Lansing Update / Posted November 14, 2025
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 seven principles of Catholic social teaching show us how to live the Gospel
Focus / Posted November 13, 2025
As members of the body of Christ, we are each called to live out the Gospel not only in words, but in action. Catholic social teaching provides a blueprint for how we put our faith into action. This edition of focus presents the seven themes of Catholic social teaching and invites Catholics reflect on how they can incorporate these principles into their lives, so as to more actively proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ both in word and deed.
Lansing Update / Posted November 7, 2025
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.
Lansing Update / Posted October 31, 2025
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.
Catholic Conference urges continued state action to ensure 1.4 million individuals and children are fed
News Release / Posted October 30, 2025
Ensuring families and children in need do not go without food is a pressing policy priority, Michigan Catholic Conference said today in supporting the state Senate’s approval of funding intended to cover the cost of federally funded food assistance scheduled to stop this weekend.
These nine advocacy principles originate from Catholic social teaching and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Within each principle are specific policy priorities MCC brings to dialogue that occurs at the state Capitol.
Every human being is created in the image and likeness of God. Human life is sacred, and the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society.
All people must have access to basic human needs to ensure they can live in a dignified manner, with a particular concern for the poor, the vulnerable, and anyone who goes without those basic needs.
Faith-based organizations provide services to the needy and contribute to the common welfare of society through institutions like schools and hospitals. Faith is what animates these providers to serve and is the foundational dimension of their identity.
Education is essential for the betterment of society by providing opportunities for children and adults to reach their fulfillment.
Marriage and family life is the core social institution, directed toward establishing a foundation of success for children.
Access to affordable and adequate healthcare is a basic human necessity required for upholding the dignity of human life.
The human dignity of both the crime victim and the offender should be acknowledged within the criminal justice system when considering punishment and the capacity for rehabilitation.
The human dignity of the immigrant, the refugee and the asylee—regardless of personal circumstances, background, or even legal status—must not be forgotten when considering how to manage immigration practices.
Environmental stewardship has a moral dimension, particularly in the recognition of the impact that environmental deterioration has on people, families, and the poor.
The Church’s social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives of holiness amidst the challenges of modern society. Modern Catholic social teaching has been articulated through a tradition of papal, conciliar, and episcopal documents. The depth and richness of this tradition can be understood best through a direct reading of these documents. In these brief reflections, we wish to highlight several of the key themes that are at the heart of our Catholic social tradition.
