U.S. Bishops Welcome New Migration Committee Chair
Bishop Mark Seitz of El Paso, Texas, says he will use what he has learned during his border ministry in his new role.
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Defending the Oppressed: A Maryknoll Reflection
Debbie Northern, a Maryknoll lay missioner in El Paso, Texas, reflects on the Christian call to seek justice for all who are oppressed.
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Vice President Harris Speaks With Bishop Seitz During Border Visit
Vice President Harris “demonstrated a willingness to work with the Catholic community” on immigration during border visit, Bishop Seitz says.
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Rohingya Asylum Seekers Find No Refuge in Thailand
After fleeing persecution in Myanmar, Rohingya face indefinite detention like Pakistani Christians...
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Catholic organizations rush to oppose proposed asylum changes
Catholic organizations and others who fear that proposed changes by the Trump administration will all but eliminate the asylum system rushed to meet a July 15 deadline to make their voices heard.
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Detained Migrants Face COVID-19 Risk
Maryknoll Lay Missioner Heidi Cerneka is sounding the alarm about the life-threatening consequences of immigration policies at the U.S.-Mexico border during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Call to Accompany Others Extends to Immigration, Says Attorney
Maryknoll lay missioner Heidi Cerneka talks about asylum at national Catholic conference ||...
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