In the context of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees and the Jubilee of Migrants last Saturday and Sunday, the Catholic bishops of Missouri published a joint statement on the issue of immigration, reminding the faithful that we are called to uphold the dignity of every human person. The bishops urged elected officials to act with compassion towards immigrants and refugees, advancing policies that are both just and merciful.
“As shepherds of the Church in Missouri, we support secure borders that ensure the safety and welfare of our nation. We also stand in solidarity with immigrants and their families, especially those who have already suffered so much in search of stability, peace, and safety,” the bishops declared. “These are not mere statistics, but brothers and sisters in the human family, members who belong to and contribute to our local communities, parishes, and our nation,” they added.
Click here to read the full statement.
Pope Leo XIV also delved into the topic of immigration during a Mass for the Jubilee of Migrants and the Jubilee of Missions in St. Peter’s Square. He invited Catholics to share God’s love by welcoming and assisting migrants, and praised “the missionary men and women, but also believers and people of good will, who work in the service of migrants, and promote a new culture of fraternity.” To know more, click here.