The Episcopal bishop of Minnesota has told believers that it is time to “put our lives on the line” for immigrants, in the wake of Renee Good’s killing.

At a prayer vigil for the Christian mother, who was shot by an immigration enforcement officer earlier this month, Bishop Craig Loya said it was time to “mobilize for love” against a “magnitude of reckless cruelty." 

“In this painful moment, love calls us to give ourselves away, to put lives on the line and … no matter the outcome, the response, we will not be moved,” he said.

Lead Bishop Sean Rowe added: “We have gathered to pray to strengthen our minds and hearts in preparation for the action to which we are called." 

Renee Good, 37, was a Christian and mother of three. She was shot in her car by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.

Footage of the incident has prompted dispute, with some saying Good was attempting to drive away from the scene, while others allege she was trying to run the officer over.

Good’s wife, Becca, has paid tribute to her partner, describing her as someone who “sparkled."

The couple were raising Good’s six-year-old son from her previous marriage. Good was widowed in 2023, meaning her youngest child is now without either of their biological parents.

The Episcopal Church has now released a handbook, Protesting Faithfully, which guides believers on how to protest with “faithful presence” at demonstrations.