Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees
“The presence of migrants and refugees represents a great challenge, but at the same time, an immense opportunity for the cultural and spiritual growth of everyone.  Thanks to them, we have the chance to know better our world and its beautiful diversity.  We can grow in our common humanity and build together an even greater sense of togetherness.  Openness to one another creates spaces of fruitful exchange between different visions and traditions and opens minds to new horizons.  It also leads to a discovery of the richness present in other religions and forms of spirituality unfamiliar to us, and this helps us to deepen our own convictions…
…In the new Jerusalem of all peoples, the temple of the Lord is made more beautiful by the offerings that come from foreign lands.  “All the flocks of Kedar shall be gathered to you, the rams of Nebaioth shall minister to you, they shall be acceptable on my altar, and I will glorify my glorious house” (Is 60:7).  Sharing different expressions of faith and devotions offers us a privileged opportunity for experiencing more fully the catholicity of the People of God.
Dear brothers and sisters, and, in a special way, young people!  If we want to cooperate with out heavenly Father in building the future, let us do so together with our brothers and sisters who are migrants and refugees.  Let us build the future today!”
-Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 108^th World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2022
 
Reflection:  How can we build a future where everyone lives in peace and prosperity? Interested in joining the Peace and Justice Ministry?  Call Susan Buerkle at 314-729-1522.