World Refugee Day
“Hope away from Home. A World where refugees are always included.”
June 20, 2023
“The human tragedy that is forced migration is a global phenomenon today. This crisis which can be measured in numbers and statistics, we want instead to measure with names, stories, families.”
—Pope Francis
Every minute 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution, violence, terror or the effects of climate change or natural disasters. “We pray that we may have the courage to stand and act
in defense of human dignity for all our sisters and brothers in need.” (CRS)
PRAYER FOR REFUGEES
Loving God,
Millions of our sisters and brothers are on the move around the world,
Not by choice, but by desperation.
For those forced to flee violence,
We pray they find safety.
For those seeking economic opportunity,
We pray they find secure livelihoods.
For those trying to support and protect their families,
We pray they find communities to embrace them.
For those searching for peace and hope,
We pray that we may be bearers of the Good News.
We are called to be prophetic advocates in this world.
To call out injustice and be heralds of Truth and Love.
We pray that all migrants, refugees and displaced persons
May find safe and loving communities
And the opportunity to thrive.
And we pray that we may have the courage to stand and act
In defense of human dignity for all our sisters and brothers in need.
Amen. (Catholic Relief Services)
