Concern for a path to citizenship enlivened a crowd at Congressman Mike Coffman's (R-CO) office today. Fr. Steve Adams of St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church of Aurora leads them in prayer before about 15 local clergy met with the Congressman's staff.
The meeting opened with prayer. Scripture reflections were offered by Rabbi Bernard Gerson of Congregation Rodef Shalom and Fr. Adams of St. Piux X. The Rev. Bonita Bock submitted a letter signed by 91 local clergy that advocates for humane immigration policies.
Summarizing the case for a path to citizenship, Sarah Hernandez told of her husband's deportation two years ago and the subsequent hardship on her family. "I am here asking for mercy," she said, "and to be treated like a human being."
Coffman's staff said that they meet frequently with various groups in regard to the immigration issue, and they believe they are well aware of the issues involved. The Congressman will offer no firm position until the current Senate bill is passed and heads to the House.
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