We do not want to be "those who turn aside the alien" and do not fear God.
All tagged Refugees
On Priorities
With regard to James 2, I think it's applicability here is a stretch. The order of charity described by Paul and Aquinas has nothing to do with the sin of partiality.
On Fear
Let me take a little time to explain why I believe the USA needs to continue its acceptance of Syrian refugees.
Clinging to the Pain
Even should an accident claim one of my beloved children, my pain will never match that of a refugee fleeing the fear that overtakes them.