Say No to Increased ICE Funding!
Scroll down to tell your Members of Congress to oppose the budget reconciliation bill. This week, Congress is planning to advance a reconciliation bill that would allocate an additional $70…
Prayer Vigil for Immigrants, May 14
For those near Washington, DC, we invite you to join us for our monthly prayer vigil in support of the immigrant community. All are welcome to attend this nonviolent public witness…
Immigrant Paperwork Trap Fuels Arrests
A recent investigation by the Cato Institute reveals that the Trump administration has fundamentally altered the role of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), shifting it from processing applications for citizenship, green cards, work permits, and asylum to assisting arrests of legal immigrants by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Joint Leadership Statement on U.S. Immigration Policy
The Maryknoll Organizations issued the following statement on March 19.
MOGC at the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels
MOGC participated in the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels, from April 24–29 in Santa Marta, Colombia. This inaugural gathering brought together a coalition of willing countries, organizations,…
Over 300 organizations oppose the $140 Billion Expansion of ICE and CBP Funding
MOGC joins a joint statement urging Representatives to oppose the budget resolution that will provide an additional $140 billion to ICE and CBP.
Stand with Faith Leaders to Demand a Fossil Fuel Treaty
Right now in Santa Marta, Colombia, a historic shift is happening. As the high level segment of the “Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels” kicks off, over 150 religious…
Faith Communities Urge Congress to Reject the $1.5 Trillion Pentagon Budget
More than 60 faith organizations asked Congress to reject a massive $1.5 trillion budget for the Pentagon and instead invest in essential human needs.
Prayer Vigil for Immigrants, April 23
For those near Washington, DC, we invite you to join us for our monthly prayer vigil in support of the immigrant community. All are welcome to attend this nonviolent public witness…
Prayer Vigil for Immigrants, March 24
For those near Washington, DC, we invite you to join us for a special prayer vigil at the National ICE Headquarters in support of our immigrant community. All are welcome…
Webinar: Witnessing ‘Neighborism’ amid the U.S. Federal Government Siege of Minnesota
The webinar discussed “Operation Metro Surge,” the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s historic immigration enforcement action, which brought unprecedented turmoil to Minnesota. As state-sanctioned violence and disregard for basic rights surged, it was met by an unexpected wave of resistance led by, among others, hockey moms, small business owners, and faith leaders. Along the way,…
Maryknoll OGC Urges Congress to Protect Refugees
More than 80 faith and social service organizations asked Congress to defend the legal status of refugees in the United States from increasing efforts by the Trump administration to terminate refugee status, remove protections, and stop processing green card applications.
Christmas Hope for Sudan
On Christmas Day, in churches around the world, we celebrate the birth of our savior Jesus and we say “For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord.” (Psalm 89) Maryknoll missioners cross borders to some of the darkest…
Christmas
Maryknoll Fr. John Keegan speaks of holding fast to hope and joy in the midst of suffering and pain during the Christmas season. Celebrating Christmas is a matter of allowing our joy to be touched by painful realization. For the fleeting moments of celebration, our attention is drawn to the saving power of gentleness and…
Stop Escalation Toward War with Venezuela
For the first time, the U.S. House of Representatives will vote this week on War Powers Resolutions to halt unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela. This is a critical moment to prevent…
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Maryknoll Affiliates Louis and Janet Tullo reflect on Joseph’s quiet courage. This reflection is included in our 2025 Advent Reflection Guide, along with discussion questions, prayers and quotes from Maryknoll missioners and affiliates. Last year, the Gospel reading for today focused on Mary’s perspective. This year, we walk with Joseph. Both stories are profiles in…
2025 Human Rights Day
On December 10, we observe Human Rights Day, which celebrates the United Nations’ adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This ground-breaking document expresses the inalienable rights guaranteed to…
Prayer Vigil for Immigrants, Dec. 12
Join us for a prayer vigil in support of our immigrant community on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. All are welcome to attend this nonviolent public witness of love…
