MISSION:
Matthew 25 SoCal is a community of believers immigrants and non-immigrants coming together across Southern California to walk with and stand up for vulnerable families in the name and Spirit of Jesus.
We see followers of Christ responding with compassion, walking beside those who have suffered injustice, and standing up for public policies that reflect God’s heart for justice. Our foundation comes from the parable of the sheep and the goats in Matthew 25, reminding us that the way we treat the most vulnerable shows how we respond to Jesus Himself.
We imagine believers who have faced injustice and others with privilege or resources working together in unity and mutual respect, giving honor to those who have been overlooked, just as 1 Corinthians 12:24 teaches. Those with resources grow in their passion for justice, recognizing that we are one family in Christ and that this family is suffering under a broken immigration system. At the same time, those who have experienced injustice find renewed hope, realizing they are not alone but surrounded by a caring Christian family. This exchange of hope and passion strengthens our shared commitment to building a more just and compassionate society.
We also picture a community where generations walk side by side, where the young and the old respect one another and each contribute their gifts.
Through it all, we remain rooted in truly Christian values and practices that show the world that God is real and that Jesus Christ is alive.
Vision
We envision a deep transformation in the hearts of believers, leading us to love our neighbor the way God has called us to love.
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Values.
Living out the compassion of Christ is at the heart of everything we do. Matthew 25 SoCal embraces inclusion, diversity, equality, and unity through love. These values guide every decision and action, shaping a community that reflects God’s heart and uplifts the dignity of every person we serve.
Strategic Priorities.
Our focus is to accompany and advocate for immigrants facing detention and deportation while promoting fair and humane policies. We continue to serve primarily Spanish-speaking families, yet we welcome all. Moving forward, we’re forming partnerships and raising young bilingual leaders who bridge generations with faith and compassion.
History.
Matthew 25 SoCal was born in 2016 from a movement of believers responding to the suffering of immigrant families. Nearly 200 congregations united to stand with the vulnerable, leading us to become a formal organization in 2020. Guided by faith, we continue to build a future rooted in love, justice, and unity.