It was a quiet gathering just across from the Erie County Prison.
People of all ages took part in what’s known as a Living Rosary — a form of group prayer organized by several local Catholic organizations. The event aimed to offer spiritual support for those being held at the prison.
We spoke with Sister Jacqueline Sanchez-Small of the Benedictine Sisters. She said it doesn’t matter where someone comes from — everyone should be treated like family and deserves protection.
Sanchez-Small added “that seeing so many people gathered in front of the prison shows the community’s willingness to stand together and support their neighbors.”
“Pope Leo and Pope Francis before him were very concerned — as we all are — about the treatment of our brothers and sisters who are immigrants in this country,” she said.