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January 25, 2023 at 7:07 PM

The Senate Education and Health Committee meets tomorrow! Make your voice heard on two vital issues!

The Senate Education and Health Committee meets tomorrow! Make your voice heard on abortion and assisted suicide. Tell your Senator to protect unborn children who can feel painCurrently, Virginia all…

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January 20, 2023 at 7:54 PM

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 2

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 2Today, so many are gathered in DC for the national March for Life. We join our prayers with all who are attending today!This morning in Richmond, life issues w…

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January 10, 2023 at 8:09 PM

USCCB Alert: Protect babies born alive after abortion

Please act nowTomorrow (Wednesday) the U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. Please act now to tell your representative to vote “Yes…

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December 14, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Virginia Pro-Life Day February 1: Remember to register

Register now for Virginia Pro-Life Day on February 1st in Richmond!  Register today for Virginia Pro-Life Day on February 1st! Join us for a full day of advocacy, prayer and witn…

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November 30, 2022 at 6:20 PM

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on the Passing of Congressman McEachin

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on thePassing of Congressman McEachinWe are saddened by the passing of U.S. Representative Donald McEachin and offer our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. We join our prayers to theirs.…

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November 30, 2022 at 5:25 PM

Register today for Virginia Pro-Life Day

Join us on February 1st in Richmond!  Register today for Virginia Pro-Life Day on February 1st! Stand up for life and join us for a full day of advocacy, prayer and witness at the Virginia General Assembly! The day will begin with the second annual De…

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November 15, 2022 at 2:03 PM

USCCB alert: Oppose misnamed “Respect for Marriage Act”

Contact your U.S. senators now!The U.S. Senate is expected to consider soon the misnamed “Respect for Marriage Act” – a bill that would further undermine the truth of marriage and harm religious freed Contact your U.S. senators now!The U.S. Senate is expected to…

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November 10, 2022 at 5:05 PM

Register now for Virginia Pro-Life Day on Feb. 1

Join us for a full day of pro-life advocacy, prayer and witness for life on February 1st in Richmond! Sign up now to join us on February 1st for Virginia Pro-Life Day!Boldly stand up for life in post- Join us for a full day of pro-life advocacy, prayer and witne…

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November 7, 2022 at 4:21 PM

Vote tomorrow

Pray, form your consciences and vote tomorrow, November 8!Election Day is tomorrow, November 8. As a reminder, before you vote, we encourage you to read the Pre-Election Letter by Bishop Burbidge and Pray, form your consciences and vote tomorrow, November 8!Ele…

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October 27, 2022 at 7:57 PM

USCCB Alert: Urge Congress to support life-affirming policies

Join us in urging Congress to prioritize legislation that supports women, children and families!  As Catholics called to build a culture of life in a post-Roe world, join the USCCB in calling on Congr Join us in urging Congress to prioritize legislation that sup…

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October 26, 2022 at 9:16 PM

USCCB Alert: Urge Senate to pass anti-trafficking bill

Take action to stand with human trafficking survivors!Bipartisan legislation to combat the scourge of human trafficking passed the U.S. House of Representatives in July, but the Senate still needs to Take action to stand with human trafficking survivors!Biparti…

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October 25, 2022 at 2:54 PM

Take action today to protect children and parental rights.

Oct. 26 is the last day to submit comments in support of new pro-parent policies in public schoolsYour voice is needed today! What:  Support new pro-parent policies proposed by the Virginia Department Oct. 26 is the last day to submit comments in support of new …

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October 20, 2022 at 9:22 PM

Take action to protect children and parental rights.

Join the VCC in supporting pro-parent policies in public schools.  Your voice is needed! What:  Support new pro-parent policies proposed by the Virginia Department of Education.When: Comments must be Join the VCC in supporting pro-parent policies in public scho…

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October 17, 2022 at 2:19 PM

Last day to register

Register today so you can vote on November 8!Election Day is November 8. Early voting is well underway. If you are not registered to vote, TODAY is the last day to do so in order to participate in thi Register today so you can vote on November 8!Election Day is …

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October 13, 2022 at 1:02 PM

To vote, you need to be registered: act now

Register to vote today to make your voice heard on Nov. 8On November 8, Virginians will have the opportunity to elect candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives and – in some areas – “down-ballo Register to vote today to make your voice heard on Nov. 8On N…

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October 12, 2022 at 8:59 PM

ICYMI: Your voice is needed to support parental rights

If you have not already done so, submit comments in favor of new pro-parent policies in public schools.Your voice is needed!What:  Support new pro-parent policies proposed by the Virginia Department o If you have not already done so, submit comments in favor of …

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October 11, 2022 at 1:51 PM

USCCB Alert: Keep abortion on demand out of healthcare for veterans

Urge the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to protect life and keep abortion on demand out of their healthcare coverage – Deadline for comments is Tuesday, Oct. 11th!The U.S. Department of Veteran’s Urge the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to protect life …

