Balboa Park Walkway
I recently spent a quite early morning exploring the architecture of Balboa Park in San Diego California.
I have always looked for symmetry in my images when possible and love repeating patterns so it turns out that this walkway off to the side of the Theatre Del Prado was exactly what I was looking for. Captured early to avoid the morning crowds.
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![Letter on Diocese of San Diego letterhead dated June 11, 2025
"Dear Fellow Priests, Deacons and Ministry Leaders of our Parishes,
"On th emorning of June 20th, which is Internation REfugee Day, a group of priests and faith leaders are plannign to visit the federal court building to stand in solidarity with migrants who are making their court appearances. We know that migrants and refugees find themselves in the difficult predicament of being called to appear, which is what the government asks of them, and then being given orders for expedited removal from our country.
"This group of priests and faith leaders will simply be present during this process as it has been experienced that the presence of faith leaders makes a difference in how the migrants are treated. Unfortunately, it will most likely not change the outcome. Following the court appearances, the faith leaders will have a press conference so that the clear message that people of faith stand with immigrants and refugees can be delivered to the broader public.
"They will gather at 7am and conclude by 10am. If you feel moved to participate, please notify either of the following:
[name of pastor and organizer]
"Being present will be a good way for us to give witness and stand with immigrants on a day in which, across the Diocese, we will all celebrate a Mass at our various parishes dedicated to our immigrant brothers and sisters."](/proxy/post_attachment/739576/a0c44d6732.jpg "Letter on Diocese of San Diego letterhead dated June 11, 2025
\"Dear Fellow Priests, Deacons and Ministry Leaders of our Parishes,
\"On th emorning of June 20th, which is Internation REfugee Day, a group of priests and faith leaders are plannign to visit the federal court building to stand in solidarity with migrants who are making their court appearances. We know that migrants and refugees find themselves in the difficult predicament of being called to appear, which is what the government asks of them, and then being given orders for expedited removal from our country.
\"This group of priests and faith leaders will simply be present during this process as it has been experienced that the presence of faith leaders makes a difference in how the migrants are treated. Unfortunately, it will most likely not change the outcome. Following the court appearances, the faith leaders will have a press conference so that the clear message that people of faith stand with immigrants and refugees can be delivered to the broader public.
\"They will gather at 7am and conclude by 10am. If you feel moved to participate, please notify either of the following:
[name of pastor and organizer]
\"Being present will be a good way for us to give witness and stand with immigrants on a day in which, across the Diocese, we will all celebrate a Mass at our various parishes dedicated to our immigrant brothers and sisters.\"")
