By Grayson Hester Maria knows, perhaps better than most, that for things to grow, there must be patience. For things to flourish one needs resilience and humility, a willingness both to get hands dirty and to let go. Having moved from the mountains of Guatemala to Immokalee, Fla., 22 years ago, Maria understands the necessity … Continue reading
CBF Executive Coordinator Paul Baxley visited ministry partners and respite centers on December 12 at the U.S.-Mexico border. Baxley’s visit comes alongside news of 1,500 migrants crossing the Rio Grande river into El Pason in a single day. Continue reading
By Rubén Ortiz Our eyes and ears never get a break. Continual sight and sound revolve around the border crisis. Headlines follow one another; news flashes and press conferences interrupt our daily lives. Expert opinions multiply, while solutions diminish. Politicians, logisticians, religious leaders and activists visit the Southern border. They all clamor to be correct … Continue reading
By Stephen Reeves In recent weeks, many Americans have been shocked by the practice of separating children from their parents as part of the Trump Administration’s “zero tolerance” policy. The tactic was implemented and then rescinded in part to deter other migrants from making the trip north. Many believe it was enacted also to strengthen … Continue reading
CBF Executive Coordinator Suzii Paynter is traveling along the U.S. border this week as part of a delegation of women faith leaders through Faith in Public Life in support of immigrant children and families. Below is a brief update from Paynter with photos from the trip. Follow @cbfinfo and @SuziiSYP on Twitter for additional updates … Continue reading