Since June 6, there have been nearly 2,000 arrests made by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in the Los Angeles area alone, heightening the atmosphere of fear within immigrant populations. As ICE has conducted raids in public spaces like shopping centers and parking lots, some church leaders have called attention to the potential dangers that congregants face when attending services. For instance, an alarming incident in Downey saw armed officers detain a Latino man outside a church, prompting local pastors to express serious concerns. The diocese's decision follows another religious community in Nashville, which previously declared that no Catholic should feel obliged to participate in Mass if it jeopardizes their safety. This evolving stance highlights the intersection of faith and social justice as communities navigate the realities of immigration enforcement.