Bishops Respond to Trump Administration Immigration Actions

On Wednesday, January 25, President Trump signed executive orders to implement his plans to expand and fortify the existing border security between the United States and Mexico, to increase immigration deportation and detention, and to punish cities and counties that choose … Continue reading →

Letter from Mr. Shawn Peterson to Civil Law and Data Practices Committee Members regarding HF 3 (REAL ID) “lawful status” language

(PDF Version) January 9, 2017 Dear Civil Law and Data Practices Committee Members: The Minnesota Catholic Conference, the public policy voice of the Catholic Church in Minnesota, writes to ask that, as you consider HF 3 (REAL ID), you … Continue reading →

Immigration debate needs constructive engagement

The debate over immigration policy is inevitably heating up as we prepare for Donald Trump’s inauguration as president. Undoubtedly, an early priority of his presidency will be to increase border security and re-examine President Obama’s immigration enforcement policies. Unfortunately, because … Continue reading →

USCCB: Standing with Our Immigrant Brothers and Sisters

(October 25, 2016) By Bishop Eusebio Elizondo Catholics know that every person is made in the image of God. Everyone is due our respect and our love. We’re called to care especially for those who most need our welcome, including … Continue reading →

Novena: Immigration

Day 7 Daily Novena Prayer Virgin Mary, patroness of America, Please prepare our hearts as we take part in this year’s elections. Help us to humbly receive the wisdom of the Church, and to accept the importance of Her teachings … Continue reading →

Letter from Bishop Andrew Cozzens to legislators regarding REAL ID

(PDF version) May 19, 2016 Dear REAL ID Conference Committee Members: Peace be with you. I write today to ask that, as you negotiate SF 3589 (REAL ID), you not include the language regarding “lawful status” found on Line 6.14 of … Continue reading →

Children At Core Of Immigration Case Says Coalition

(April 20, 2016 – The Uptake – by Michael McIntee) VIDEO A coalition of Minnesota groups opposed to ending a program to shield undocumented workers from deportation says you should consider the children. “Every day I leave my house with … Continue reading →

Remarks from Mr. Jason Adkins on SCOTUS Oral Arguments on DACA & DAPA

PDF Version Remarks from Mr. Jason Adkins, MCC Executive Director Press Conference: Immigration Advocates Discuss SCOTUS Oral Arguments on DACA & DAPA April 18, 2016, Minneapolis Opening Prayer “When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not … Continue reading →

Catholic Spirit: Challenges in the face of Obama’s executive action on immigration

(by Jason Adkins) December 17, 2014 Recently, I have been fielding a lot of questions about President Barack Obama’s executive action that “defers action” for, potentially, millions of undocumented persons living in the United States. Many illegal immigrants may have, … Continue reading →

Administration Executive Action on immigration backgrounder (December 2014)

FAQ What does the President’s November executive action concerning immigration do? Overall, the Administration’s reforms fall into three categories: 1) changes to immigration enforcement policy; 2) widening the scope of “deferred action” (non-deportation) policies to include many more persons; and, … Continue reading →

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