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October 7, 2022 at 1:00 PM

USCCB Alert: Keep abortion on demand out of healthcare for veterans

Urge the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to protect life and keep abortion on demand out of their healthcare coverage – Deadline for comments is Tuesday, Oct. 11th!The U.S. Department of Veteran’s Urge the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to protect life …

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October 6, 2022 at 8:03 PM

Your voice is needed to support parental rights

Submit your comments now in favor of new pro-parent policies in public schools.Your voice is needed!What:  Support new pro-parent policies proposed by the Virginia Department of Education.When: Commen Submit your comments now in favor of new pro-parent policies …

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October 5, 2022 at 5:57 PM

Save the date: Come to Richmond Feb. 1 for full day of pro-life advocacy

Save the date: Come to Richmond Feb. 1 for full day of pro-life advocacyPregnant and need help? Click here to find pregnancy resources offered by our two dioceses.If you are not a member of the Confer Save the date: Come to Richmond Feb. 1 for full day of pro-li…

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September 28, 2022 at 10:52 PM

Reminder: USCCB Alert: Urge HHS to Do No Harm to Life and Liberty

Tell the federal government to protect Catholic health care ministries!The U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services (HHS) has proposed a rule which would seriously impede Catholic hospitals, clinics, ass  Tell the federal government to protect Catholic health c…

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September 23, 2022 at 4:50 PM

USCCB Alert: Urge HHS to Do No Harm to Life and Liberty

Tell the federal government to protect Catholic health care ministries!The U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services (HHS) has proposed a rule which would seriously impede Catholic hospitals, clinics, ass Tell the federal government to protect Catholic health ca…

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September 20, 2022 at 1:01 PM

USCCB Alert: Participate in National Migration Week by supporting Dreamers

Act now to urge Congress to create path to permanent legal status for 3.6 million Dreamers Discussing this week’s National Migration Week 2022, Bishop Mario Dorsonville, chairman of the USCCB’s Commit Act now to urge Congress to create path to permanent legal st…

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September 19, 2022 at 2:27 PM

Voter resources are here

Prayerfully prepare to vote: Read bishops’ letter and other VCC resourcesElection Day is November 8. Early voting begins later this week, on September 23. Virginia voters will choose representatives f Prayerfully prepare to vote: Read bishops’ letter and other V…

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September 8, 2022 at 3:17 PM

USCCB Alert: Act now to protect life and liberty in Title IX

Urge the U.S. Department of Education to protect life and the distinction between male and female – Deadline for comments is Monday, Sept. 12th!The U.S. Department of Education has proposed a new regu Urge the U.S. Department of Education to protect life and the…

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September 1, 2022 at 3:28 PM

USCCB alert: Urge Congress to Pass the Afghan Adjustment Act

Urge Congress to Pass the Afghan Adjustment ActThe U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, together with Catholic Charities partners and other community-based organizations, have been hard at work during  Urge Congress to Pass the Afghan Adjustment ActThe U.S. Conf…

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July 27, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Make your vote count: act now.

Register to vote today to make your voice heard in NovemberOn November 8, Virginians will have the opportunity to elect candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives – and in some areas – “down-bal Register to vote today to make your voice heard in NovemberOn…

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July 26, 2022 at 2:45 PM

USCCB alert: Oppose poorly named “Respect for Marriage Act”

Contact your U.S. Senators now!In response to the life-saving overturning of Roe v. Wade, Congress – instead of stepping up to assist women and children in need – is moving furiously to lock in anti-f Contact your U.S. Senators now!In response to the life-saving…

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July 14, 2022 at 5:14 PM

USCCB Alert: act now to stop most extreme abortion bill ever seen

The bill to impose abortion on demand and ban pro-life state and local laws is up for a vote this week — Act now to stop it!In response to the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade an The bill to impose abortion on demand and ban pro-life state …

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July 13, 2022 at 2:16 PM

Help register voters

Virginia Catholic Conference provides key voter registration template; encourages parishes to conduct drivesThis year in Virginia, Election Day is Tuesday, November 8. Voters will elect candidates to Virginia Catholic Conference provides key voter registration …

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June 24, 2022 at 4:18 PM

Virginia Catholic Conference Statement on Dobbs Decision

Virginia Catholic Conference Statement on Dobbs DecisionJune 24, 2022With deep gratitude the Virginia Catholic Conference welcomes the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Wom Virginia Catholic Conference Statement on Dobbs DecisionJune …

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June 23, 2022 at 12:00 PM

USCCB alert: Urge Congress to act on gun violence

Your voice is needed to bring about concrete action to protect lives!As the U.S. Senate nears a final negotiated bill on gun violence, your voice is needed! Please encourage your elected officials to Your voice is needed to bring about concrete action to protec…

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June 18, 2022 at 1:54 AM

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on State Budget Actions

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestouton State Budget ActionsOn Wednesday, Governor Youngkin proposed two vitally important budget amendments – one to save lives, and the other to provide a Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestouton State Budg…

