CCI Radio Hour: March 16, 2020

CCI Radio Hour: March 16, 2020

CCI Executive Director Bob Gilligan shares a recorded message from Cardinal Cupich about the COVID-19 pandemic; talks with Bishop Richard Pates, who's serving as the apostolic administrator of the Joliet diocese while Bishop Conlon is on medical leave; discusses the need for privilege in restorative justice practices with Judge Tom Donnelly; and briefly outlines tomorrow's primary election.
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Cardinal Cupich offers reassurance during coronavirus pandemic

Cardinal Cupich of the Archdiocese of Chicago has recorded an inspiring video message on unity in these trying times, reminding us, “This is a time to be gentle with one another, and accompany each other emotionally. … And this is a moment to deepen our own spiritual lives as members of the body of Christ by making a commitment, as I do today for you, that we will pray for each other."
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Life Advocacy Days at Illinois Capitol canceled due to coronavirus

Life Advocacy Days at Illinois Capitol canceled due to coronavirus

The Catholic Conference's Life Advocacy Days set for March 18, March 25 and April 1 at the Illinois Capitol have been cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Officials at the Capitol today notified lobbyists that all events and tours scheduled at the Springfield building are cancelled until further notice to limit the possible transmission of the coronavirus.
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CCI Radio Hour: Feb. 17, 2020

CCI Radio Hour: Feb. 17, 2020

Executive Director Bob Gilligan speaks with Bishop Malloy of Rockford; discusses the possible impact of a U.S. Supreme Court case on tax credit scholarships; and gets an update on Illinois' tax credit scholarship program.
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CCI Radio Hour: Jan. 20, 2020

CCI Radio Hour: Jan. 20, 2020

Executive Director Bob Gilligan explores the USCCB's election-year initiative, "Civilize It"; limiting solitary confinement with state Rep. LaShawn Ford, D-Chicago; reforming the felony-murder charge with advocate Marshan Allen; and vaping with Shana Crews of the American Cancer Society.
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CCI Radio Hour: Dec. 16, 2019

CCI Radio Hour: Dec. 16, 2019

Executive Director Bob Gilligan discusses the upcoming March for Life Chicago with speaker Claire Culwell; the Global Child Thrive Act with representatives of USCCB and CRS; a ministry for homeless men with Deacon Alfred Coleman; and the joy of adoption with Christopher Orlet of the Belleville Messenger.
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