Why are Bishops in Haiti and the Dominican Republic opposing the deportation of Haitian migrants? In a recent development, Bishops in Haiti and the Dominican Republic have voiced their concerns regarding the plans put forth by the newly elected president of the DR to deport Haitian migrants with irregular status. Despite acknowledging the state’s authority … Read more
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 … Read more
What message did U.S. Bishops welcome on World Day of Migrants and Refugees? The International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) recently announced that the U.S. Bishops have welcomed the message of World Day of Migrants and Refugees. The U.S. Bishops show support for the message of World Day of Migrants and Refugees. This message aims to … Read more
What is the focus of Episcopal bodies of North America, Central America, and Caribbean? The Episcopal bodies are focused on caring for people on the move. They will unveil a charter to guide the Church’s accompaniment of migrants and refugees. The announcement was made after the tenth meeting on human mobility. The International Catholic Migration … Read more
What have Bishops in England and Wales Condemned? Bishops in England and Wales have condemned the “appalling” acts of violence against people on the move as anti-immigrant protests have rocked the country over the past week. What Message did Lead Migration Bishop Paul McAleenan Deliver? Lead migration Bishop Paul McAleenan assured newcomers that the Church … Read more
The migration sub-commission of the Spanish Episcopal Conference endorsed a call from Bishops of the Canary Islands to “create a culture of encounter” and protect young migrants. They called for public authorities to establish reception arrangements that foster the integration of migrant minors. What is the Spanish Episcopal Conference advocating for? Creating a culture of … Read more
What did U.S. Bishops condemn regarding the new policy at the southern border? U.S. Bishops condemned a new policy restricting the opportunity to seek international protection. The policy disregards fundamental humanitarian protections and U.S. asylum law. Migration lead Bishop Mark J. Seitz expressed deep concern over the new policy. The International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) … Read more
U.S. Bishops Advocating for Migrant Rights What is the current situation regarding migration policy in the U.S.? Gridlock on migration policy ahead of November elections How are the U.S. Bishops responding? Continuing work to raise awareness about migrant realities Advocating for laws and programs that respect human dignity and rights Focusing on not forcing individuals … Read more
The news from Congo is grave as Congolese Bishops have denounced the recent deadly bombings on IDP camps near Goma that resulted in the tragic loss of 12 lives. Let’s explore the details of this unfortunate incident and the response it has garnered. What happened in Congo? 3 May witnessed fatal bombings on IDP camps … Read more
Who are the Ati people in the Philippines? Bishops in the Philippines are speaking out in support of the Ati people… The Ati people have been displaced from their ancestral lands on the island of Boracay Bishop Valentin Dimoc affirms that Ati are the rightful owners of the land The Ati people live on the … Read more