Bishop Cantu's letter comes as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson begins his time as the chief foreign affairs adviser to President Donald Trump.

In North Africa, migrants from sub-Saharan Africa now make up a large proportion of Catholic communities.

The U.S. bishops have published statements condemning three executive orders in President Trump's first week.

"The bond between Christians and Muslims is founded on the unbreakable strength of charity and justice."

The law has brought about important gains in coverage and those gains should be protected.

The inauguration of a new president can be a time of hope and renewal for the country, Cardinal Dolan said.