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Bishop McElroy: We Must Disrupt and Rebuild

The first U.S. regional World Meeting of Popular Movements took place in Modesto, California from February 16 to February 19, 2017. One set of remarks that has drawn quite a bit of attention were made by Bishop Robert W. McElroy, during a panel discussion on the barriers marginalized people face in housing and work.
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“No Hate, No Fear”: Reflections from Airport Protests

"I was feeling desolate and powerless regarding the executive orders and I knew that I needed to take action, to make my voice heard, on behalf of my brothers and sisters who are refugees and immigrants. Most importantly, I went to the protest as a Catholic, because I believe that we are called by God to welcome the stranger."
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Opening Our Arms With Love

When we can invite the unknown in, we are able to build and see each other as people, as being connected—and it is much harder to lead with fear.