Every Second Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 AM
On the second Tuesday of every month, ICOM hosts a prayer vigil at the Whipple Federal Building at Fort Snelling, the regional ICE headquarters for a five-state area and the site of both immigrant detention facilities and an immigration court. Since our vigils are held on stolen land we have a Land Acknowledgement.
People of any faith and no particular faith are invited to join in an hour of prayer and song, hosted by a rotating cast of faith communities and social justice groups. Guest speakers provide attendees with concrete opportunities to show solidarity with detainees and to oppose inhumane detention practices.
After each vigil, ICOM invites attendees to join in observing immigration court proceedings — a powerful opportunity to witness how the deportation system works. ICOM’s courtwatch is unique in that it can also lead directly to helping detainees and their families. If you’d like to help organize an upcoming vigil or want to lend your voice, music, or other skills, don’t hesitate to reach out!
This Month
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April Vigil 2025
“Build a Longer Table, Not a Higher Wall” Tuesday, April 8 – 7:30 AMHeld at Whipple Federal Bldg., 1 Federal Dr., Fort Snelling/Mpls., MN This event is co-hosted by St. Mary’s Basilica Immigrant Support Ministry, MN Center for Health Care Ethics, Accola, and Justice Commission of Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet & Consociates, St….
Past Vigils
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March Vigil 2025
“Growing the NorthStar Alliance, A beloved community!” Speaking will be representatives of The Episcopal Church in MN, CAPI USA, ACT-TC, and CAAL. Faithful leadership in this…
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February Vigil 2025
Because our physical presence is so crucial, the vigil is still ON this Tuesday despite the predicted cold. Dress warm, we will have hand warmers…
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January Vigil 2025
“To Be a Sanctuary” Please join ICOM and our co hosting partner Temple Israel for our first vigil of 2025 with the theme “To Be…