WSCC Statement on Immigration
“For I was hungry, and you gave me food, I was thirsty, and you gave me drink, a stranger and you made me welcome. Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” — Matthew 25:35-40
The bishops of Washington state reaffirm the Catholic Church’s long-standing commitment to welcome and care for migrants, grounded in the Gospel call to see Christ in the most vulnerable. While the U.S. immigration system remains broken, the bishops urge comprehensive reform that honors both human dignity and the need for secure borders. They advocate for policies rooted in Catholic teaching—especially the principles outlined in Strangers No Longer—and highlight ongoing efforts by Catholic Charities, parish ministries, and individual Catholics who accompany migrants through direct aid, legal services, and compassionate outreach. The faithful are called to respond with love, promote justice, and treat all migrants as sisters and brothers in Christ.
During National Migration Week, celebrated in September 2023, the bishops of Washington issued the statement below.
Read the Statement on the Status of Immigration in Washington State and the U.S. :
