A historically and fundamentally pacifist Christian faith group with deep roots in Pennsylvania is drawing angry pushback on social media for participating in protests in Minnesota against federal immigration officials.
In a Facebook post, a national office of the Lancaster County-based Mennonite Central Committee urged its Facebook followers to join the group in Minnesota on Friday for “a massive day of social action.”
“Many are opting out of work and school to take part in a march and economic pause,” read the post, which was accompanied by a photo. “Faith leaders from across the U.S. are flying in to attend and will play a crucial role in highlighting the message of hospitality and love of neighbor…