The Challenge of Migration: Beyond Borders (Vincentian Approach)

Authors

  • Jose Ortigosa The CM Province of Saint Vincent de Paul Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35312/q4a16m03

Keywords:

Migration, Imago Dei, Hospitality, Compassion

Abstract

This paper explores the dynamics of global migration, emphasizing the significant differences between historical and contemporary migration patterns. The article highlights the economic privilege of today's global travelers from the North and contrasts this with the plight of migrants driven by dire circumstances such as economic instability, political corruption, and social violence. It delves into the harsh realities faced by migrants, including dangerous journeys and hostile receptions in host countries. The piece underscores the moral and ethical imperatives, particularly for the Catholic Church, to provide compassionate and coordinated responses to migration. Invoking the Vincentian tradition of service to the poor calls for a commitment to treating migrants with dignity and integrating them into society. The article also touches on the complex and often harsh political responses to migration in various countries, advocating for a more humane and inclusive approach.

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2024-07-31

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How to Cite

Ortigosa, J. (2024). The Challenge of Migration: Beyond Borders (Vincentian Approach). Studia Vincentiana, 2(2), 173-186. https://doi.org/10.35312/q4a16m03