The Pope Francis Center in Detroit, Michigan, a ministry of the Midwest Jesuit province, responded to needs of those experiencing homelessness during the extreme “polar vortex” temperatures in the city.
Many important issues regarding immigration policy have been brought into the negotiations over the current government shutdown. It is imperative that lawmakers address them in a way that extends respect and solidarity to all those fleeing poverty, violence or instability in their home countries.
Catholic leaders and organizations are calling on all elected officials to keep the dignity of immigrants and those migrating to the U.S. at the core of their proposals regarding the government shutdown.
