In living memory: Anne M Jones on the importance of vigil

18 May 2023 | by Anne M Jones

‘I pray for those mothers who will never see their sons again.’

‘This is when the word “refugee” takes on a human meaning, the way pope Francis has described: “Every person has a name and a face.” Yes, and a story, too.'

Each month, a group of about twenty people gathers outside the Home Office. It’s a vigil, held to acknowledge the deaths of people fleeing wars and famine, seeking sanctuary in Europe. The vigil is organised by Westminster Justice and Peace group, and the London Catholic Worker. I have been vigiling for over three years.

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