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September 15, 2025 at 10:09 PM

Urge Governor Newsom to sign AB 495

The California Catholic Conference strongly supports Assembly Bill 495 (Rodriguez, D), the Family Preparedness Plan Act of 2025. This legislation strengthens a long-standing safeguard that helps parent…

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September 11, 2025 at 11:11 PM

CCC Supports AB 495 to Protect Kids and Families from Separation

CCC Supports AB 495 to Protect Children and Families Facing SeparationFor Immediate Release                               September 11, 2025  (Sacramento, CA) — The California Catholic Conference (CCC)…

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August 22, 2025 at 5:24 PM

Use It the Right Way, Use It for Good” – AI Ethics at the CCC Summit

(SACRAMENTO, Calif.) – The California Catholic Conference (CCC) has entered into a fi…

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August 1, 2025 at 7:17 PM

Archbishop José H. Gomez : Renewing LA as a city of welcome

Latina parishioners pray at St. Patrick Church near downtown LA on July 23. (John McC…

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July 22, 2025 at 3:26 PM

CA Bishops Announce Marriage Jubilee – July 26 Celebration

Bishop Michael M. Pham waves as he processes out of St. Therese of Carmel Catholic Ch…

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June 17, 2025 at 7:50 PM

Reflection from Archbishop Broglio on Immigration Enforcement Surge

WASHINGTON – “As your shepherds, your fear echoes in our hearts and we make your pain our own. Count on the comm…

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June 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM

Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice

ARCHBISHOP GOMEZ CALLS FOR DAY OF PRAYER AND WILL CELEBRATE MASS TODAY FOR PEACE AND UNITYArchbishop José H. Gom…

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June 6, 2025 at 11:34 PM

Transformation of Heart in the Holy Year of “Pilgrims of Hope”

Transformation of Heart in the Holy Year of “Pilgrims of Hope”In keeping with the theme of this Jubilee Year dec…

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May 29, 2025 at 7:36 PM

July 26: A Special Jubilee of Marriage Celebrated by California Bishops!

California Bishops Declare July 26 as Jubilee of Marriage During the Pilgrims of Hope Jubilee Year (May 29, 2025…

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May 8, 2025 at 7:16 PM

Habemus Papem! We have a pope!

Habemus Papem! We have a Pope! Please join the CCC in giving thanks and praise and praying for our newly elected pope, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, 69, who has taken the name Leo XIV. Born in Chicago a…

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April 24, 2025 at 10:17 PM

Urge Congress: Support Religious Workers

Encourage Congress to Support Religious Workers and the Communities They ServeAn increasing number of priests, r…

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April 21, 2025 at 5:19 PM

In Loving Memory of Pope Francis: A Call to Prayer and Reflection

Let us turn to prayer in remembrance of Pope Francis. While his journey on this earth has concluded, we pray that his profound legacy of compassion for the impoverished and the vulnerable, his stewardship …

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April 17, 2025 at 9:27 PM

Blessings to You This Holy Week and Easter Season

We at the California Catholic Conference wish you a blessed and ho…

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April 8, 2025 at 4:42 PM

Lenten Journey: Good News For the Poor and Vulnerable

This Lent, as we pray, fast, and give alms to prepare for the Easter celebration of the Paschal mystery, we are …

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January 18, 2025 at 12:28 AM

Budget Proposal Takeaways and Updates

CA Dept. of Finance Releases Newsom’s Proposed BudgetLast week, the Department of Finance released details on Go…

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January 9, 2025 at 9:08 PM

How to Help LA Fire Victims

The exterior of Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Pacific Palisades as seen the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 8. (Courtesy Gigi Graciette, FOX11 News) We have all seen the pictures. The relentless fires i…

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January 6, 2025 at 9:48 PM

CA Bishops Congratulate Cardinal McElroy on Appt to DC

California Bishops congratulate Cardinal McElroy on Appointment to Washington, D.C.  January 6, 2025The California Conference of Catholic Bishops released the following statement regarding the appointm…

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December 23, 2024 at 7:19 PM

CA Bishops Commend President Biden’s Decision to Commute 37 Federal Death Sentences

December 23, 2024The California Conference of Catholic Bishops released the following statement regarding Presid…

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October 8, 2024 at 12:01 AM

Session Wrap-Up: Over 900 Bills Signed

Legislative Session Officially Ends with 900+ Bills Signed Into Law The two-year legislative session is official…

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September 19, 2024 at 5:02 PM

How to Face Challenging Elections as a Catholic

With all the noise and competing voices emerging during the electi…

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September 16, 2024 at 11:41 PM

Lobby Governor Newsom with the CCC

Lobby Governor Newsom with the CCC With the two-year legislative session over, lawmakers have turned over all pa…

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September 12, 2024 at 5:46 PM

Election Resources for CA Catholics

Voting is not just a civic duty but a moral responsibility rooted in our Catholic faith. The Catechism of the Cathol…

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July 29, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Bishops Urge Officials to Use Prop. 1 Programs for Homeless Camps

California Bishops Urge Officials to Shepherd Those in Homeless Encampments into Prop. 1 Mental Health and Housing Programs July 26, 2024The California Catholic Conference of Bishops Executive Committe…

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July 19, 2024 at 1:00 PM

A Letter to the Catholic Faithful of California from your Shepherds

A Letter to the Catholic Faithful of California from your Shepherds:“The joy of love experienced by families is also the joy of the Church,” proclaims Pope Francis.Thus, in celebration of the love foun…

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May 20, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Legislative Updates and Insights

Newsom Releases May Budget RevisionGov. Gavin Newsom released his revised $288 billion budget proposal last week for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The new plan addresses the sta…

