Parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will celebrate Mass on November 10, 2013 in remembrance of immigrants who have died crossing the border or remain separated from their families due to issues with the current immigration system. The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office for Cultural Ministries invites all to join these parishes in praying for the passage of a just immigration reform.

Some of the participating parishes include:

Saint Patrick Parish
10:00 a.m.
Norristown, PA (Montgomery County)

Saint Ann Parish
6:00 p.m.
Phoenixville, PA (Chester County)

Saint Rocco Parish
6:00 p.m.
Avondale, PA (Chester County)

Our Lady of Hope Parish
All weekend masses
Philadelphia, PA

The Masses of Remembrance and Call for Immigration Reform began on November 2, 2013 in conjunction with el Dia de los Muertos (All Souls Day). They conclude November 10th.

The Office for the Vicar for Cultural Ministries (composed of the Office for Hispanic Catholics, Office for Migrant and Refugees, and Office for Black Catholics) supports through its various efforts the United States Catholic Bishops' comprehensive immigration plan and the Justice for Immigrants Campaign.

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Editor's Notes: For information on the United States Bishops Justice for Immigrant Campaign visit http://justiceforimmigrants.org.

Contact
Jhoselyn Martinez
Communications Specialist
215-587-3747