Stephen Cook
Senior pastor of Second Baptist Church in Memphis who organized support and advocacy for Afghan Christian refugees and mobilized his congregation to provide practical and legal assistance.
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Feb 1, 2026 • 12min
Faith leaders in Memphis support Afghan refugees, and each other
Latif Salar, an Afghan Christian refugee who leads Christ Community Afghan Church in Memphis, and Stephen Cook, senior pastor of Second Baptist Church who mobilized support, discuss ICE detentions, the threat of deportation, community trauma and legal advocacy. They also talk about shared meals, cultural exchange, and how their friendship shapes practical support for the congregation.