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March 25, 2024 at 9:07 PM

USCCB Calls for Prayer In Light of Abortion Pill Supreme Court Hearings

ICYMI: CCC Opposes Irresponsible Expansion of Assisted SuicideLast week, the California Catholic Conference announced that it is vehemently opposed to SB 1196, the proposed b…

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March 21, 2024 at 8:51 PM

CCC Opposes Assisted Suicide Expansion

California Catholic Conference Opposes Irresponsible Expansion of Assisted Suicide For Immediate ReleaseMarch 21, 2024 (Sacramento, CA) - The California Catholic Conference announced today that it is vehem…

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February 27, 2024 at 10:19 PM

Support for Texas Bishops - Annunciation House

California Bishops Voice Support for Texas Bishops and Annunciation House February 27, 2024The California Catholic Conference of…

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February 11, 2024 at 6:32 PM

Happy World Marriage Day - Radiate Love

Dear, JohnHappy World Marriage Day! Over the last two years, the National Eucharistic Revival has given Catholic…

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January 13, 2024 at 12:00 AM

Be a Light and Voice for Life in Upcoming Events

Newsom Unveils New Proposed BudgetOn Wednesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom released his proposed 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. All eyes were focused on how the governor’s $291 billion…

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November 3, 2023 at 9:11 PM

Introducing Our New Look!

Check Out Our New Look!The California Catholic Conference’s new logo and website are live!Please take a moment to cruise our new website, which features new ways to track leg…

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September 30, 2023 at 4:58 PM

New Auxiliary Bishops Ordained in Los Angeles, San Diego

The California Catholic Conference released the following statement regarding Governor Gavin Newsom’s veto of AB 957 by Assemblywoman Lori Wilson, the bill tha…

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June 30, 2023 at 5:25 PM

How The Pro-Life Fight Continues One Year after Roe Overturned

The California State Legislature and Governor Newsom have agreed on a record-setting $310 billion budget deal, meeting the June 27 deadline and concluding leng…

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June 23, 2023 at 10:52 PM

Religious Freedom Week - Embracing the Divine Gift

Right up against the June 15 deadline last week, the California State Legislature sent Governor Newsom an approved budget package for the 2023-2024 fiscal year…

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June 9, 2023 at 11:02 PM

Chartered Planes of Migrants Welcomed by Catholics in Sacramento

The California Catholic Conference released the following statement in response to the honoring of a member of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, an openly a…

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June 5, 2023 at 11:29 PM

CCC Responds to Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Being Honored in CA State Legislature

The California Catholic Conference has released the following statement in response to the honoring of a member of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, an open…

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June 1, 2023 at 10:32 PM

Join Prayer Vigil for Women Religious

You may have seen that the LA Dodgers honored the so-called Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence (SPI), which mock religious sisters, Jesus, and our Catholic faith.…

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May 25, 2023 at 12:40 AM

The CCC on the LA Dodgers and the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence

The California Catholic Conference (Conference) has released the following statement in response to the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Mayor of Anaheim re-issuing…

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May 12, 2023 at 10:47 PM

Novena for Migrants and Asylum-Seekers at the U.S. Border

Join the California Catholic Conference’s Novena for Migrants and Asylum Seekers at the US Border to pray for the migrants and asylum-seekers at the border now…

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March 31, 2023 at 11:37 PM

11th Annual Catholic Youth Advocacy Day

Catholic students from around the state gathered in Sacramento last week for the 11th Annual Catholic Youth Advocacy Day, where they met with lawmakers in the …

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March 14, 2023 at 8:34 PM

CA Bishops Visit San Quentin’s Death Row

Four California Bishops visited San Quentin Prison last week, hearing confessions and speaking with the general population and death row inmates about thei…

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February 19, 2023 at 9:55 PM

Statement on the Death of Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell

February 19, 2023Los Angeles Archbishop José H. Gomez released the following statement today regarding the death of Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell today:…

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February 18, 2023 at 11:53 PM

Mourning the Passing of Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell

February 18, 2022Los Angeles Archbishop José H. Gomez released the following statement on the sudden passing of Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell today:"I a…

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February 18, 2023 at 12:15 AM

Ash Wednesday with Bishop Jaime Soto

The 2023 Lenten season begins Ash Wednesday (Feb. 22) and continues through sundown on Holy Thursday (April 6).  The USCCB has published various resources,…

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February 10, 2023 at 8:39 PM

Diocese of Fresno Dedicates Largest Catholic Church in United States

The modest south Central Valley agricultural town of Visalia, California, is now home to North America's largest Catholic parish church.The Diocese of Fres…

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January 28, 2023 at 1:56 AM

CCC’s Samara Palko Appointed to CA Advisory Group

“It’s not even about the legality of abortion,” she said. “It’s about the fact that people want to have kids, and this climate doesn’t allow them to thrive…

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January 9, 2023 at 6:39 PM

California Legislature Back in Session

California lawmakers returned to the State Capitol this week after the holiday break to continue work on the new legislative session. In the coming days, G…

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December 19, 2022 at 10:00 PM

Happy Advent and Merry Christmas

All newly elected and re-elected State Assemblymembers and Senators gathered at the Capitol last week to be sworn in and kick off the new two-year legislat…

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December 14, 2022 at 12:45 AM

Three Life-Affirming Advent Actions to Honor Jesus and His Mother

Dear Friends of Life,Yesterday, as we honored Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas and Patroness of the Unborn, the CA Future of Abortion Council released an updated list of recommendations t…

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November 18, 2022 at 8:48 PM

Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with an abundance of the Lord’s merciful blessings.

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) gathered this week in Baltimore for their Fall Plenary Assembly. The bishops elected a new president, vice-president, and secretary to lead the   The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) gathered this week in Baltimore…

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