Cardinal Czerny Urges Europe to Remember Migratory Roots Ahead of Election

Cardinal Michael Czerny, Pope Francis’ point person on migration, urged European voters to recall their migratory roots and show compassion to migrants. Speaking ahead of the European Parliament elections, Czerny emphasized the need to counteract fear and ideology-driven narratives surrounding migration.

Cardinal Michael Czerny, a leading voice on migration for the Vatican, called on European voters to remember their migratory backgrounds and exhibit compassion toward those fleeing their homes. His appeal comes just days before the European Parliament elections, where migration is a central issue.

At the launch of Pope Francis’ annual message for migrants, Czerny highlighted that migration rhetoric today is often driven by fear, ideology, and propaganda. He urged Europeans to recall their migratory roots, emphasizing that many Europeans descend from migrants.

Drawing on biblical references, Czerny encouraged Christian charity towards migrants. He also referenced Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni’s impending visit to Albania to inspect migrant detention centers, reinforcing the ongoing political debate about migration in Europe.