In their 2014 Labor Day statement, the U.S. bishops denounced the fact that young adults have “borne the brunt” of unemployment and underemployment in this country and around the world.
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Paul O’Dwyer Award – Mary Nolan
Irish-born community activist Mary Nolan is receiving the Paul O’Dwyer Award, named in memory of the nationally recognized civil rights leader and defender of the Irish cause in the U.S.
What Church Can Do For Children at Border
Many people are asking their churches and dioceses what they can do to help children crossing the border.
Street Named for Former Pastor in East New York (with slideshow)
East New York residents gathered outside St. Rita Church to witness the renaming of Shepherd Avenue in memory of their late shepherd, Msgr. John T. Peyton, who served the community for over 25 years until his death in 2008.
Pope Seeks Emergency Aid for Migrant Children
MEXICO CITY (CNS) – The Vatican’s secretary of state pledged full support for addressing the issue of child migrants streaming out of Central America in search of safety and family reunification in the U.S.
CMS Helps Spread Immigration Awareness
Father Patrick Keating, CEO of Catholic Migration Services, was on hand at a press conference to raise awareness about deferred action for immigrants.
City to Issue ID Cards
Mayor Bill DiBlasio came to the steps of the Grand Army Plaza branch of the Brooklyn Public Library to sign into law the bill establishing a Municipal ID card for New York City.
Understanding Immigrant Children
My dear brothers and sisters in the Lord,
The influx of unaccompanied minors at the southern border of the U.S. has grabbed national headlines in recent weeks and turned much of our attention to our Nation’s capital and our foreign policy.
Bishop: Immigrants Don’t Leave Dignity at Border
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio gave a presentation entitled “Catholic Teaching on the Issue of Immigration” at St. John’s University, Jamaica.
Ecumenical Push on Immigration
WASHINGTON (CNS) – In a joint letter to members of Congress, Catholic bishops and evangelical leaders pleaded for “common sense fixes to our immigration policies” by passing legislation this year. Eleven bishops, including Brooklyn Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio and half a dozen evangelical leaders, said that as religious leaders, “we live every day with the reality […]