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Cardinal Cupich: Immigrant Advocacy as Worship
Cardinal Cupich declares immigrant advocacy an act of divine worship in Chicago homily.
In brief
Cardinal Cupich declares immigrant advocacy an act of divine worship in Chicago homily. Cardinal Blase Cupich states that supporting migrants is an act of worship for every Christian, urging Catholics to translate faith into practical aid and advocacy. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Chicago's Welcome Legacy
Cardinal Cupich celebrates Chicago as a City of Welcome, highlighting its history of immigrant communities and cultural diversity.
Immigration Concerns
Cardinal Cupich notes the US spirit of welcome has been greatly diminished due to fear, profiling, and inhumane immigration enforcement.
Bishops' Call for Reform
US Bishops affirmed solidarity with migrants, opposed mass deportation, and called for significant immigration reform in November 2025.
Scripture Reflection
Cardinal Cupich links Moses' command to love strangers with Christ's call to recognize migrants as fellow human beings.
Encountering Christ
Cardinal Cupich urges Catholics to encounter Christ in shelters, processing centers, and neighborhoods where families struggle.
Call to Action
Cardinal Cupich demands immigration reform, humane law enforcement, religious liberty access, and expanded charitable outreach for migrants.
The bottom line
Cardinal Blase Cupich states that supporting migrants is an act of worship for every Christian, urging Catholics to translate faith into practical aid and advocacy.
