Coming Together Through Faith

Father Ed Hislop of the Spirit of Christ Mission in Missoula, Montana embraces Valeria, one of Nereyda Calero’s nieces, in the waters of the baptismal font during her baptism on April 16, 2022. Worshippers of Missoula, Montana’s Blessed Trinity Catholic Community, many of whom are from Latino descent and backgrounds, gathered on the night of April 16 as they welcomed Easter Sunday and celebrated the baptism and confirmation of Valeria. This photo was part of a series highlighting the Latino experience in Missoula, Montana. Montana is home to about 34,000 Hispanic and Latino people, according to census data.