Homilies about migration

The Cry of the Migrant: A Lenten Reflection on Human Dignity and Justice

Bishop Ailio Menhivar

Bishop Menhivar, an immigrant himself, delivers a keynote address on immigration and the church's prophetic voice, framing the discussion within the Lenten context of Christ's suffering and cry on the cross. He emphasizes the Church's social teaching on the inherent dignity of every person, the right to migrate and not to be forced to migrate, and the state's role in humane regulation, advocating for a culture of encounter and reconciliation over indifference and powerlessness. The homily calls for presence, concrete actions, and advocacy for migrants, seeing their cry as a path to redemption and a purification from societal indifference.

San José: El Migrante Valiente y el Milagro de la Providencia Divina

This homily, delivered during Lent and in preparation for the Solemnity of St. Joseph, focuses on St. Joseph as a model of trust in divine providence, especially for migrants. The priest emphasizes that Joseph, a migrant himself, teaches us to detach from worldly possessions and control, and instead, to embrace God's guidance even when faced with closed doors and adversity. He highlights Pope Francis's idea that Joseph himself was the miracle, urging listeners to also be miracles for others.