Thread: MISS-Laurel church aids undocumented workers, families

Laurel church aids undocumented workers, families
From staff reports • August 25, 2008


Peniel Christian Church on South 14th Avenue in Laurel set up its own staging area today for undocumented workers who are afraid to go home or need a place to stay, or are trying to get information, said the Rev. Roberto Valez, pastor of the church.


He said the church had picked up children from schools in Jones County.

While a reporter and photographer were there, members of the church were preparing meals in the kitchen.

One undocumented worker said his wife, who worked at Howard Industries, called him this morning and said she did not think she would be able to go home and to take care of their “baby.â€

May I recommend all illegals take refuge in their local sanctuary churches at once. Let them support them, instead of the American taxpayers.