This week, bills to proactively prevent child sexual abuse advanced in the Legislature, thanks in part to advocacy by Michigan Catholic Conference staff. Also, an MCC-supported measure to ensure organ donation access for people with disabilities moved forward. Read more in this week’s Lansing Update.…
After the passage of Proposal 3, MCC offered some reflections on where the pro-life movement goes next in the mission to uphold the dignity of all human life. Plus, the U.S. bishops are raising concerns over federal legislation that threatens the truth of marriage and the religious liberty of the faithful who hold to that truth. Read more in this week’s Lansing Update.…
While the approval of Proposal 3 presents a major challenge to securing the legal protection of the unborn in Michigan, it does not have to inhibit the Church’s mission to make abortion unthinkable by working to support mothers and families facing difficult pregnancies. In this Word from Lansing column, we lay out why this approach can achieve the goals sought by the pro-life movement to protect the unborn and uphold the dignity of all human life. Read more…
Despite the immense efforts of Catholics and others all across the state, voters unfortunately chose to approve Proposal 3 this week. In the face of that disappointing defeat for the cause of human life, read what the bishops of Michigan had to say in response. Plus, we offer a recap of the other major results from the election, including the news that Democrats will control all three branches of government. Read more in this week’s Lansing Update.…
Michigan Catholic Conference issued a statement in response to Proposal 3 that reiterates the Church’s ongoing mission to pray for and work toward a day where human life is welcomed as a gift and where abortion is considered an unthinkable option. MCC also expressed its heartfelt gratitude to bishops, clergy, religious and the Catholic faithful across Michigan for their bold and courageous stand to speak the truth in love through this campaign, as well as the outpouring of support and action from Catholic parishes and grassroots citizens. Read more…
It’s the final update before the election and the final push to defeat Proposal 3. In addition to making sure you’re registered to vote, there are also opportunities to knock doors and make calls to get out the vote to help defeat Proposal 3 in the final days. Find out more in this week’s Lansing Update.…
This week, we explain how Proposal 3 would protect abortionists from malpractice claims under the constitutional amendment. Plus, information on how to get involved on door-to-door canvassing and a reminder to get registered to vote for the upcoming election. Read more in this week’s Lansing Update.…
Several MCC-supported bills designed to improve the adoption and foster care process in Michigan were signed into law, and MCC was present in Washington, D.C. this week to aid in advocating for Michigan Catholic schools at the federal level. Plus, the latest educational piece against Proposal 3 in this week’s Lansing Update.…
MCC staff were on hand to support a Democrats For Life press conference where several progressive and left-leaning women explained why they are opposed to Proposal 3. Plus, the bishops of Michigan joined together to issue a letter to 230,000-plus Catholic homes urging a no vote on Proposal 3. Read more in this Lansing Update.…
Respect Life Sunday is this weekend, which means it’s an opportune time to speak out against Proposal 3. Find out how to get involved with your parish efforts against Proposal 3 in this edition of Lansing Update. Plus, we provide updates on legislative action this week, including a new scholarship program that includes aid to attend private colleges, as well as more state funding for foster care youth and more affordable housing. Read more in this Lansing Update.…
Proposal 3 has been framed as just ensuring abortion is legal like it was before Roe was struck down. But voters need to know that it is not simply making sure abortion is legal in a post-Roe Michigan. In this Word From Lansing, we explain how the proposal goes much further and allows abortion for any woman or girl at any point in the pregnancy for any reason — and then some. Read more…
Respect Life Sunday is this weekend, which means it’s an opportune time to speak out against Proposal 3. Find out how to get involved with your parish efforts against Proposal 3 in this edition of Lansing Update. Plus, we provide updates on legislative action this week, including a new scholarship program that includes aid to attend private colleges, as well as more state funding for foster care youth and more affordable housing. Read more in this Lansing Update.…