Indianapolis archbishop grants Mass dispensation amid ICE detention fears
September 10, 2026
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CWN Editor's Note: Archbishop Charles Thompson of Indianapolis, Indiana, granted a dispensation from Sunday Mass attendance to “those who have reasonable grounds to fear being detained, separated from their families, or subjected to intimidation due to the tightening of immigration enforcement measures,” even if they possess the appropriate legal documentation.”
The dispensation expires on September 30.
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Posted by: feedback -
Sep. 10, 2026 8:06 AM ET USA
Church property and its vicinity during the times of worship should be off limits to the routine ICE activities. It would be something for the US Bishops to negotiate with the current administration, as a care for the souls without political overtones.
