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The cornerstone of faith is compassion, humanity and helping others in need. What’s happening to immigrant families in America - especially to children - is an assault on those foundational values of people of all faiths.

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Fr. Gary Graf begins a pilgrimage in Dolton, IL, heading toward Ellis Island. — Suburban pastor’s pilgrimage to New York will highlight plight of immigrants

Chicago Sun-Times · 10.06.25

Photo: Candace Dane Chambers / Chicago Sun-Times

Dolton Priest walking to Statue of Liberty in solidarity for immigrant families

CBS Chicago · Video · 10.06.25

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Residents of South Shore apartment reeling after federal immigration raid. — Massive immigration raid on Chicago apartment building leaves residents reeling: 'I feel defeated'

Chicago Sun-Times · 10.01.25

Photo: Anthony Vazquez / Chicago Sun-Times

Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger imparts an apostolic blessing during the Jubilee of Migrants Mass in Detroit. — Archbishop Weisenburger calls Catholics to be witnesses of hope for immigrants

Detroit Catholic · 10.06.25

Photo: Daniel Meloy / Detroit Catholic