BRANDON, Fla. — Churches, which were once considered off-limits for immigration enforcement due to their sensitive status in communities, are now facing the possibility of federal agents arresting migrants within their walls.
Since that policy was rescinded, sanctuaries like churches no longer feel safe for some immigrants. Two pastors report that fear has led to the shuttering of in-person services for the Haitian community in Brandon.
“We now have a ministry of people who are very frightened,” said Rev. Dr. Steve Blinder, senior minister of Brandon Christian Church…