The Catholic Church in the United States marks National Migration Week from September 19-25
Most Reverend Edward Deliman, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, will be the principal celebrant and homilist at The World Day of Prayer for Migrants and Refugees Mass. All are welcome to attend.
This prayerful gathering recognizes the plight of migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking persons, families, and communities. It also serves to increase awareness about the opportunities that migration offers to society. Pope Francis’ chosen theme for this year is “Building a Future with Migrants and Refugees” as this day of prayer is observed throughout the Universal Church.
Saturday, September 24, 2022
Musical Prelude (6:45 p.m.)
conducted by the Pilipino Apostolate Choir
Mass (7:00 p.m.)
Saint Martin of Tours Church
5450 East Roosevelt Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19124
The World Day of Migrants and Refugees is observed annually on the last Sunday of September to encourage Catholics around the globe to express concern for vulnerable persons on the move. The Roman Catholic Church has been celebrating the World Day of Migrants and Refugees since 1914.
The World Day of Prayer for Migrants and Refugees Mass is an initiative of the Office for Pastoral Care for Migrants and Refugees. It is sponsored by the New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia, the Office of Cultural Ministries which includes the Office for Pastoral Care for Migrants and Refugees, the Office for Black Catholics and the Office for Hispanic Catholics.
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Editor’s Note: For more information, please contact Sister Gertrude Borres, Director of the Archdiocesan Office for Pastoral Care for Migrants and Refugees, at 215-587-3540.
Contact:
Jhoselyn Martinez
Communications Specialist
215-587-3747 (office)