The Votes are In - What Lies Ahead and the 2025 Connecticut Legislative Session by Christopher Healy,  Executive Director

   The 2024 Election provided few changes in the makeup of the Connecticut General Assembly. Democrats gained three seats in the state House and one in the State Senate. Democrats will hold a 102-49 advantage in the House and 26-11 edge in the Senate.

Are you a Catholic wondering what the Catholic Church actually teaches about immigration and how we should respond?  

    On the issue of immigration, the Catechism of the Catholic Church states, "The more prosperous nations are obliged, to the extent they are able, to welcome the foreigner in search of the security and the means of livelihood which he cannot find in his country of origin" (CCC 2241).

Another country, New Zealand,  joins an ever growing group of nations changing how they treat trans identifying youths.

The United States and Connecticut medical communities continue to promote care that is seen as harmful and lacking in supporting evidence. Serious mental health evaluations before affirming care and puberty blockers is a must, but is not occurring. Maybe it is time to reevaluate our policies.

Election Day, November 5th, is Quickly Approaching. How do the Positions of the Presidential Candidates Compare to Catholic Teaching? 

In keeping with its mission, the Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Conference (CCPAC) aims to educate and inform Catholics about a wide range of issues. The issues appear here in alphabetical order for informational purposes only and do not represent a complete list of issues that may be of importance to Catholics. The CCPAC neither supports nor opposes any candidate or political party.

As the Anniversary of Hama's Attack on Israel Pope calls for October 7 to be day of prayer and fasting for peace

Pope Francis says that “in this dramatic hour of our history, while the winds of war and the fires of violence continue to devastate entire peoples and nations,” the Christian community is reminded of its call to "put itself at the service of humanity".

Hate Crimes Are on the Rise in Our Country Against Jews and Catholics, especially since October 7th.

Message from Christopher Healy, Executive Director, on Title IX Revisions

  On August 1st, the Biden/Harris Administration, ignoring fierce public opposition and numerous legal challenges, allowed a revised Title IX regulation to go into effect.

Connecticut Department of Public Health Proposes Changing Abortion Regulations - Catholic Conference in Strong Opposition

   In July, the state Department of Public Health (DPH), without proper public notice, proposed revisions to the existing abortion regulations.

The 17th Connecticut Catholic Men's Conference will be held on September 21st at Northwest Catholic High School, West Hartford, CT.

   Spend a day with other Catholic men to renew and learn more about your faith.

Tuesday November 5th is Election Day 

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 - GENERAL ELECTION
FOURTEEN DAYS OF EARLY VOTING!
MONDAY, OCT. 21 – SUNDAY, NOV. 3          

U.S. Department of Education Releases New Regulations For Title IX Concerning Gender-Identity - Which Are Harmful to Girl Sports and Parental/Student Rights

    Message from Christopher Healy, Executive Director, on Title IX Revisions and more.

CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT ON DOBBS ANNIVERSARY   USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities

The 17th Connecticut Catholic Men's Conference will be held on September 21st at Northwest Catholic High School, West Hartford, CT.

    Spend a day with other Catholic men to renew and learn more about your faith.

Make Sure to Register to Vote 

Planned Parenthood Gets Fat on $3 million in “Leftovers” Without Debate:

Conference Starts a New Podcast Series:    Think Pray Vote 

  Latest episode:  Interview with State Sen. Doug McCrory, D-Hartford, on education, opportunity and his experience as a lawmaker.

Pride Month is Approaching - But the Disagreement over Gender-Identity Ideology Persists

Pope Francis Released a New Declaration on Human Dignity and Living the Catholic Faith (April 2024)

Sending A Pro-Life Message In An Abortion State - Third Annual Connecticut March for Life a Success

Legislative Committee Votes to Support Constitutional Amendment on Abortion and to Include Gender-Identity under the Protections for Sex Discrimination

Representative Berger-Girvalo (Ridgefield) stated during the committee vote on constitutional amendment SJ 4 that there is no research that shows that trans-women (biological males) have a competitive advantage over biological girls. Watch her statement.

Conference Starts a New Podcast Series - Think Pray Vote

Public Health Committee Passes Legislation Supported by Abortion Advocates That is Aimed Directly at the Religious Freedom of Catholic Hospitals