A publication of the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops
Texas Catholic Voice August 2021
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Passage of Chemical Abortion Safety Protocols victory for women School year’s begun Church’s ministry to migrants And more! … A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director As the second special session of the 87th Legislature draws to a close, we are very excited to report that today…
Read MoreStatement on passage of Chemical Abortion Safety Protocol (SB 4)
AUSTIN – The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops (TCCB) congratulates the Texas House and Senate for passage of SB 4, the Chemical Abortion Safety Protocol. The bill, which protects the health and safety of women by ensuring the FDA regulations for chemical abortion are codified in Texas statute, is now ready for Governor Greg Abbott’s…
Read MoreCCUSA and Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops Address Ministry with Migrants
Alexandria, Va. (August 12, 2021) – Catholic Charities USA and its 167 member agencies have a long history of serving their communities to help the most vulnerable find affordable housing, access vital food assistance and nutrition, receive mental and integrated healthcare and achieve economic self-sufficiency and stability. When disaster strikes, its agencies provide emergency and long-term relief to help individuals and families rebuild their lives. Additionally, since…
Read MoreTexas Catholic Voice June 2021
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Our report on the results of the 87th Legislature TCCB ED announces new associate dir. of accreditation And more! … A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director As promised at the end of session, we have compiled a full report of the results of our advocacy at…
Read MoreTexas Catholic Voice: May 24
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Legislature concludes May 31 … Death penalty resources for small groups … and more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director The 87th Texas Legislature closes “sine die” May 31. It’s been a historic session, what with the pandemic and the severe February winter storm, not to…
Read MoreTexas Catholic Voice: May 17
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Last week for committee action – Legislature concludes May 31 Execution scheduled for May 19 Laudato Si’ Week resources And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director This is the final week of the Legislature in which committees can take action on bills, and next week…
Read MoreTexas Catholic Voice: May 10
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Senate bills addressing prolife and essential caregiver visitation rights Bills in committee this week Novena to St. Isidore and Marian shrine Rosary schedule And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director Contact House Calendars Committee and ask them to set SB 394! This is the week…
Read MoreTexas Catholic Voice: May 3
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Bishops issue signatory letter opposing permitless carry of guns… Last week for bills to pass the House… Pro-life, foster care, education and more at stake… And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director There’s just a few days left for House bills to be able to…
Read MoreTexas Catholic Voice: April 26
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Executive Director Jennifer Carr Allmon updates on legislative activity… Engage in legislation being debated this week… May is Foster Care Month, and a great time to promote the St. Joseph Ministry… Pope Francis calls for prayers to end the pandemic… And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon,…
Read MoreTexas Catholic Voice April 19
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Executive Director Jennifer Carr Allmon addresses permit-less carry and death penalty bills… Bills in Committee this week…. A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director This is the first time in recent history Catholics have not gathered at the Capitol during the legislative session. That doesn’t mean we…
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