The number of persons who have been dislocated from their homes and communities continues to rise as a result of conflict, war, and famine. This two page prayer service provides a window on the globa...more
We pray in memory of the Holy Family for all those
who have had to flee their homes in this troubled world.
We pray for the 11.4 million people
who have become refugees outside their own cou...more
On the road, seeking safe shelter;
In makeshift tents, feeding children;
In resettlement centers, rebuilding community;
In strange neighborhoods, looking for a compassionate face:
Long lines of women...more
June 21 marks World Refugee Day. We pray for all those who are forced to flee from their homes due to war, violence, hunger or economic desperation.
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This PowerPoint presentation presents the scriptural foundations of the Church's teaching on Immigration and summarizes key point from the U.S. Bishops' pastoral Welcoming The Stranger and other rece...more
Refugees are leaving Iraq at a rate of 3,000 a day, according to the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). This two-pager (perfect for a bulletin insert!) details the plight of Iraqi refugees--an...more
Since the signing of a peace agreement between the Sudanese government and one of the three rebel groups in Darfur in May 2006, the violence has only worsened, with more civilian and humanitarian aid ...more
Becoming a Refugee, Dimma Refugee Camp, June 2004...
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For World Refugee Day on June 20, or on other occasions, use this fact sheet to read about refugees from different countries around the world.
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Women who seek asylum in the U.S. have particular difficulties as refugees. This fact sheet describes their situation and includes several case studies.
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