United States/Mexico Border

Snapshots from the US/MX border

Columban missionaries have been accompanying communities along the United States/Mexico border for more than 25 years. Every day we see how border communities are models of hospitality and creative cross-cultural encounters. We’re friends with the families that call this place home, who cherish their binational heritage.

We also see how inhumane immigration enforcement and extreme militarization sow fear and distrust in our communities. And for those that do not live here, conflicting media reports and demonizing rhetoric may be their only source of information about this beautiful place.
We invite you to come and see the reality beyond the rhetoric. The resources and articles on this webpage will help you to gain a greater understanding of what is really going on at the border and how you can best advocate for border communities.

At the border, every day is an opportunity to put into practice St. Columban's famous teaching: “let a life unlike your own be your teacher.”

How Can You Get Involved?

U.S./Mexico Border

Visit the US/MX Border

The Columban Mission Center in El Paso hosts “border awareness experiences” all year long.

Border Workshop

Host a Border Justice Workshop

See the reality beyond the rhetoric. Host a border justice workshop for your faith community or group.

Capitol

Tell Congress: End MPP & Title 42

Write to your Members of Congress today urging them to end MPP and Title 42, two policies that are denying asylum-seekers their right to request safety.