BCICRR
Bucks County Interfaith Coalition for Refugee Resettlement
BCICRR Certified As Sponsor for New Family
As we wrote last month, BCICRR has been certified as a sponsor by Welcome Corps. We hope that this will expedite the processing of the family’s visas but at this point we are still awaiting word that they are clear to come to the United States.
While we wait for this word, the family is still in Pakistan with their two children and baby on the way. We have been able to make contact with them and a few weeks ago, the husband shared these words that showcase what an impact our community can have: I appreciate the honorable treatment you have given to my family these past few weeks and I believe more than ever that humanity is still alive in this troubled world. At worst, even if your work doesn't work out, I'll be forever in your debt. I hope one day I will be in a position to repay your cooperation.
Waiting with patience is not easy. We continue to ask for your prayers for this family and their safety. We want to thank everyone who has signed up to provide household items once the family arrives. The sign up genius is full, and so are our hearts.
Faith Reflection
If I can stop one heart from breaking by Emily Dickinson
If I can stop one heart from breaking,
I shall not live in vain,
If I can ease one life the aching,
Or cool one pain,
Or help one fainting robin
Unto his nest again,
I shall not live in vain.
Our interfaith community grounds our work in the teachings of our diverse traditions. Each meeting of BCICRR begins with a reading or reflection from a member of the community. We share one of them here.
WHO WE ARE
Bucks County Interfaith Coalition for Refugee Resettlement (BCICRR) was founded in 2016 as an all-volunteer group working together to support two Syrian families.
The coalition is made up of Christians, Jews, Muslims, and others who have come together to provide friendship, practical assistance, and financial support for these families. Along the way we have become an extended family, supporting and learning from one another.