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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, August 13, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMJoin OLG’s Immigrant Ministry as we seek ways to recognize and support our immigrant communities. This year we will focus on direct service, advocacy, and building a new parish multicultural ministry. Click above if you are interested in learning more or working on these projects. We look forward to seeing you.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."
-US Bishops, January 30, 2017 -
News
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June 24
Each year, our youth serve in the migrant camps of the Skagit Valley through the Youth Migrant Project (YMP). Due to the lingering effects of COVID, we are not able to run the full program but, we are offering at “mini YMP” for graduating 8th graders (14+) through graduating seniors for three days in late July. Space is very limited. If you are interested in participating, contact Jennifer ASAP for an application at jibach@olgseattle.org Click above for more information.Read More -
May 25Join St. James Cathedral Immigrant GroopIt, an on-line platform to connect with and support immigrants. As a member of their GroopIt, you’ll see requests for specific needs (i.e. a ride to the doctor, furniture, meals, help setting up a TV, etc.) If you are available to help, it is easy to respond to get all the information you need. Click above to learn more.Read More
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May 10Black immigrants are often overlooked, undercounted, and sometimes altogether erased in the U.S. debate surrounding immigration and yet are often disproportionately impacted by anti-immigrant policy or failures to act. Examining and addressing issues affecting Black immigrants in the U.S. immigration system is necessary to meaningfully address systemic, anti-Black racism in America, as the Biden administration has pledged to do. Join Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. in endorsing this proposal by clicking above.Read More
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April 26With the tragic rise in hate crimes in our area and around the country, it is helpful to have resources at your fingertips. If you ever witness an incidence of hate, attempt to record it on your phone and be sure to report it. Click above to learn how and to find resources for victims. If you want to learn more about how to safely intervene in these situations, we have included bystander resources as well.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.