LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Advocates for Syrian refugees are planning a candlelight vigil in to show support for people who are fleeing persecution today.

The vigil is scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday at Tower Square in downtown Lincoln. Religious leaders from a variety of faiths will speak at the event.

This vigil is sponsored by the group Nebraska Appleseed, the Center For People In Need, Refugee Empowerment Center, the Asian Community and Cultural Center and the Faith Coalition of Lancaster County.