored by Interfaith Communities for Dialogue. Register by November 1 at www.interfaithfairfax.org/dialogues