Preparing for National Migration Week 2017
In the US, Catholics celebrate migrants and their contributions to the nation. Watch coverage for more.
Immigration
Stars Shine Brightly in the Diocese of Immigrants
Ruth Samalca-Manligoy represented the diocesan Filipino Ministry, one of 29 ethnic ministries whose members were honored at two separate dinners at Gargiulo’s, Coney Island, in October. Marie Elena Giossi, reporter with The Tablet shares her story. Read the full article in
CMS helps children in foster care become US citizens
CMS works together with caseworkers from Heart Share St. Vincent's Services to help children in foster care on their path to citizenship.
Vice Chair Crowley, Assemblyman Moya Host Immigration Forum
On Wednesday, April 8th, Joe Crowley, Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus, and NYS Assembly Member Francisco Moya hosted an immigration forum in Jackson Heights, Queens.
Expanded DACA On Hold
We believe that a preliminary injunction preventing USCIS from accepting requests for the expansion of DACA is just a temporary setback.
President's Day Ceremonies Welcome New U.S. Citizens
USCIS to Welcome 5,000 New U.S. Citizens During Naturalization Ceremonies for Presidents Day.
CMS Conducts Outreach at St. Benedict Joseph Labre
On Sunday, Feb. 1, CMS staff Rebecca Rybaltowski and Lorena Lopez discussed CMS programs and services.
CMS to Host Citizenship Workshop
CMS is hosting a free Citizenship Application Assistance Workshop on Saturday, December 6th at Our Lady of the Angelus in Rego Park, Queens. If you are a Lawful Permanent Resident interested in applying for U.S. citizenship, please call (646) 597-8797 for
De Blasio Signs Legislation to Protect Immigrants' Rights
On November 14, CMS staff Kenny Minaya and Quetzalli Rocha attended a press conference where Mayor Bill de Blasio signed legislation that will protect the rights of immigrants in NYC. Mayor de Blasio met with members of the community in front
On Dec. 31, New York State Will Raise Minimum Wage to $8.75
Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation on March 29th 2013 that increased the minimum wage in three increments, $8.00 an hour on 12/31/13, $8.75 an hour beginning 12/31/14, and $9.00 an hour beginning 12/31/15. The minimum wage laws apply to all workers,