The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops recognizes the first week of January as National Migration Week. Catholic Charities has organized a number of activities to celebrate this week in the Diocese of Jackson. Here is a brief schedule of activities:
– Sunday January 3, 5 p.m., Tupelo St. James will host a screening of the documentary “One border, One body,” followed by dialogue and a potluck.
– Tuesday January 5, 6 p.m., Catholic Charities of Vardaman offers the workshop:  “Future of Migration Reform in the U.S.A,” followed by a free legal clinic from 7 – 9 p.m.
– Wednesday, Jan. 6, 5 p.m., Pontotoc St. Christopher will host a presentation from Amelia McGowan, attorney, about migration resources for those in Hispanic ministry. Pastors, Lay Ecclesial Ministers and others in Hispanic ministry are especially invited. At 6:30 p.m. the parish will celebrate Spanish Mass in the context of National Migration week including a traditional celebration of the three wise men. After Mass, share a traditional “Rosca de Reyes,” or three kings cake.
– Thursday, January 7, 6 p.m., Corinth St. James will host the workshop:  “Future of Migration Reform in the U.S.A,” followed by a free legal clinic.
– Friday, January 8, 6 p.m., Tupelo St. James will host the workshop  “Future of Migration Reform in the U.S.A,” followed by a legal clinic.
– Saturday, January 9, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Tupelo St. James will host a free legal clinic. Mass to close National Migration week will start at 4 p.m. celebrated by Father Mike McAndrew, C.SS.R., migrant missionary. A potluck will follow.