"I dream of a "missionary option," that is, a missionary impulse capable of transforming everything so that the Church’s customs, ways of doing things, times and schedules, language and structures can be suitably channeled for the evangelization of today’s world rather than for her self-preservation." Evangelii Gaudium 27
Migrants and refugees are often put in extremely difficult situations. This session will seek to better understand how the Church can encounter and support migrants and refugees as a source of hope, acting as advocates for justice.
Sean Callahan is president and CEO of Catholic Relief Services. A 28-year veteran of CRS, he has held a variety of leadership roles overseas and at agency headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland.
Deacon David Hamel is a permanent deacon in the Diocese of Tulsa, assigned to St. Joseph Parish in Bristow. He also serves as the director of programs at Catholic Charities.
Most Rev. Edgar M. da Cunha, SDV, is the bishop of Fall River. He previously served as auxiliary bishop of Newark as well as novice master for the Vocationist Fathers.
Bishop, Maronite Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon of Los Angeles
Most Rev. A. Elias Zaidan is bishop of the Maronite Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon of LosAngeles. Ordained a priest in 1986, he was ordained a bishop in 2013.
Monday July 3, 2017 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
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