Migration Ministries Webinar
May 21 – 7PM Central
Zoom in and learn how the Diocese of Chicago and its congregations are responding to the unprecedented number of newcomers arriving in Province V’s largest city. There is much to do, and there are opportunities for people across the province to get involved.
As a sanctuary city, Chicago has long been a magnet for migrants due to its large immigrant population and economic opportunities. But in August of 2022, the governor of Texas began sending busloads of migrants to the city on a regular basis, and this has been a tough challenge to Chicago’s ability to welcome newcomers. In total, Texas has now bused more than 33,000 migrants to Chicago.
Working with other faith groups and secular community organizations, Episcopalians have been active in many ways to help meet the emergency, providing temporary housing, food, clothing, and legal assistance to help the new Chicagoans get on their feet and become self-sufficient. Join us to learn about these efforts and how you can help.
The webinar will be presented by Jack Lloyd, co-coordinator of the Province V Migration Ministry Network and a member of the Diocese of Chicago Sanctuary Task Force and Rev. Jaime Briceño, whose church in suburban Berwyn recently began welcoming migrant families after converting its rectory to provide them with safe, temporary housing.
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