Seattle Times | Seattle faith leaders gather for vigil in solidarity with immigrants

A group of nearly 100 people came together for a multifaith vigil outside the U.S. Courthouse in Seattle on Thursday to declare solidarity with immigrant communities. Some wore kippas, clericals, necklaces bearing crosses or the Star of David.

“Together in Welcome,” was co-hosted by several organizations, including the Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice NW, Faith Action Network, Church Council of Greater Seattle. Speakers included faith leaders and immigrants.

Speakers denounced President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and called on elected officials to take action and “hold the Trump administration accountable.” […]

Andrea Soroko Naar, the executive director of the Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice NW, who organized the event, spoke about the importance of bringing those from all different faith backgrounds together.

“I think it’s really powerful to build these spaces where we can bring community together,” Soroko Naar said. “We need to do more and continue to activate more people to take action, to publicly speak out and show up.”