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DEDHAM, Massachusetts ( WCVB ) -- A church in Dedham, Massachusetts, drew attention and anger to their Nativity scene after displaying an "ICE was here" sign where Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus should be.

The presumption is they were taken by immigration agents.

Underneath the sign reads, “The Holy Family is safe in our Church... If you see ICE please call LUCE at 617-370-5023 .”

The display sits at St. Susanna Parish, where Rev. Stephen Josoma came up with the idea.

"What is the objective by doing this? To help people recognize the plight of people who are really in dire need, and how are we treating them," he said. "We're supposed to bring out the best of people in Christmas."

This is not the first time Rev. Josoma has used the manger in Dedh

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