The Archdiocese of Boston reportedly slammed the Nativity scene at a Dedham church that replaced Jesus, Mary, and Joseph with a sign that said “ICE was here” to protest federal immigration action.

“The people of God have the right to expect that, when they come to church, they will encounter genuine opportunities for prayer and Catholic worship —-not divisive political messaging,” the Archdiocese said in a statement to CBS News . “The display should be removed, and the manger restored to its proper sacred purpose.”

St. Susanna Parish in Dedham first drew attention last week for its Nativity scene. Father Stephen Josoma said at the time that it’s a church tradition to use the Nativity scene to “hold the mirror up to what’s happening, and this year, it seemed to be, my God, it seemed t

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