uscitizenpod: A U.S. Citizenship Quiz for Easter This quiz pairs ten citizenship questions with ten American Christians from the western Catholic and Protestant traditions:
Bartolomé de las Casas
Sojourner Truth
Aimee Semple McPherson
Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin
Bishop Fulton Sheen
Mother Angelica
Billy Graham
Huston Smith
Watchman Nee
Later, dig deeper into the lives of these saints. For example, Bartolome de las Casas was once a slave owner himself, but changed. His failed mission in Puerto Rico compelled him to take holy orders as a Dominican friar. This change eventually led to his new job as the Bishop of Chiapas, Mexico where used his power to fight for civil rights. Reading his works today, it would be easy to imagine what he would say about the Black Lives Matter movement, Puerto Rico's economic woes, or the increased militarization of U.S.-Mexico border. Download the bonus quiz pdf! Also see: Happy Pascha! A Citizenship Quiz in Honor of Eastern Orthodox Christian Americans
Washington D.C. will mark Emancipation Day on Friday, April 16, commemorating an 1862 act signed by Abraham Lincoln which abolished slavery in the District, freeing over 3,000 people eight months before the Emancipation Proclamation.
Learn more about Emancipation Day
USCIS 100:73. Name the U.S. war between the North and the South.
the Civil War
the War between the States
USCIS 100:73. 74. Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
slavery
economic reasons
states’ rights
USCIS 100:73. 75. What was one important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?*
freed the slaves (Emancipation Proclamation)
saved (or preserved) the Union
led the United States during the Civil War
USCIS 100:73. 76. What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
The Way of Asylum as a community experience of compassion and empathy was inspired by the art of Michelina Nicotera-Taxiera, who created a moving interpretation of Stations of the Cross, a 14-step Catholic devotion that commemorates Jesus Christ’s last day on Earth as a man. In her version, Michelina's art recognizes that asylum seekers embody Christ in our midst, confronting us with the truly horrific journey that many who seek asylum endure on their journey to seek safety and refuge.
DSJ: Stations of the Cross: The American Immigrant Experience Via Cruces: La Experiencia de los Inmigrantes en Los Estados Unidos Based on the Scriptural Version of the Stations by Fr. Jon Pedigo, STL Daylesford Abbey: Stations of the Cross for Immigrants and Migrants When we pray the Stations, it is not for the purpose of undertaking an historical remembering of what occurred but to show us what is happening now – what is happening within each of us. The reason for praying the Stations of the Cross is to enter into the mystery of Jesus’ gift of himself for us – to experience his means of transforming suffering through love. (see their collection of themed-SOTC) Episcopalian Migration Ministries Our reflection authors represent a wide variety of experiences and backgrounds; each offers a poignant reflection on a Station and its relevance to migration and what it means to welcome the stranger as we would welcome Christ. Each reflection calls us back to our essential identity as beloved children of God and asks us to prayerfully reflect on the meaning of the Cross in a world being transformed by migration.
Stations of the Cross is a public art project that seeks to use the story of the Passion to prompt reflection and action in response to challenges of social justice. Also see imago-arts.org.
Im/migration: Stations of the Cross The following series of stations was curated by Grace Commons during Lent 2012, contemplating each station through the lens of immigration and migration. JRUSA: The Jesuit Refugee Service Way of the Cross Christ calls us to keep watch. Let us accompany Jesus on this journey as we watch and pray over all that is going on with many of our sisters and brothers around the world. pdf | 2022-renew-the-earth
MIGRANT STATIONS OF THE CROSS ARE IN EXHIBITION AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL Lenten worshippers admired the artwork exhibit created with sacred artifacts found along the U.S.-Mexico border Crossing Borders: The Reconciliation of a Nation of Immigrants - with Ali Noorani and Amanda Ripley(video) In an era when immigration on a global scale defines the fears and aspirations of Americans, Crossing Borders presents the complexities of migration through the stories of families fleeing violence and poverty, the government and nongovernmental organizations helping or hindering their progress, and the American communities receiving them. SVD: STATIONS OF THE CROSS OF JESUS, THE MIGRANT AND REFUGEE The Way of the Cross is directed towards those communities and people who are living the painful experience of migration and refugee status, to all who work with migrants and refugees in order to build a better world, a world without borders, and to all men and women of goodwill who wish to be involved in this noble task. Trocaire: Stations of the Cross: Reflections on war by Syrian Child Refugees Trócaire is delivering humanitarian assistance to those fleeing conflict and seeking refuge. Download and use our stations of the cross with reflections on war by Syrian child refugees. USCCB: PRAYING THE STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOR VICTIMS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKINGEnglish Hear the prayers which we pour forth to you, for the freedom of captives and the conversion of those who enslave them.
