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Across the U.S. today, International Human Rights Day, faith leaders are gathering in vigils to “Shine the Light” on the need for comprehensive immigration reform. From the press release:

Diverse faith communities in thirteen cities are holding Posadas and prayer vigils during the Days of Action, in an effort to illuminate the plight of immigrant families and spread a message of family unity and welcome during the holiday season.

“Across the nation we are highlighting the plight of immigrant families who are suffering from fear and separation during this season of family unity and hope,” said Alice Linsmeier. “We’ve heard children say that the best present they could get for Christmas would be having their mommy home with them without fear of separation.”

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