Contact: Reverend John Beaty at interfaithimmigrationadvocates@gmail.com or 330-671-5732
***MEDIA ADVISORY***
Saturday, June 17
12:30-1:30 PM EST
Exchange House, Akron, OH
Interfaith Prayer Vigil for Devoted Immigrant and Refugee Dads Facing Deportation
Akron, OH – On Saturday, June 17th at 12:30 pm EST, just ahead of Father’s Day, please join faith leaders, refugee and immigrant advocacy groups, and supporters in a prayer vigil for fathers facing deportation. As a community and nation, we can protect and preserve immigrant and refugee families, work toward immigration reform, and welcome immigrants and refugees to the United States. Akron has consistently worked to protect residents and visitors from discrimination and welcome individuals of all backgrounds. Join us in this interfaith, prayerful response to a moral crisis.
WHAT: Prayer Vigil for Dads Facing Deportation
WHEN: Saturday, June 17th, 12:30 pm-1:30 pm EST
WHO: Faith leaders, refugee and immigrant advocacy groups, and supporters
WHERE: Exchange House, 760 Elma St, Akron, OH 44310
