Tenth Annual Catholic Immigration Summit

New this year - a strategic collaboration with the Catholic Immigrant Prophetic Action Project. Catholic IMMpact is a partnership between the Center for Migration Studies of New York and the Hope Border Institute in El Paso, TX to assist the Catholic Church in the United States in organizing a robust response with and for migrants and refugees in the country who are living in fear of immediate deportation. Through organizing, communications, research and rapid response, Catholic IMMpact supports (arch)dioceses in their mission to preach the Gospel and walk with immigrants.

This day-long gathering will focus on key issues related to the pastoral care of immigrant communities. Discussion topics include:

• the Catholic Church’s teachings on immigration, enforcement, and the dignity of the human person;
• “know your rights” guidance;
• strategies for accompanying and supporting immigrant families;
• thoughtful approaches to public events and public witness;
• effective communications strategies;
• and the celebration of Mass.

Registration is required for the summit. All are welcome to attend this free event. During registration you may choose to help offset the cost of your attendance by making a donation (estimated cost to attend: $15 parking; $15 lunch; $10 refreshments).

Event co-sponsors: Archdiocese of Seattle, Center for Migration Studies, Hope Border Institute, and Seattle University Institute for Catholic Thought and Culture