We, the JPIC Circle of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (all IBVMs and Companions), find the conditions and treatment of children and families seeking asylum at the U.S./ Mexico border to be deplorable, heinous, and unacceptable. We are demanding that our elected officials, the members of the U.S. Congress, provide all that is necessary to meet their needs: housing, food, clothing, physical and mental health care and safety. It is mandatory that the necessary steps be established for them to remain in the United States while pursuing their asylum. 07/08/19