We gathered at the edge of the San Pedro River, a familiar immigration route, to remember Heriberto Garcia Perfecto, aged 28, found in the heat of June, 2021, having died of complications to hyperthermia. We were for the most part, a group of year-long, young adult volunteers with the Presbyterian Church and with the Mennonite Voluntary Service . Imagining his dreams of securing work in order to support his family, we prayed that Heriberto’s family would know some peace in the prayers we sent, lifted by the burning of sage and copal. We felt privileged to connect with Heriberto, aware that even in death one may be a witness to the struggle of so many brother and sister migrants. We are inspired to commit our hands and hearts toward service.
Pilgrimage of remembrance 