January 8, 2009

Read

The five principles that form the foundation of Catholic Social Teaching about migration are rooted in the understanding that all of God's children have a right to share in the earth's resources  Read about these principles and their scriptural basis in this National Migration Week Refugee Fact Sheet.

Daily Readings from the New American Bible (NAB)

Pray

Lord, you fill our table with food for the journey; may we give to others as abundantly as you give to us. Bless all who have been part of bringing this food to our table: the farm worker who grows and harvests, the truck driver who carries the food to us, and all the hands who have shared in the preparation of this meal. Help us to hunger and thirst for justice, and to be mindful of all those not blessed with food tonight.
Come Lord Jesus, be with us at our table.

From the booklet Advent Journey to Justice, Migration and Refugee Services U. S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

Reflect

Read this poem written by a young refugee from Sudan and reflect on what it means to not “know home.”

View the Daily Reflections on today's readings brought to you by the Catholic Communication Campaign

Act

Seek out and welcome newcomers in your parish, school, and neighborhood, seeking to find Christ in each person you meet. Help plan and sponsor a multi-cultural festival at your school or parish.