Immigration

“Our prayer is one of hope that, as a Nation blessed with many gifts, our actions demonstrate a genuine care for our most vulnerable sisters and brothers, including the unborn, the poor, the elderly and infirm, and migrants and refugees. The just Judge expects nothing less.” -Archbishop Broglio, President, USCCB

Statement on Immigration Issues from Archbishop José H. Gomez

Statements and actions from the new administration in Washington have caused fear in our parishes, schools, and communities. That is not good for anybody. I pray that our leaders will proceed with restraint and compassion, with respect for the law, and with respect for the rights and dignity of all concerned. Read the entire statement by Archbishop  Gomez on January 22

Archbishop Gomez urges ‘restraint and compassion’ on immigration enforcement

Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles prayed that authorities “proceed with restraint and compassion” in enforcing immigration measures as the White House issued a series of directives affecting the country’s immigration system during U.S. President Donald Trump’s first days in office. The archbishop also invoked Our Lady of Guadalupe to “keep us close to her Son in this moment” and to “help us to work together as neighbors, in a spirit of unity, to truly become one nation under God.” Read the  full article

Statement from U.S Bishops on Executive Orders Signed by the President

In response to this week’s Executive Orders signed by President Trump, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) offered the following statement. Read the statement 

FAQ for Undocumented Community

The SoCal Immigration Task Force has developed an FAQ to address common questions and concerns from the undocumented community. This resource goes beyond the typical “Know Your Rights” approach by acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding current policy changes. It offers clear, accessible information to help navigate these challenges with confidence. Click here to download the most recent FAQ sheet, you will find the FAQ in the last paragraph on the page.


Resources on Immigration

Local Resources for LA Catholics

– Archdiocese of Los Angeles Office of Life, Justice and Peace has gathered resources to support our immigrant communities (Click Here to Find Resources)

– lacatholics.org/immigration

Resources to Support our Immigrant Community

– Q&A from Justice for Immigrants: Responding to Immigration Enforcement Efforts  (English + Spanish)

– Information on Standby Guardianship for Immigrant Parents (English)Information on Immigration Enforcement and Protected Areas, Formerly Known as Sensitive Locations (English)

Recursos

May Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mother of Jesus and Mother of all the peoples of the Americas, keep us close to her Son in this moment. And may she help us to work together as neighbors, in a spirit of unity, to truly become one nation under God.