I agree with you. If the immigration laws of this country were draconian and/or unreasonable, then I would have much more sympathy with the position that some of these bishops have taken.
I will say, however, that not all priests share the so-called “Social Justice” view on immigration. What bothers me is when certain church officials actually endorse the violation of just/reasonable laws regarding immigration. There is a short-sightedness here; and they do not seem to be aware of the fact that they are encouraging truly criminal behavior.
Calling an illegal alien an immigrant is like calling a shoplifter a customer.
The Catholic Hierarchy are not alone in this crime.
They have company. The United Methodist Church, the Episcopalians, Lutherans, Quakers (Society of “Friends”
[Should read SUBVERSIVES], etc. are all in there with them.