For more than two decades, “Luz de las Naciones” or “Light of the Nations” — an annual musical celebration of Latino cultures hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — has sought bridging cast and audience members to their faith, culture and heritage.

“This event is not just a concert or a cultural performance; it is a living testimony of the faith, diversity and brotherhood we share as children of God,” said the show’s director, Israel González-Nieri, in a release published Tuesday on ChurchofJesusChrist.org .

González-Nieri has been involved with the annual showcase since its early years and said that its aim is not only to help participants “connect with their cultures through music and dance,” but also to help them “feel that peace, … that internal peace that on

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