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Immigrants and Refugees
Loretto strongly advocates for the needs of our neighbors and holds a special place in its heart for immigrants, migrants and refugees. We join with the universal Church is seeing the goodness of all people and welcome all with open arms. We tell the story of the immigrant to all who will listen and speak up on behalf of human life. Learn about our Justice and Peace work.
Loretto Justice Fellowship empowers students to serve with heart and soul
To work alongside others who are committed to empowering every person seeking assistance and using their expertise to provide relief, justice and hope to the most vulnerable is one of the biggest privileges I’ve stepped into. Maxine Perez The Loretto…
Immigration Spotlight – May 29, 2026
National Farm Worker Ministry Please join us Friday, May 29 at 11 am EST/8am Pacific, for the next Immigration Spotlight presented by the Loretto Latin America Caribbean Committee (LACC). To request the Zoom link, use the contact form at the…
You Are Not Alone – Prayer Vigil in Solidarity with ICE detainees
Please join Loretto on Saturday, March 7, 11-11:45am for “You Are Not Alone – Prayer Vigil in Solidarity with ICE detainees.” The prayer service is sponsored by the Archdiocese of St. Louis through the Peace and Justice Office. The Loretto…
Immigration Spotlight – January 30, 2026
Loretto’s Latin America Caribbean Committee invites you to join us this Friday, January 30th at 11:00am EST/8am Pacific, for our first Immigration Spotlight of 2026. We will discuss critical issues happening on different fronts regarding ICE, farmworkers, Homeland (in)Security, and…
Reflection on my First Loretto Justice Semester
By Giulianna Alcantarapalai, Loretto Justice Fellow The first day of orientation, I felt very excited for the opportunity to become a part of the Loretto Community. I had heard wonderful things about the program through one of my best friends,…
Loretto Justice Fellowship Reflection
By Dani Felix, Loretto Justice Fellow It’s only been three months since our Loretto Justice Fellowship orientation, but so much has already changed. I remember that day clearly — I felt both excited and frightened at the idea of meeting…
Immigration Spotlight – December 19, 2025
Babies and Elders (and everyone in between!) Please join us this Friday, December 19th at 11 am EST/8am Pacific, for our end-of-the-year holiday special Immigration Spotlight focusing on Babies and Elders (and everyone in between)! To request the Zoom link,…
In Their Stories I Found My Purpose: A reflection on Las Americas
By Ashley Vallecillo, Loretto Justice Fellow Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center (LAIAC) is more than a legal organization; it is a lifeline for individuals and families navigating one of the most challenging systems in our country. They provide free and…
LACC deepens commitment to protect, defend dignity of immigrant neighbors
This week on Loretto’s socials, the Loretto Latin America/Caribbean Committee (LACC) highlights LACC’s 2025 work to strengthen its partnerships in the U.S. and Mexico, support colleagues working on the front lines of migrant justice, and bring awareness to urgent immigration…
Time Travel: resettling Vietnamese refugees in 1977
In October 1977 eleven refugees from Vietnam sheltered at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Frederick, Colo., where Elizabeth Dyer and Kathy Santopietro worked with Leonard and Peter Urban. The families resettled in Longmont, Colo. Enjoy these photos from the past…
Refugees enrich our lives
I recently received a “begging letter” from the International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC), an agency based in Washington, D.C., working with refugee populations around the world. I’d given them some money last year, and they were following up with a…
Loretto Justice Fellowship End of Year Reflections
It’s the end of the year and the Loretto Justice Fellows have wonderful reflections to share. From Iris Cano: Looking back on my time with the Loretto Justice Fellowship, I can confidently say that it was a highly valuable and…