Jesus entered Jerusalem and went into the temple courts. He looked around at everything, but since it was already late, he went out to Bethany with the Twelve. On reaching Jerusalem, Jesus entered the temple courts and began driving out those who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of...
Talking about money, whether your own or someone else’s, makes most people uncomfortable – either you feel you have too little of it and so feel embarrassed having such a conversation, or you may feel you have quite a bit of it and that comes with unique questions and pressures of its own. Money becomes that awkward subject we tend...
How many of you have been stopped at a robot by someone with a cardboard sign, been asked for money while walking the down the street, or had a child come up to you at a restaurant to ask for something to eat? It can be heart wrenching, awkward, and downright confusing. If you’ve read any of our Giving Resources you’ll...
The media plays a massive role in how we understand and relate to any issue. Separating fact from fiction is crucial as we consider a topic that the Bible addresses in such a compelling way. “This is what the Lord of Heaven’s Armies says: Judge fairly and show mercy and kindness to one another. Do not oppress widows, orphans, foreigners, and...
What to do when you see an injustice? We asked Josh Cox to share this story because we hope it will challenge us all to open our eyes and see the needs around us. Josh's attention to those who are often overlooked speaks volumes about his faith. Josh is just one man, but he used his social capital and conviction to...
Significant words and definitions relating to Foreign Nationals The subject of foreign nationals, refugees, and asylum seekers is a complex topic around the world but especially in South Africa. Here are some key terms and definitions to help you understand the landscape of the discussion, so that we’re literally ‘speaking the same language’. Foreign National - a person who is not a...
What does the Bible have to say about the foreigner? Refugee, asylum seeker, status unknown. The Bible uses language like: strangers, sojourners, aliens, foreigners, neighbours. These are all names of those that are not included equally, and are often mistreated as they live outside their ‘home country'. As you might have read in these articles, there are many reasons people live in...
Laws and the ever-changing landscape for refugees By: Laura Macfarlane, Attorney at Norton Rose Fulbright We consulted with a knowledgeable attorney at Norton Rose Fulbright to give us a glimpse into how laws have recently changed. She has given us some insight into what’s new and how that affects the current laws and challenges for foreign nationals in South Africa. Amendments to the...
Organisations and resources available to Foreign Nationals Want to know where you can learn about refugee and foreign national work in our city? Start here! These are organisations that are doing amazing things in Cape Town and offer services to foreign nationals. Scalabrini https://scalabrini.org.za/ Cape Town: 021 465 6433 SERVICES OFFERED Paralegal desk Welfare services Women & children support Employment access English school Vision: The Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town’s vision...
Relief, Rehabilitation and Development model Xenophobia in South Africa is a phenomenon synonymous with violence and hatred towards foreigners. African foreign nationals in South Africa, including refugees and asylum-seekers, continue to face xenophobic violence and threats of violence even today. Below are a handful of stats that hint at the horror and violence experienced by thousands of people. May 2008 - 342...
