Standing Up for Immigrants and Our Planet

People in Portland are fighting for immigrants and climate justice. They gather outside the jail to support those inside. They sing and pray, showing their faith and love. A woman holds a picture of Our Lady of Guadalupe, who cries for her suffering children. Kids in Portland marched to City Hall. They wanted to help their friends, Joel and Estefania. These teens were taken by ICE, along with their family. The kids raised money for legal help. Parents feel heartbroken and angry. Their children are scared. Their friends are gone. Their neighbors live in fear.The director of The BTS Center talks to spiritual leaders. They care about climate change and immigrants' rights. They believe in compassion and action. Climate change affects people worldwide. It causes disasters and forces people to leave their homes. Those who contribute least to climate change suffer the most. When crops fail and homes are destroyed, people leave. They search for safety and security. Hunger and desperation lead to conflict. Conflict leads to more people fleeing. Supporting immigrants is part of climate justice. In 2026, people feel heavy with grief. They must acknowledge the common roots of injustices. They must act locally and together.