CRS Welcomes Pope Francis' Visit to Iraq as a Sign of Hope in a Time of Crisis
The pope is scheduled to visit Iraq March 5-8.
Iraqi Refugees
CRS Opposes Slash of U.S. Refugee Admissions as Pope Launches Global Refugee Campaign
Initial reports suggest that the limit of refugee admissions is the lowest number since 1980.
From National Catholic Reporter: When the soul sees desperate need, it does not turn away
Bishop Kicanas weighs in on the refugee crisis.
From Catholic Health Association: Thinking Globally - Children Use Arts, Puppetry to Express Themselves
The No Strings Attached program allows for Syrian and Iraqi children to heal from trauma.
From Aleteia: The surprising inspiration one American aid worker found in Iraq
An interview with head of programming in Iraq.
From WBRC News: Hoover HS Graduate Provides Relief Support in Iraq to People Fleeing ISIS
Fox news local affliate interviewed head of programming in Iraq.
From Huffington Post: Heartbreaking Suffering for Iraqis fleeing Fallujah
More than 3 million Iraqis have been displaced because of ongoing war and conflict. As a new wave of violence erupts in Fallujah, more lives are being threatened to be displaced. The Huffington Post reported on how humanitarian organizations like Catholic Relief Services are working to help families in need.
Oil Price Plunge Affecting Displaced in Iraq as Winter Bears Down
The worldwide plunge in oil prices is reducing support for the millions of displaced in Iraq whose needs are only growing.
