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Sue Lefebvre
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Lives in Phoenix, Arizona

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I am a volunteer with the humanitarian organization, No More Deaths. This group works to save lives and prevent suffering among migrants crossing into the united states from mexico. they are desperate and face untold dangers when attempting to cross the sonoran desert. This blog provides current information about this crisis.

Blogs will be posted intermittently. To purchase my book, NO MORE DEATHS, go to amazon.com.
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12/23/2019

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I am not a Roman Catholic, but I love the Ignacian Solidarity Network. Their newsletter posts are so inspiring. Please see today's message below:

Do Not Be Afraid
By Crystal Catalan

Joseph was told, “Do not be afraid.” 
Mary too, was told, “Do not be afraid.” 

How important these four words are for me, too, especially in moments when I find myself unsure, or nervous, or in fear. When I feel abandoned, or when I find myself faced with difficult experiences throughout periods of transition, I am reminded too, to not be afraid.
 

I can not imagine how Mary and Joseph felt as they journeyed on their own, seeking to find a place for Mary to give birth to baby Jesus. Did they feel alone? Or were they comforted by their faith and hope in God? Did they cry out to God for answers, wondering if anyone would come to their aid and support them in their struggle? Would anyone extend compassion and make space for them in their homes and in their hearts?

In this fourth week of the Advent season, we can especially take time to think of the members in our communities, maybe our family members or friends who may have felt afraid, unheard, unseen, alone or abandoned. How can we make room for the poor and vulnerable individuals in our lives? Those in our close proximity, and those whom we may never meet? How can we not only provide them with our time and resources, but further, how can we work towards ensuring that just policies are in place and are upheld within structures which preserve the dignity of each human person?

This week, we especially pray for refugees, victims of injustice and oppression, and all who may feel afraid and alone this holiday season. May we continue to call upon Emmanuel, even beyond Christmas, and remind ourselves and one another that God is and will be forever with us.

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    Sue Lefebvre is a former early childhood educator . Since the passage of NAFTA in 2004, she has been very interested in immigration issues--joining her husband, Gene, in Tucson, AZ volunteering with the humanitarian group No More Deaths/No Mas Muertes in Southern Arizona.

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