Prayer Vigil

Join members of PHLC as we stand with our wider community at a weekly prayer vigil in support of immigrants who have been seized and are being held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This vigil takes place every Friday, beginning at 8:30 AM, at the ICE Field Office, 3000 Sydney Street, Pittsburgh. It is grounded in faith, compassion, and a shared commitment to justice.

Each gathering includes hymns, spoken prayers, and intentional moments of silence. Together, we create sacred space in the midst of public life—bearing witness to the dignity of our immigrant neighbors and naming the harm caused by unjust systems. This is a peaceful, quiet protest, meant to remind the public that the suffering of our neighbors is not abstract or distant, but real and happening in our community.

Participants are welcome to carry signs that reflect messages of hope, solidarity, and justice. In keeping with the spirit of the vigil, there will be no shouting, chanting, or bullhorns. Those attending will stand on the public sidewalk only and may not enter the roadway or the property of the ICE facility. These guidelines help ensure the safety of all involved and preserve the prayerful nature of the gathering.

This vigil is an act of faithful presence—showing up, week after week, to say that immigrants are beloved, that families matter, and that silence in the face of injustice is not an option. Whether you come every Friday or are able to join us once, your presence matters.

The vigil is hosted by Sisters of St. Joseph, Pax Christi, and Casa San José. All are welcome to come, pray, and stand in solidarity with our immigrant neighbors.

Please note: if the Pittsburgh Public schools cancels or has a 2-hour delay, the Vigil for that day will be cancelled.