Speakers will include Madonna Jones, pastoral associate of St. Frances Cabrini Parish in Springfield, who will explain the church's position on immigration and its recommendations for reform, using a combination of Scripture, prayer, music and storytelling.

Jones' team members include Alejandro Trujillo and Anna Manriquez, who will share the story of their journey through the immigration process. Jenn Carrillo of Illinois People's Action will talk about her advocacy work with and for immigrants and the volunteer opportunities to advocate and assist immigrants.

For more information, contact Father Richard Welton, pastor, or Sister JoAn Schullian, OSF, pastoral associate, at the Lourdes church office, (217) 877-4404. Visit the parish website at www.ololchurch.com.