Six weeks ago, clergy and lay leaders in the diocese unaminously passed three resolutions at Convention dealing with immigration. As a founding member of our clergy association, I was thrilled that our diocese chose to support our immigrant communities, especially the congregations being led by Fr. Jose Roberts. One of those congregations, St. George's in Central Falls, has invited our clergy association to visit next Thursday, December 11th at 10:30 AM to learn more about what they are facing, as a community of faith and as individuals.
Come show your support for Fr. Jose and the community at St. George's, learn about what it feels like to be called 'illegal', listen to those who fear rounding the corner in broad daylight, and meet people who have lost relatives and friends to immigration raids. Afterwards, we'll take Fr. Jose and others to lunch at El Paisa, some of the best ethnic food in Rhode Island. Please let me know that you'll be there.
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