faith and policy

ICE Deports Sick Priest Despite Ugandan Safety Threats

It’s truly disheartening to learn about the plight of a Colorado priest, who, after twenty-five years of dedicated community service, now faces deportation by ICE. This situation starkly reminds us that immigration cases are far from mere bureaucratic processes; they are deeply intertwined with people’s lives, their families, and the communities they have helped to build. One has to wonder about the motivations behind such a decision, especially when considering the priest’s poor health and the documented threats to his safety should he be forced to return to Uganda.

The focus on deporting individuals like this priest, who has demonstrably contributed to society, raises serious questions about ICE’s priorities.… Continue reading