Trapped by False Promises
Migrants seeking safety and opportunity often encounter exploitation hidden behind false promises. Through the work of Maryknoll Lay Missioner Heidi Cerneka, survivors are finding protection, dignity, and hope.
Trafficked across borders: Migrants trapped by deception, violence, and injustice
Across borders and continents, vulnerable migrants are coerced into forced labor, sexual exploitation, and criminal activity. Maryknoll lay missioner Heidi Cerneka shares stories of courage, survival, and the urgent call to defend human dignity. On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, bear witness—and take action.
Build a longer table, not higher walls
Forced into the shadows and denied the right to work, asylum seekers are simply trying to survive—and they are entitled to dignity. In the gospel story of the bold SyroPhoenician woman, missioner Sr. Deirdre Griffin is reminded of the call to challenge exclusion and rethink what it means to truly welcome.
The most dangerous part of migrants’ journey
Heidi Cerneka traveled with a fact-finding group to the Darién Gap on the Colombia-Panama border.
A Gospel approach to serving migrants
An interview with Deirdre Griffin about her work as an immigration lawyer helping migrants at shelters in El Paso, Texas.
‘A new vessel’
Immigration attorney Sr. Deirdre Griffin now assists migrants at Annunciation House shelters with legal support services.
Tackling the human trafficking of migrants
Heidi Cerneka’s new ministry addresses a serious global problem across three continents
‘Worth more than many sparrows’
Debbie Northern says too often migrants are not being treated as our brothers and sisters. Christians need to reach out with compassion.
Living in and from the heart of Jesus
We come to know Jesus’ heart by entering into relationships with people who are marginalized in their communities.
‘Credible fear’
An immigration attorney’s update from just north of the border
No hands but yours
Mexican American teacher Letty Macías joins Maryknoll Lay Missioners’ efforts to welcome migrants and refugees in El Paso.
