NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s iconic St. Patrick’s Cathedral is unveiling a massive new mural that honors the city’s immigrants. Spanning the sides of the landmark’s entryway, the 25-foot-tall artwork features everyday immigrants alongside notable historical figures amidst a federal crackdown on immigration that has divided many communities across the country. The rector of the church, Rev. Enrique Salvo, stated that while the mural was not intended as a political message, it conveys a powerful sentiment: We want anyone that comes in to feel loved and welcomed. Cardinal Timothy Dolan, the archbishop of New York who commissioned the piece, describes it as a necessary enhancement to the cathedral, which attracts nearly 6 million visitors annually. The mural acknowledges Irish immigrants' contributions to the church's construction and represents contemporary migrants alongside prominent local figures like journalist Dorothy Day and philanthropist Pierre Toussaint. Additionally, it features Indigenous representation with St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American saint, highlighting the diversity and richness of the immigrant experience in New York.