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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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"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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News
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April 3
As we enter Holy Week, we celebrate the gift of the Eucharist as our heavenly food. We continue to reflect on the challenge of global hunger. How does our faith inspire us to share the gifts that God has bestowed on us? Since we will not gather in person on Holy Thursday, the day we usually collect our Rice Bowl donations, we ask you to please donate online or to mail/drop a check off at the OLG Pastoral Center. Click above for more details.Read More -
March 24The Catholic Church describes human trafficking as an affront to the God-given dignity of the human person. The Church stands resolutely against this modern-day slavery, which affects people in the U.S. and around the world. Click above to learn more and find ways to end trafficking.Read More
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March 24
Young people must be provided good nutrition to be able to pursue their dreams. Did you have the opportunity to dream? What can you do to give young people the opportunity to dream? As the coronavirus spreads around the world, many of the countries where CRS serves will struggle. Click above to get involved.Read More -
March 21As the coronavirus spreads in our country, we begin to see more of what it's like to live in an area where resources are scarce and outside events are beyond our control. In solidarity with refugees around the world, consider urging your member of Congress to support and cosponsor the GRACE Act, which will restore refugee resettlement numbers to their historic average of 95,000. The Administration has set current numbers at 18,000, the smallest number yet. Click above to learn more and to take action.Read More
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March 21
Maria Ana and her brothers receive one meal a day at school, so that they can focus on achieving their dreams. How was education important for your future? How can you we ensure that all young people have a chance to be educated? As the coronavirus spreads around the world, many of the countries where CRS serves will struggle. Click above to learn how you can help!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.