Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, the first woman to lead the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, gained media attention for her sermon urging President Trump to demonstrate mercy towards immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals. During her message at the National Cathedral's prayer service for the inauguration, she highlighted the fears of these populations and called for compassion for families facing deportation. Budde, who has previously criticized Trump, reinforced her stance on welcoming strangers and highlighted the positive contributions of immigrants, stressing that most are not criminals but valuable community members and faithful citizens across diverse faiths.
Budde called upon Trump to show mercy to immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals, emphasizing their fears and contributions to society.
She highlighted the danger faced by LGBTQ+ youth and immigrant families, urging compassion from leaders in troubled times.
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