Advent Immigration Resource Available

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops continues to speak about justice for immigrants. Click here to see their recent statement welcoming the Obama Administration’s announcement of relief for immigrant families. The USCCB Committee on Migration also calls for urgent pastoral attention and a more human view of immigrants.

In a related news item, the Interfaith Immigration Coalition has produced an Advent resource called Waiting for the Light. This resource is focused on immigration and includes a Sunday scripture reflection, a story, prayer, and suggested action to bring justice to immigration reform – perfect for reflection, social action, and faith sharing groups on campus!

Resources: Bridging Refugee Youth and Children’s Services

Bridging Refugee Youth and Children’s Services shares several resources to support refugee and immigrant children and families, including a new video from USCCB titled “Unaccompanied Children” which provides an overview of Migration and Refugee Services, one of two agencies authorized by the U.S. Department of State to help children who enter the United States without a legal guardian.  Find several other resources including publications, events and grants here from BRYCS

Bridging Refugee Youth and Children’s Services (BRYCS) is a project of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops/Migration and Refugee Services (USCCB/MRS).  BRYCS maintains the nation’s largest online collection of resources related to refugee and immigrant children and families.