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May 12, 2022 at 7:46 PM

Faithful Invited to Fast and Pray the Rosary

Faithful Invited to Fast and Pray the RosaryIn the midst of current tensions, the USCCB is inviting Catholics around the country to join in fasting and praying the Rosary tomorrow, May 13, the Memoria  Faithful Invited to Fast and Pray the RosaryIn the midst of …

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May 11, 2022 at 8:44 PM

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Senate’s Second Rejection of Extreme Aborti

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Senate’s Second Rejection of Extreme Abortion BillThis afternoon, for the second time this year, the U.S. Senate held a vote to advance the dec  Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Sen…

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May 9, 2022 at 2:46 PM

USCCB Alert: the most radical abortion bill ever is back

The bill to impose abortion on demand and ban pro-life state and local laws is up for a vote Wednesday, May 11 — Act now to stop it in Senate!For the second time this year, the U.S. Senate will be vot  The bill to impose abortion on demand and ban pro-life state…

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May 3, 2022 at 2:03 PM

How did your legislators vote in 2022 session?

2022 General Assembly session saw fewer bills pass but greater progress madeDuring the 2022 General Assembly session (Jan. 12 – March 12), fewer bills crossed the finish line than in recent years. Fro  2022 General Assembly session saw fewer bills pass but great…

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April 29, 2022 at 2:37 PM

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Veto Day and VA March for Life

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Veto Day and VA March for LifeWednesday was a big day in Richmond! The fourth annual Virginia March for Life brought together hundreds of residents from across t This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Veto Day and VA March …

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April 26, 2022 at 2:28 PM

Tomorrow is a big day – remember to take action

Act on VCC alerts today, come to VA March for Life tomorrow!Tomorrow, April 27, the General Assembly will reconvene to vote on the Governor’s vetoes and amendments. If you have not already done so, pl  Act on VCC alerts today, come to VA March for Life tomorrow!…

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April 21, 2022 at 1:59 PM

Your input matters: two reminders and some good news

Don’t forget to join us on April 27th for the Virginia March for Life and take action now on the Governor’s amendment!We are only ONE week away from the 4th annual Virginia March for Life on April 27t  Don’t forget to join us on April 27th for the Virginia March…

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April 14, 2022 at 4:45 PM

Your voice is needed at the Virginia March for Life

Sign up for the Virginia March for Life on April 27th @11am  Wednesday April 27th is a BIG day in Richmond and we need your voice! Join us for the 4th annual Virginia March for Life starting at 11am a Sign up for the Virginia March for Life on April 27th @11am  …

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April 11, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Urgent action needed on public school health guidelines

Your voice is needed now to remove offensive website from proposed guidelines. Today, a 30-day public comment period has begun on proposed Virginia School Health Guidelines for public schools. Publish Your voice is needed now to remove offensive website from pro…

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March 17, 2022 at 6:16 PM

Save the Date: Virginia March for Life April 27

Pregnant and need help?  Find pregnancy resources within the Diocese of Arlington and the Diocese of Richmond.If you are not a member of the Conference's advocacy network, click here to receive regula Pregnant and need help?  Find pregnancy resources within the …

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March 11, 2022 at 9:32 PM

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 9

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 9The Virginia General Assembly will complete its work on all matters except for the budget by tomorrow, March 12. More on unusual Senate actions: As mention This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 9The Virginia Gen…

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March 4, 2022 at 7:42 PM

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 8

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 8With only a week left in the 2022 session, many committees have already met for the last time, with the remainder to finish up their business on Monday. Mo This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 8With only a week…

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March 1, 2022 at 1:38 AM

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Senate Rejection of “Women’s Health Protect

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Senate Rejection of “Women’s Health Protection Act”Earlier tonight, a critical number of U.S. Senators took a strong, decisive stand against H.  Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Sen…

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February 25, 2022 at 7:08 PM

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 7

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 7The General Assembly is now sprinting downhill toward its conclusion. This week the House and Senate took up in earnest bills passed by the other chamber a This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 7The General Asse…

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February 23, 2022 at 4:32 PM

USCCB alert: act now to stop the most extreme abortion bill yet

Urge your Senator to Stop the Most Extreme Abortion on Demand Bill Ever SeenThe deceptively-named, extreme “Women’s Health Protection Act” (H.R. 3755) will be voted on in the U.S. Senate Monday and we Urge your Senator to Stop the Most Extreme Abortion on Demand…

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February 18, 2022 at 6:53 PM

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 6

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 6The Virginia General Assembly passed its first important deadline this past Tuesday: Crossover Day, the day after which each chamber can only consider bill This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 6The Virginia Gen…

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February 11, 2022 at 8:08 PM

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 5

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 5On Wednesday, more than 300 advocates filled the halls of the General Assembly this past Wednesday for Defending Life Day. After an ecumenical prayer gathe This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 5On Wednesday, mo…

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