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What’s Really Happening at the Border: Weekly Update’s New Season Begins

Author
Michael Buerkel Hunn
Published
Sat 30 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://bishophunn.podbean.com/e/what-s-really-happening-at-the-border-weekly-update-s-new-season-begins/

Diocese of the Rio Grande: Weekly Update on Borderland Ministries Join us for this week's update from the Diocese of the Rio Grande. Bishop Hunn returns with a critical interview featuring Ana Reza, chaplain for the Borderland Ministries, discussing current issues at the New Mexico and Far West Texas borders. Learn about the ongoing website refresh, the upcoming diocesan convention, and important actions you can take. Ana Reza shares firsthand insights about the realities facing migrant families, the growing detention centers, and the advocacy efforts needed. Discover ways to support, participate, and engage in this vital mission.


00:00 Welcome Back to the Weekly Update


00:33 Website Refresh and Convention Updates


02:05 Interview with Ana Reza: Borderland Ministries


03:07 Current Situation at Fort Bliss


06:08 Legal and Humanitarian Challenges


09:27 Daily Realities and Community Support


24:38 Self-Deportation and Support Programs


32:53 Call to Action and Final Thoughts

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