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2024 Election Resources for Catholics in Michigan

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Lansing Update

Lansing Update publishes on Fridays when the Michigan Legislature is in session and chronicles legislative activity of interest to Michigan Catholic Conference. Join the Catholic Advocacy Network to receive Lansing Update in your inbox.

    A Final Note of Encouragement Before the Election

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    MCC closes out its four-part series on the Catholic approach to voting with a final note of encouragement. Plus, find logistical information about how to vote, as well as some reflections on two big dates on the Church’s liturgical calendar in this week’s Lansing Update.

    Forming a Catholic Conscience Before Voting

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    As the election draws closer, MCC encourages all Catholics to form their consciences according to Church teaching and to vote accordingly. This week’s update provides a rundown on the major issues and how they relate to Catholic social doctrine.

    Let Faith Inform Your Political Participation

    The American flag waving in the wind in front of a church during the Primary Election in 2024

    Part two in a four-part series on the Catholic approach to voting makes the case that faith is meant to be the center of a person's life, including how a person votes. Also this week, MCC advocated for the unborn in tragic scenarios related to life-sustaining treatment. Plus, read other updates on policies to help vulnerable older adults and students.

    Putting on the Mind of Christ Before Voting

    A “Vote Here” sign displayed outside of a polling location on Primary Election Day in 2024

    To continue advancing the message of faithful citizenship before the election, MCC presents the first of a four-part series on voting. Also this week, read a column reflecting on two important life issues to consider during Respect Life Month, and see what the U.S. bishops are asking the faithful to do in response to threats of political violence.

    MCC Announces Faithful Citizenship Webinar

    Faithful Citizenship and the 2024 Election. Learn how to adopt a Catholic approach to voting for candidates. Tuesday, October 8, 7-8 pm. Tap or click here to register.

    As the election approaches, MCC is inviting Catholic Advocacy Network members to a webinar on faithful citizenship and how to approach voting with a Catholic perspective. Also this week, grassroots advocates were urged to contact their lawmakers to approve more student safety funding.

    MCC Releases 2024 Election Resources for Catholics

    Be Catholic. Vote Catholic.

    As the November 2024 election approaches, Catholics are reminded to vote as faithful citizens with a well-formed conscience. To assist in this, MCC announced the release of its latest edition of Focus and an election resources website for Catholics to help prepare to vote. Also, the Church this week remembers the life of St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who cared for the poor and vulnerable and spoke out against abortion.

    What MCC Said in Response to the New State Budget

    The interior of the Michigan State Capital building

    The state budget is a moral statement that details elected officials’ spending priorities. So how did Michigan lawmakers do in the latest budget? MCC commented on spending for education and assistance for the poor in response to the Governor signing the budget. Plus, MCC provides updates on the legislative schedule and upcoming elections and election-related resources for Catholics.

    Legislature Finishes Budget in Dramatic Fashion; Abortion Providers Use Proposal 3 to Get Judge to Block Laws Limiting Abortion

    The front of the Michigan State Capitol building.

    The Legislature unveiled and passed a final budget in the midst of a marathon overnight session this week. MCC staff provide a first glance at both the good news and bad news on state funding for nonpublic schools as well as programs to help the poor and vulnerable. Also this week, a judge blocked enforcement of several laws that limit abortion and protect the health and safety of women. Read more in this week’s Lansing Update.

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