The Episcopal Church’s migration services have chosen to defy a recent federal directive to assist in the resettlement of white South African refugees, citing their deep-rooted dedication to issues of racial equity and healing. Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe announced the decision on Monday, just as 59 South African nationals arrived via private charter at Dulles International Airport near Washington, D.C., where they were received by U.S. officials. Rowe explained that, as a result, Episcopal