A decision is expected today on a controversial "ICE was here" nativity scene at a Dedham, Massachusetts church.

The display outside St. Susanna's Parish has the anti-ICE message where Jesus, Mary and Joseph would normally be, suggesting that they were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. It was installed the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

The Boston Archdiocese wants it taken down, saying the display goes against church norms around sacred objects.

"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's message read in part. "The display should be removed, and the manger restored to its proper sacred purpose."

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