Ximena Romero

Miami Archbishop Thomas Wensky was one of the clergy who signed a letter to the president and the governor.

The request follows the Vatican's condemnation of federal and local law enforcement treatment of immigrants across the U.S.

Wenske says he hopes if enforcement is paused, it would allow South Florida families to attend church without fear.

Wenske said he's concerned about the psychological well-being of children, particularly those living in mixed-status households.

For NPR News, I'm Ximena Romero in Miami.