We, the Roman Catholic Bishops in Arizona, commend Judge Susan Bolton for enjoining some of the more problematic provisions of SB 1070.
We hope that reaction to her ruling will be expressed only in peaceful and legal ways.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2010 Legislative Wrap-Up
On Thursday, April 29th the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die after spending 109 days in session. While much of the legislative session again focused on addressing Arizona’s growing budget problems, by the end, immigration became the most publicized and controversial issue of the year.
Statement from Religious Leaders Opposing SB 1070
As leaders of many faith communities in Arizona we want to share with you the common serious concerns that we all have with respect to SB 1070 and the potentially negative impact we believe it could have on our great state.
Arizona Catholic Conference Bishops’ Letter Opposing Prop 302
A positive beginning to life is not a luxury; rather a positive beginning is the foundation for a fulfilling and productive life. Children who are loved, attended to and provided adequate resources at an early age thrive to become adults who contribute to strong families and a strong society.
Arizona Catholic Conference Bishops Statement on SB 1070 and Legislation Impacting Vulnerable Populations
As Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference, our thoughts and prayers are with all of our elected state representatives as they face very difficult decisions on a number of important issues.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2009 Legislative Wrap-Up
After one of the most unusual and bitter legislative sessions in memory, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 7:31 a.m. on July 1st, making it the latest ending date in Arizona history.
A Letter From the Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference on Arizona’s Budget Crisis
Dear Governor Brewer, Speaker Adams, and President Burns:
As the Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference, we want you to know that our thoughts and our prayers are with you at this time of unprecedented challenge to our State.
Arizona’s Star Shines Brightly
With the conclusion of the recent elections, there has been much commentary about the national results and what they mean for issues of importance to the Catholic Church. For its own part, however, Arizona has been described as a “shining star” following the November elections and a place with plenty of reasons to be hopeful as 2009 begins.
Vote Yes For Marriage: A Pastoral Statement From the Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference in Support of Proposition 102
Read the statement in English and in Spanish.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2008 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2008 LEGISLATIVE SESSION FINAL UPDATE By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference On Friday, June 27th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die after spending 166 days in session. Not only was this session one of the longest in Arizona history, it also marked one of the most acrimonious sessions in recent years. Before
Freedom of Conscience: A Pastoral Statement From the Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference
Read the statement in English and Spanish.
Arizona Bishops’ Statement on Partial Birth Abortion Veto
To read the statement click here.
Arizona Bishops’ Op-Ed on Immigration Reform
To read the Op-Ed click here.
Arizona Catholic Conference 2007 Legislative Wrap-Up
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2007 LEGISLATIVE SESSION FINAL UPDATE By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference On Wednesday, June 20th, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die at 10:58 p.m. after spending a busy 164 days in session. The length of the session tied last year’s mark as the fifth longest in Arizona history and featured the introduction
Pastoral Statement Opposing the Death Penalty
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Arizona Catholic Conference 2007 Legislative Agenda
ARIZONA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE 2007 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA By Ron Johnson Arizona Catholic Conference The Arizona Catholic Conference (ACC) is the public policy voice of the Dioceses of Tucson, Phoenix, and Gallup, and represents the Church on legislative matters. Our core beliefs involve respect for all human life from conception until natural death. While some issues
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