U.S. Bishops Call for Solidarity Ahead of World Day of Migrants and Refugees
What’s the message from U.S. Bishops?
- Bishops echo Pope Francis’ call for solidarity
- Encounters with migrants seen as encounters with Christ
- Catholics urged to respond with compassionate acts of love
The International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) reports on U.S. Bishops echoing Pope Francis’ call for solidarity in a message ahead of the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees. “Every encounter with migrants is an encounter with Christ,” says Bishop Mark J. Seitz, urging Catholics to “respond with compassionate acts of love” to people on the move.
This emphasizes the importance of showing compassion and support towards migrants and refugees, recognizing their humanity and dignity.
Source: www.icmc.net