Bishops’ Statements on Migration
In the wake of the recent US election, Catholic bishops from across the country have reiterated their support for vulnerable migrant populations. Below is a list of such statements for the sake of easy reference; more will be added as they become available.
We Stand in Firm Solidarity with Our Immigrant Brothers and Sisters
“In solidarity with immigrants, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the USCCB, Bishop Mark J. Seitz, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Migration, and Bishop Jaime Soto, chairman of the board for Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc., issued a statement of pastoral concern.” (Read More: English; Spanish)
“We would like to express our solidarity with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), numerous ecumenical and faith leaders, and many others, in their recent and continued support for immigrants….” (Read More)
To our dear migrant brothers and sisters in Christ:
“We write to you with hearts full of compassion and a deep desire to express our solidarity with you during this stressful time. We recognize the immense challenges you face as migrants, and we want to assure you that you are not alone…” (Read More)
The Inherent Human Dignity of Immigrants and People Living In Poverty
“As the 2024 election season becomes more intense, rhetoric against our brothers and sisters who have moved into the United States from elsewhere or who are living in poverty is growing increasingly dehumanizing. Thus, we feel compelled to accompany immigrants and the poor in our parishes, schools, neighborhoods, workplaces, and communities…” (Read More)
