LDS Church issues statement, expresses concern regarding refugees
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SALT LAKE CITY — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issued the following statement regarding refugees following President Donald Trump’s executive order and travel ban that bars citizens from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the US for the next 90 days:
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is concerned about the temporal and spiritual welfare of all of God’s children across the earth, with special concern for those who are fleeing physical violence, war and religious persecution. The Church urges all people and governments to cooperate fully in seeking the best solutions to meet human needs and relieve suffering.