Ep. #9 SMC Article: Exodus

Faith traditions speak often about welcoming the stranger and the alien in our midst. In this episode, Dr. Tom reads his article published on March 15, 2026, reflecting on a prayer service outside an immigration detention center and exploring what it means to see the stranger—and not look away.

View the article + discussion questions here: https://www.tomwagnerspeaker.com/post/exodus

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