National New Sanctuary Movement Advocates for Immimgration Reform in Washington, D.C.

Submitted by nmx_sayrah on Sat, 04/03/2010 - 17:10

National New Sanctuary Movement Takes Part in Ecumenical Advocacy Days

Members of the national new sanctuary movement from Portland, Seattle, Chicago, Los Angeles, Ventura County, Denver, Kansas City, New York, Boston, gathered in Washington, D.C. for their National Committee Meeting and to also participate in the annual Ecumenical Advocacy Days gathering from March 19-22, 2010 as a part of a national convening for immigrant rights, especially from the faith communities, under the theme “"A Place to Call Home: Immigrants, Refugees and Displaced Peoples."

Jean Montrevil RELEASED!

Submitted by nmx_sayrah on Sat, 01/30/2010 - 18:21

Thank you for sending emails and letters to the Department of Homeland Security to support Jean Montrevil's release from immigration detention. Jean was released on Saturday and is now home with his wife, Janay, and their four children.

Together we sent more than 1,150 emails to the Department of Homeland Security to secure his release.

National Immigrant Rights Leader Detained by ICE; stop his deportation!

Submitted by nmx_sayrah on Fri, 01/01/2010 - 00:01

Jean Montrevil, a longtime permanent resident originally from Haiti, is the father of four US citizen children and a leader in the national new sanctuary movement. On Dec. 30, 2009 he was detained by the US Immigration Customs & Enforcement (ICE).

Information on what you can do to stop Jean's deportation | | | Press Coverage: Democracy Now!

Interfaith Vigil & Posada for Immigration Reform gathered about 70 people despite the cold in Portland, Oregon

Submitted by pdx_marco on Thu, 12/17/2009 - 18:35

About 70 people from very diverse faith communities gathered in front of the Federal Building in Portland, OR with candle lights, guitars and cardboard boxes that built a US-Mexico border wall!. Faith leaders from different traditions reflected and prayed for just and humane immigration reform. They highlighted the need to change the root causes of immigration and stop punishing innocent immigrates who in its majority have come to the US pushed by war, discrimination and the global economy and the effects of free trade agreements that put profits over human need as their priorities.

Dec. 15th Albuquerque, New Mexico Vigil at Deparment of Homeland Security

Submitted by nmx_sayrah on Thu, 12/17/2009 - 01:19

More than 70 people from eight local churches, several immigrant rights groups, and immigrant families gathered with candles and processed to the Department of Homeland Security in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The local band, L@s Otr@s, brought guitars and a violin and led the group in traditional Las Posadas songs.

Six clergy/religious leaders representing the Catholic, Episcopal, Unitarian, United Church of Christ/Disciples of Christ, Mennonite and Quaker churches read statements from their faith traditions about immigration. Some read from the Bible; others gave sermons.

Boston vigil -- December 19th 2009

Submitted by boston_michael on Wed, 12/16/2009 - 20:49

STANDING ON THE SIDE OF LOVE TO KEEP IMMIGRANT FAMILIES TOGETHER
END THE RAIDS AND DEPORTATIONS!

During immigrant rights week, we are shining the light of faith from coast to coast.

Candle Light Vigil
Saturday, December 19th 4pm
Copley Square
(in the “park” area along Dartmouth Street opposite the Boston Public Library)

In the spirit of the holidays, Welcome the Stranger! Defend immigrants from the hate-mongerers! Advocate for fair, humane immigration reform in 2010!

Bring a flashlight or electric candle….

Press Coverage

Submitted by vc_alice on Fri, 12/11/2009 - 22:44

Here's a list of press coverage we've gotten so far:

Ventura County, California:
Protesters target immigration reform with rally at congressman's office from the Ventura County Star

Albuquerque, New Mexico:
UNIVISION (largest Spanish language television network) covered Dec 15th vigil in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Portland, Oregon:

PRESS RELEASE: Faith Leaders Announce Vigils Across Nation to “Shine the Light” on Need for Immigration Reform

Submitted by sanctuary on Wed, 12/09/2009 - 22:34

Clergy and Immigrant Family Join Press Call to Urge Congress to Reunite Families and “Welcome the Stranger”

For Immediate release:
Contact: Laurie Anderson, 816-560-4616
December 9, 2009

NEW YORK CITY, December 10: Vigil Outside Varick Street Detention Center

Submitted by nyc_amy on Wed, 12/09/2009 - 22:29

THE TIME IS NOW
For Humane Immigration Reform!

On International Human Rights Day, join New York community and faith leaders outside Varick Street Detention Center as we urgently call for just and humane immigration reform.

12 NOON: PRESS CONFERENCE
7:30PM: VIGIL
Outside Varick Street Detention Center
(201 Varick Street, Intersection of Houston and Varick Sts)

*Please bring a photo of your loved ones and a candle!*

Las Posadas Actions Around the Country, December 10 - 19

Submitted by nmx_sayrah on Wed, 12/02/2009 - 06:15

Las Posadas actions are happening in at least twelve cities, including: Los Angeles, CA; Ventura County, CA; Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Albuquerque, NM; Kansas City, MO; St. Paul, MN; Chicago, IL; Miami, FL; Boston, MA, NYC, NY; and Washington DC. Click "Read more" to find an action near you.

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