The Rev. Federico Lombardi, the Vatican spokesman, described Pope Benedict XVI’s unexpected announcement today of his impending resignation as one of “great dignity, great concentration and great understanding of the significance of the moment.” The historical importance of this decision is indeed great and should not be lost to us. In six hundred years no one has resigned the papacy. …
Family Unity, Immigration Reform and the House of Representatives
Jen Smyers | February 7, 2013
On Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives held a hearing on immigration. Congressional hearings are usually pretty dull, but since immigration has been a topic of interest recently – especially with President Obama’s speech in Las Vegas last week and the Senate’s introduction of bi-partisan principles – this one was packed. The line to enter wrapped around the hallway – …
People of Faith Called to Press for Immigration Reform
Rev. John L. McCullough | February 6, 2013
As originally published by Huffington Post, 02/03/2013 2:39 a.m. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-mccullough/people-of-faith-called-to-press-for-immigration-reform_b_2529427.html Watching the president deliver his second inaugural address, amid our commemoration and celebration of Dr. King’s legacy, I was reminded of my personal responsibility, as a pastor in particular, to advocate for justice. For many people of faith, this call is not just one of conscience, but also of commandment. …
A Pastoral Reflection on President Obama’s Immigration Speech
Rev. Patricia de Jong |
As originally published by Huffington Post, 01/31/2013, 11:53 a.m. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rev-patricia-de-jong/pastoral-reflection-on-president-obamas-immigration-speech_b_2590993.html This week, I sat in a high school auditorium and watched our president address an issue of urgent moral significance: immigration reform. Thousands gathered from across the country, including DREAMers wearing their graduation caps and many people displaying their heritages from across the globe – from Africa, South and Central America, …
CWS statement on the House Judiciary Committee Hearing
February 5, 2013
As a 67 year old humanitarian organization, Church World Service welcomes newcomers by helping them integrate into their new communities. Our member denominations and refugee resettlement offices know first-hand the impact that our broken immigration system has had on communities. It is from this lens that we approach immigration policy issues, including today’s hearing, “America’s Immigration System: Opportunities for Legal …
Remembering Haiti
Rev. John L. McCullough |
Today, during a congressional prayer service in Washington, D.C., we remembered those who died three years ago, the results of the most devastating earthquake in Haiti’s recorded history. Even more, we now remember those who are trying to forge a new and more hopeful future despite overwhelming challenges. The Apostle Paul asked, “Why is it thought incredible by any of …
CWS statement on the House Judiciary Committee Hearing
As a 67 year old humanitarian organization, Church World Service welcomes newcomers by helping them integrate into their new communities. Our member denominations and refugee resettlement offices know first-hand the impact that our broken immigration system has had on communities. It is from this lens that we approach immigration policy issues, including today’s hearing, “America’s Immigration System: Opportunities for Legal …
Major structural, program changes for CWS
New York, N.Y. – Global humanitarian agency CWS has announced a series of programmatic and staffing changes that will help it sharpen its focus and become a more global organization. “CWS has a real opportunity to strengthen its mission in the best interest of those we serve. I am excited about this opportunity,” CWS CEO and President John L. McCullough …
CWS Appeal Update: Hurricane Isaac and Late Summer Storms 2012
February 4, 2013
Appeal # 627-V update CWS appeal goal: $100,000 (unchanged) Funds received: $32,000 Funds received: $37,000 (estimated) Situation: Hurricane Isaac was a slow moving storm that took eight lives and caused an estimated $2 billion in damage in September 2012. It affected Florida, Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama in September 2012, Mississippi and Louisiana were again affected in December by severe storms …
Fundraising Safari: Young People Get Creative to Respond to Sandy
Nick Kiger |
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a CWS field staff person? You know, the people who help you organize your CROP Hunger Walks, you Blankets+ Sundays and your CWS Kits collections? Well, thanks to the new CWS Blog and yours truly, you will now have an inside look. The best part of working as CWS field …