Pope Francis addresses a letter to the bishops of the United States, expressing his support for their efforts to protect the rights and dignity of migrants.
In a letter dated 10 February 2025, and addressed to his brothers in the episcopate, Pope Francis acknowledges the work of U.S. bishops in standing alongside migrants and refugees, he expresses support for efforts to uphold the fundamental dignity of every human person and he highlights the importance of pastoral accompaniment for those facing displacement.
In his letter, the Pope recalls the Holy Family’s flight into Egypt and draws a parallel between their experience and that of many migrants today. Their journey, he notes, shines the light on “the phenomenon of migration as a decisive moment in history” and reaffirms “not only our faith in God but also the infinite and transcendent dignity of every human person.”
Highlighting Pope Pius XII’s apostolic constitution on the Care of Migrants, which describes the Holy Family as a model for all who must leave their homeland in search of safety and stability, he writes “Your work in defending migrants is deeply rooted in the mission of Christ and the history of the Church.”
With thanks to Vatican News, where this article originally appeared.