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- Archdiocese of Seattle's Immigrant & Refugee Ministry
- Church Council of Greater Seattle Statement Supporting Immigrants and Refugees
- Interactive Map of OLG Parishioners' Heritage
- St. James Cathedral's Immigration Assistance Ministry
- US Catholic Conference of Bishops-Justice for Immigrants
- US Bishops Respond to Executive Order Regarding Sanctuary Cities
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Friday, October 4, 9:45 AM - 11:15 AMCome check out OLG’s Immigrant Ministry as we seek new ways to encounter our immigrant brothers and sisters through education, advocacy and community building. Learn about our plans for the upcoming year, supporting local asylee families, and more! We look forward to seeing you there!Read More
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"Where our brothers and sisters suffer rejection and abandonment we will lift
our voice on their behalf. We will
welcome them and receive them.
They are Jesus and the Church will not turn away from Him."
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September 16Yemen, the poorest country in the Middle East, is devastated by war, hunger and a cholera crisis. Conflict and a lack of aid has triggered a humanitarian disaster, leaving 70 percent of the population in need of assistance and children facing acute malnutrition. Through its partner Islamic Relief, Catholic Relief Services is providing food, water and more. Click above for more details.Read More
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August 16Have you ever wondered who ministers to the international crews of seafaring ships? How do they receive the sacraments, get spiritual support, and assistance while working in a very stressful occupation? The Archdiocese of Seattle has a Catholic Seafarers’ Ministry that provides a caring, Catholic presence both on board vessels and on shore. You can support the ministry by attending the annual Shipboard Luncheon fundraiser on Saturday, September 7. Click above for more information.Read More
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August 2St. James Immigrant Assistance is seeking ESL and Citizenship Tutors who can speak Vietnamese or Spanish. You will be matched with an immigrant with very limited English. Training is provided prior to starting tutoring, and staff are there to provide on-going support. Click above to learn more.Read More
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July 11Are you interested in ministering to detained individuals at the Northwest Detention Center? There will be a training on July 20 from 8am-12pm for new volunteers who wish to help with prayer services and/or bible studies. New volunteers must be cleared by GEO Group in advance of the training so please be sure to contact Chaplain Keith Henderson well in advance if you wish to register. Click above for more details.Read More
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July 11
The humanitarian crisis in Venezuela is escalating as political and economic instability has left hundreds of thousands of families without access to food, medical care and critical life and social services. With the average monthly income now as low as $3, more than 82 percent of the population lives in poverty. The crisis has led to the largest displacement of people in Latin American history. CRS is supporting Venezuelans in their country and across the region through our local Catholic partners. Click above to learn more.Read More
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ACTIONS YOU CAN TAKE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink,
a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me,
ill and you cared for me, in prison and you visited me." Matthew 25:35-36
There are a variety of ways for a person to advocate on behalf of immigrants and refugees. First and foremost, it is important to be informed of not only the teachings of our Catholic Faith, but also stay informed about events, developments, and testimonies from reliable sources related to these issues. Secondly, it is very important that we are people of prayer, grounded in the Holy Scriptures, so that our actions, our energy, our passion flows from the power of the Holy Spirit. And lastly, it is important that as people of faith we do not isolate ourselves. Rather, we gather with others in community, as Jesus did, to support, encourage and challenge each other to put our faith into action. Continue to check back for updates on.
Click here to access our Refugee and Immigrant Solidarity Opportunities document, filled with simple ideas for prayer, education, action, and giving.
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Prayer for Migrants and Refugees
Lord Jesus, when you multiplied the loaves and fishes, you provided more than food for the body, you offered us the gift of yourself, the gift which satisfies every hunger and quenches every thirst! Your disciples were filled with fear and doubt, but you poured out your love and compassion on the migrant crowd, welcoming them as brothers and sisters.Lord Jesus, today you call us to welcome the members of God's family who come to our land to escape oppression, poverty, persecution, violence, and war. Like your disciples, we too are filled with fear and doubt and even suspicion. We build barriers in our hearts and in our minds.
Lord Jesus, help us by your grace,
- To banish fear from our hearts, that we may embrace each of your children as our own brother and sister;
- To welcome migrants and refugees with joy and generosity, while responding to their many needs;
- To realize that you call all people to your holy mountain to learn the ways of peace and justice;
- To share of our abundance as you spread a banquet before us;
- To give witness to your love for all people, as we celebrate the many gifts they bring.
We praise you and give you thanks for the family you have called together from so many people. We see in this human family a reflection of the divine unity of the one Most Holy Trinity in whom we make our prayer: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.