Understanding Asylum Seekers: Interview with The Rev. Christina Rathbone About Her New Book

Understanding Asylum Seekers: Interview with Rev. Christina Rathbone About Her New Book In this episode of The Simply Christian Life, Bishop Michael Hunn of the Diocese of the Rio Grande introduces an interview with Reverend Christina Rathbone, the first border chaplain of the Diocese. Christina discusses her book 'The Asylum Seekers' and shares profound insights from her ministry at the US-Mexico border. They explore the realities faced by asylum seekers, the importance of small, real acts of love, and the philosophy of ministry that prioritizes relationships over systems. The episode also includes an emotional reading from Christina's book, encapsulating the human stories and the divine presence in the lives of those seeking refuge. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:46 Interview with Reverend Christina Rathbone 03:00 Christina's Journey to the Border 07:51 The Philosophy of Ministry 11:58 Excerpt from 'The Asylum Seekers' 20:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts