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See pictures from an MCC reception held earlier this fall for the Catholic bishops in Michigan to meet with state representatives, senators, and their staff.

Despite MCC objections and the voices of more than 1,000 grassroots advocates, the state approved the promotion of gender ideology in public school health education. Also this week, MCC offered support for legislation related to abortion reporting requirements and parental consent for minors' use of social media.

The second-ever statewide Michigan March for Life in Lansing this week drew scores of Catholic high school students, priests, religious, and more to peacefully and joyfully witness to human life.

MCC issued a statement in support of state action toward continuing food assistance for Michiganders who need it most in Michigan. Plus, a final reminder for next week’s March for Life in Lansing, the prayer offered by a Catholic priest before House session, and more.

In commentary on the most recent state budget, MCC explains that a nearly $300 million investment into helping mothers in need is one tangible way public officials can walk the talk of supporting life at every stage.

All people benefit from more children being provided with opportunities to flourish. To that end, MCC’s new Focus publication demonstrates that Catholic schools in Michigan consistently deliver results.

As negotiations over the next state budget drag through the summer, MCC is continuing to push to ensure Catholic and nonpublic schools receive fair and equitable support.

The Church, recognizing that families are essential to the common good and a well-functioning society, supports policies that prioritize the well-being of families. Read how the proposed Working Parents Tax Credit, supported by MCC, would accomplish this by providing targeted relief to low-income working parents raising young children.

This edition of Focus looks at how Catholic schools serve a diverse population of students and families, transforming lives by forming children into virtuous members of society. Rich or poor, Catholic or non-Catholic, and children of all learning abilities are welcomed into Catholic schools across Michigan, primarily due to the Church’s efforts to make Catholic education financially feasible to those who want it, and despite constitutional restrictions on public aid for nonpublic schools.

How should Catholics think about immigration and the migrants who land here? This edition of Focus shares how the Church’s perspective on immigration is guided by the fundamental Catholic social doctrines of upholding human dignity and caring for the poor and vulnerable. This publication features the stories of immigrants who have traveled to Michigan, explains why and how the Church serves migrants, and answers frequently-asked questions about Church teachings on immigration.

Catholics can be a light to this state and the nation by allowing the truths of the faith to inform their voting decisions. This edition of Focus is intended to help Catholics in Michigan embrace the vocation of a faithful citizen in the 2024 election and beyond by putting on “the mind of Christ” before voting.

Over the course of the 2019–2020 state legislative session, Michigan Catholic Conference (MCC) worked diligently with lawmakers and legislative staff of both political parties to advance the common good. In a February report, MCC details its advocacy work from the past two years and highlights critical legislative achievements for Michiganders, especially those that recognize the dignity of the human person and address the needs of the vulnerable.