The U.N. reports that as many as 50 million people may be victims of trafficking while a Vatican diplomat warns of AI being used to ensnare victims.
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A Venezuelan Migrant Mother’s Testimony
A mother from Venezuela, forced to flee the country with her young son, gives a firsthand account of her family’s ordeal in seeking asylum.
Reasons for Hope: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll lay missioner serving in Bolivia reflects on the upcoming Sunday’s Mass readings in the context of Christian hope.
Migration Must Be Free, Not Forced, Says Pope
In his message for the upcoming World Day of Migrants and Refugees on Sept. 24, Pope Francis says that migration should never be forced with people being displaced from their homelands, but rather chosen freely and undertaken with safety and dignity.
Working toward Healing from Native Boarding Schools
A database about Native American boarding schools affiliated with the Catholic Church is a resource and a step toward healing, advocates say.
After two years of separation, Afghan family reunited in Kentucky
After a journey of two long years, an Afghan refugee who had worked for the United States is reunited with his wife and children in Kentucky.
Religious in Costa Rica Offer Respite to Migrants
Religious congregations join forces to offer shelter and accompaniment to migrants traveling en route to other places or settling in Costa Rica.
Hunger for Justice: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll sister who works in pastoral care, education and advocacy reflects on world hunger and this Sunday’s Mass readings.
Religious Freedom Worsening around the Globe
With conditions deteriorating worldwide, the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom names 17 countries of particular concern.
Are You Ready for World Youth Day? Pope Asks
With plans set for World Youth Day to be held Aug. 1-6 in Lisbon, Portugal, Pope Francis asks young people to make the world more humane.
True Faith Is Open to Others, Pope Repeats in Hungary
During his visit, Pope Francis calls upon Hungary to open its doors not only to Ukrainians but to all migrants and to others in need.
Vocation Means Sharing God’s Love, Pope Says
On the 2023 World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Pope Francis said that vocations are like a symphony played on diverse instruments in harmony.
Stories that Change Everything: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll priest discusses Peter’s discourse from this Sunday’s Mass readings in light of his family’s story-telling in Kenya.
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