Catholic Conference of Illinois Statement on SB 3572

Catholic Conference of Illinois Statement on SB 3572

SB 3572 would allow criminal penalties, including possibly felony charges, for a woman who has an abortion. The Catholic Conference of Illinois (CCI), along with many other organizations that advocate for an end to abortion are opposed to this bill. We pray for the...
CCI Statement on Passage of Assisted Suicide – SB 1950

CCI Statement on Passage of Assisted Suicide – SB 1950

Statement on Passage Assisted Suicide: SB 1950October 31, 2025 With the passage of legislation to legalize assisted suicide in Illinois, the Illinois General Assembly has put our state on a slippery path that jeopardizes the well-being of the poor and marginalized,...
Families are at risk: Help keep hope alive!

Families are at risk: Help keep hope alive!

At the federal level, stop work orders have been issued on almost all U.S. foreign assistance programs while the Administration undertakes a review process of these programs. This freeze on the programs is impacting the human life and dignity of millions of...
Submit Your Witness Slip to Oppose Senate Bill 9

Submit Your Witness Slip to Oppose Senate Bill 9

Senate Bill 9 aims to legalize assisted suicide in Illinois. This legislation is being heard tomorrow, February 21st by the Senate Executive Committee in Chicago. This legislation threatens the dignity of every human person, puts vulnerable populations at risk, and...
Illinois Bishops Offer Election Guidance

Illinois Bishops Offer Election Guidance

On November 5th, 2024, all Americans eligible to vote will have the opportunity to shape our form of government for the next 2 years and beyond. In the midst of the commotion surrounding elections, especially presidential races, it is worth time to reflect on how...