Michigan Catholic Conference

On January 23, 2008, Michigan Catholic Conference conducted a press conference at the State Capitol in an effort to draw attention to the positive effect the state's Earned Income Tax Credit will have on Michigan's working poor population and the state economy.

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In an effort to communicate the relationship between stem cell research and the Church's teaching on human life, this 12 minute DVD was distributed to every registered Catholic home in Michigan in October 2007. The video explains the differences between adult and embryonic stem cell research, and features patient testimonials and interviews with adult stem cell researchers.

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On June 29, 2007 a ceremony was held at the Conference to honor the life and legacy of Mrs. Helen M. Casey, the first woman appointed to the Michigan Catholic Conference Board of Directors. The ceremony included reflections from family members and former colleagues, as well as an overview of the artist Alvar's "Concert of the Hours" suite that was dedicated in Mrs. Casey's honor.

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Catholic Charities USA recently launched a campaign to cut in half the number of Americans living in poverty by the year 2020. The organization is calling on the nation's leaders to fund and support programs that provide necessary health care, housing, nutrition and economic security to low-income families, children, the elderly and disabled.

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On April 6, 2006, One United Michigan formally announced its opposition to a ballot question intended to eliminate affirmative action in Michigan. Michigan Catholic Conference, which serves on the OUM steering committee, hosted the event. Photos and a 30-minute video from the event are available. Windows Media Player or Quicktime required for video playback.

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On October 28, 2005 the Michigan Political History Society met to honor the 40th Anniversary of the Michigan Catholic Conference by celebrating "A Vision, A Voice, A Presence: The History of the First Forty Years of the Michigan Catholic Conference," the recently published history book of the MCC.

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Members of the MCC Board of Directors, staff and invited guests were in attendance December 1, 2004 for the unveiling of a sculpture sur bois wood carving of the seven principles of Catholic Social Teaching.

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On August 26, 2003 His Eminence Edmund Cardinal Szoka, President of the Pontifical Commission for Vatican City State, journeyed to Lansing to visit the new Michigan Catholic Conference location.

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The future of Catholic education was addressed November 20, 2003 as some 60 diocesan education representatives participated in a day long Symposium conducted by the Michigan Catholic Conference.

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The Michigan Catholic Conference celebrated its 40th anniversary December 3, 2003 as MCC staff and the 14-member Board of Directors joined for lunch.

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Photographs of our location, which stands at 510 South Capitol Avenue in downtown Lansing.

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This 12-minute video was commissioned for the Conference's 40th Anniversary, and provides information and interviews regarding the Conference's history and mission to serve all in the spirit of the Beatitudes. Windows Media Player or Quicktime required. A transcript of this video is also available.

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The Catholic Church is well-known for its courageous position in defense of human life. As Catholics, we hold a profound respect and reverence for life — from its first moment of conception to its last natural breath. We believe in the uniqueness and dignity of every person.

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