“As Catholics we are called to take concrete measures to overcome the misunderstanding, ignorance, competition, and fear that stand in the way of genuinely welcoming the stranger in our midst and enjoying the communion that is our destiny as Children of God.” (USCCB, Welcoming the Stranger Among Us: Unity in Diversity)
The “Parish Companion Program” was designed to accompany parishioners who are in the final stages of immigration removal proceedings, or who are at risk of removal. The program helps to address relevant concerns for when an individual is removed from the United States.
When selecting who will be trained as a companion, a parish should consider the following criteria:
Potential concerns and topics to be addressed with each family seeking assistance:
Time commitment for companions:
For more information, download the Parish Companion Program Handbook.
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