Letters to Leo is an interfaith, intergenerational effort by Chicagoans who refuse to stay silent as immigrant families in our city face violence, raids, and inhumane treatment at the Broadview detention center. In recent months, federal judges, faith leaders, and community members have raised alarm over conditions so severe that a court was forced to intervene—and over militarized raids that have shattered neighborhoods. Because Pope Leo is himself from the Chicagoland area, we are calling on him to bear witness to what is happening in his hometown and to intervene with the moral clarity only he can bring. We invite Chicagoans of all ages and all faith traditions to write letters or create artwork for Pope Leo, sharing your concerns and documenting how these actions are harming our communities. 

On this site you’ll find resources to write letters to Pope Leo, including:

• A sample letter

• Reflection prompts to write your own letters

• Toolkits for parishes

• Toolkits for classrooms, both parochial and public

Please send your letters and artwork to:

Secretariat of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

00120 Vatican City