Bishop Burbidge’s Immigration Comments Undermine Christ’s Social Kingship
The Catholic News Agency portal (November 15, 2025) reports on statements by “Bishop” Michael Burbidge of Arlington regarding immigration. The article quotes him asserting that “respecting human dignity” must align with “safeguarding the nation,” while opposing “indiscriminate mass deportation.” Burbidge claims this position flows from Jesus’ teachings and expresses gratitude toward “elected officials” for dialogue. The commentary frames immigration as a humanitarian issue requiring “safe pathways” to citizenship, devoid of any reference to the supreme law of Christ the King over nations or the subordination of civil policy to the salvation of souls (Finis primarius Ecclesiae).