This new Stations of the Cross resource on overcoming racism can help you, your family, or faith community reflect on the pastoral letter against racism, Open Wide Our Hearts: The Enduring Call to Love. A rich Lenten reflection, this prayer resource can help open our hearts to the persistent sin of racism and the call to help overcome it.
More Faith-Based Immigration and Refugee Resources Catholic Relief Service: Ministry Resources throughout the year related to justice for immigrants, refugees, and the marginalized. Powerful Stations of the Cross. CLINIC: Praying the Rosary with Our Lady of Guadalupe and Tales of Immigrants - The Luminous Mysteries CLINIC invites you to join us in praying for dignity and justice for our immigrant sisters and brothers. Just as the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary shed light on an important aspect of Christ’s mission, we hope these reflections will shed light on some immigrant experiences. ESA: Immigration and Refugee Resources We propose a discussion based on the reality that immigrants (authorized or otherwise) are human beings made in the image of God. Download ESA's Citizen Among Us: Loving the Immigrant as Ourselves, ESA’s free small group study guide on immigration IIC: Holy Days and Holidays Resources The Interfaith Immigration Coalition (IIC) is a partnership of faith-based organizations committed to enacting fair and humane immigration reform that reflects our mandate to welcome the stranger and treat all human beings with dignity and respect. Coalition members work together to advocate for just and equitable immigration policies, educate faith communities, and serve immigrant populations around the country. Esperanza Immigration Legal Services Driven by the biblical mandate to serve the “least of these” (Matthew- 25:40), we strengthen Hispanic communities. We carry out this mission through a variety of programs and services that are all designed to empower people through education, housing and economic development, immigration legal services, job training and advocacy. LIRS: Be Not Afraid / No Temas Be Informed materials to host a Know Your Rights session for immigrants in your community. Sojourners: Immigration: Welcoming the Stranger The United States is a nation of immigrants. Yet, our laws prevent immigrants from using their God-given gifts to improve communities and grow the economy. Through our work with the Interfaith Immigration Coalition and other partners, we are articulating the biblical witness for immigration reform, demonstrating the human cost of inaction, and encouraging our political leaders to take action. By working together, we believe the faith community has a historic opportunity to help create a road map to citizenship for 11 million aspiring Americans. who wish to fully integrate and contribute to the social fabric of our nation.
Lady Liberty Opening the gate to a immigrant Jewish family. Source.
The United States is a Nation of Immigrants. Each immigrant group brings it unique story. Passover (Pesach) is the Jewish holiday that celebrates the emancipation of the Jews from slavery in ancient Egypt. The Haggadah is a Jewish text that is read every year during the Passover meal (Seder). Here are four haggadahs which remember that the Jews were once refugees, too, and are obligated to seek justice for "the Stranger."
Vice President Harris Participates in the White House's Virtual Passover Celebration with Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff
Also see: VOANews: New York Mosque Hosts Passover Celebrations POP QUIZ 100:03. The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words? 100:09. What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence? 100:10. What is freedom of religion? 100:51. What are two rights of everyone living in the United States? 100:55. What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy? 100:58. What is one reason colonists came to America? 100:76. What did the Emancipation Proclamation do? 100:84. What movement tried to end racial discrimination? 100:95. Where is the Statue of Liberty?* 100:100. Name two national U.S. holidays.
Washington D.C.'s world-famous cherry blossoms will be at their peak bloom through this weekend. Under ideal conditions they can hold their blossoms for up to two weeks. Find out more here.
Madeleine Albright, the first female U.S. secretary of state, died Wednesday at the age of 84. She leaves a legacy that shaped American foreign policy and served as an inspiration for many. VOA’s Salem Solomon takes a look at her extraordinary life and career.
This online collection features more than 200 pins, most of the costume variety, which Secretary Albright wore to communicate a message before, during, and after her years of public service, including the years she led the Department of State, from 1997 to 2001.
POP QUIZ
USCIS 100:35. What does the President’s Cabinet do?
USCIS 100:36. What are two Cabinet-level positions?
USCIS 100:41. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government?
USCIS 100:53. What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
USCIS 100:78. Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.*
USCIS 100:83. During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
Commemorates 1862 act signed by Lincoln which freed the slaves in the District of Columbia.
April 17: Easter post A U.S. Citizenship Quiz for Easter
April 18: Income Tax Day 15 question quiz and more post (postponed because of Passover, Easter, and DC Emancipation Day) April 22: Earth Day Citizenship Resources for Earth Day post April 24: Pascha Happy Pascha! A Citizenship Quiz in Honor of Eastern Orthodox Christian Americans post
