Father Sean Carroll, SJ, Named Provincial of Jesuits West Our executive director, Fr. Sean Carroll, SJ, has been appointed by Father General Arturo Sosa, SJ, to serve as the next provincial of the Jesuit West Province, succeeding Fr. Scott Santarosa, SJ. He will step into the role on July 31st. We have been so very blessed to have his leadership and vision at KBI and his spirit and passion for accompanying migrants will live on in Nogales. Virtually Celebrating the Spirit of … [Read more...]
November Announcements
Virtual Posadas with Ignatian Solidarity Network We’re excited to partner with Ignatian Solidarity Network to celebrate the spirit of Posadas while lifting up the voices of asylum seekers from KBI. From December 16-24 join ISN for a daily virtual experience of music, art, prayer, reflection, and action and journey with the Holy Family and migrants here along the US-Mexico border in search of shelter and protection. CLICK HERE for more information! Welcoming Gina Ramos We are excited to … [Read more...]
Catholic Organizations on the US-Mexico Border Congratulate President-Elect Biden, Commit to Working for Immigration Reform
Kino Border Initiative | Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley | Hope Border Institute Saturday November 7th, 2020 We congratulate you, Mr. Joseph R. Biden Jr., on the occasion of your election as the next President of the United States. You assume office at a time when the country faces sweeping challenges and needs. We require a renewed sense of politics as commitment to the common good, repaired democratic institutions and norms, a path forward through the pandemic, racial … [Read more...]
October Announcements
On October 21st, a resilient and dedicated group of migrants and asylum seekers from KBI gathered in downtown Nogales, Sonora to accompany childrenwho led the Children Seeking Asylum March. With steel beams of the border wall towering above, 10-year-old Fanny, 8-year-old Ronald, 15-year-old Anyeli, and 16-year-old Monse from Mexico, Venezuela, Honduras, and Mexico respectively courageously shared personal stories, statements, and pleas to one day have the opportunity to seek refuge in the United … [Read more...]
September Announcements
World Day of Migrants and Refugees On Sunday, September 27, we celebrated the 106th World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) that Pope Francis dedicated to internally displaced persons, titled “Like Jesus Christ, Forced to Flee.” He reminds us that displaced people offer us the opportunity to meet the Lord in those who flee threats and dangers. These crises, the displacement it causes, and the refugees it brings to our doorstep or a border far away, are “unseen tragedies” exacerbated by the … [Read more...]
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