USCCB launches the ‘You Are Not Alone’ initiative

By Florida Catholic staff - Florida Catholic

MIAMI | To provide accompaniment and support to migrants and their families who are at risk of deportation, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and its national partners launched the You Are Not Alone initiative.

The nationwide You Are Not Alone initiative was announced during the conference’s Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore on Nov. 11, 2025, in response to the growing fear and instability caused by increased immigration enforcement and the threat of mass deportations. It is also a response by the Catholic Church to assure migrants and their families that the Church stands with them, offering pastoral support and accompaniment during this difficult time.

Our Catholic faith teaches that every person is made in the image of God and deserves respect, dignity and care. While people have the right to build a future in their homeland, they also have the right to migrate when life at home becomes unsafe or unsustainable.

This initiative focuses on emergency and family support, solidarity through public prayer and witness, and accompaniment and pastoral care – providing practical ways for local organizations and individuals to show solidarity with migrant families. These include guidance, activities, and resources to help communities respond with compassion and support in this time of uncertainty.

To learn more about the You Are Not Alone initiative, click here.

The Catholic Church is here to accompany immigrants and their families in need.

“You have in your hands a very great task, to accompany those who need a sign that God never abandons anyone—not the smallest, not the poorest, not the foreigner, not anyone.” – Pope Leo XIV.