Franciscan Media

Refugees

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One Nation Under God

May 25, 2023

A walk along the Tijuana-San Diego border opens this pilgrim’s eyes to the plight of refugees.

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A girl prays in St. Mary's Catholic Church in the Ban Mai Nai Soi refugee camp in Thailand Sept. 27, 2022. The camp is home to thousands of refugees from Myanmar; many Myanmar Christians remain in their country but have fled their villages and live in camps. (CNS photo/Paul Jeffrey)

Myanmar Christians prepare to spend second Christmas in camps

December 22, 2022
A Christmas of darkness, silence and fear awaits thousands of Christians in camps for internally displaced persons in Myanmar, where carols, decorations and illuminations are banned because of ongoing conflicts.
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Young Afghan refugee in the united states

Welcoming Afghan Refugees

May 25, 2022
Inspired by St. Francis, this author reaches beyond language and cultural differences to connect with Afghan refugees resettling in the United States.
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Finding Safe Haven in Detroit

June 24, 2018
A Catholic agency helps resettle families from war-ravaged Syria and Iraq, helping their dreams of a better future become a reality.
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