"Do we encourage the corrupt Mexican government to reform itself and respect its citizenry by giving them an outlet for their huddled masses yearning to breathe freely? Do we strengthen the Church in Mexico by absorbing their congregations into our diocese?" Excellent point.
On Cardinal Biffi's statement: “The criteria for admitting immigrants can never be just economic. It is necessary to concern oneself seriously with saving the identity of the nation.”
Multiculturalism separates. It does not unify, especially when there is such a deep political rift as there exists today
"I would see them fix their own countries rather than have them trash mine."
They probably won't take to kindly to the word "trash." fix=strengthen, trash=weaken or dilute?
"You are a walking contradiction that demands an explanation."
Yes! The Catholic Church's affiliation with the Democrats is very odd. Justice for labor, but not for the unborn? My priest when I was in Georgia marched in pro-life rallies, but voted for John Kerry. The Church is sending too many mixed messages.
"If you wish to see the Church grow in America, put aside your opposition to American heritage values and our shared culture. Your opposition scandalizes us in the eyes of our patriotic Protestant brethren and closes the ears of those who would benefit from our ecclesiastical integrity."
Very good closing point. An excellent letter. Let us know if you get a response.
oops! to kindly=too kindly