The good news is that the 193 United Nations member states have unanimously agreed to develop a new Global Compact on Safe, Regular and Orderly Migration, one that incorporates the goals of Pope Francis.

The Supreme Court's order means that the Trump administration can fully carry out the ban -- which is now in its third iteration.

The United States has removed itself from another international dialogue aimed at tackling a complex international challenge—migration.

"Fixing illegal immigration does not require the demonization of the so-called 'illegals,'" said Archbishop Wenski.

Catholic leaders have been vocal in their support for the Dream Act. The question is whether strongly worded statements from the U.S. bishops and others will be enough to shake Congress into action.

"Alta," which means "higher" in Spanish, and "Baja" California, or "lower," were once one territory. In the 19th century, the vast area was governed first by Spain and then by Mexico.