Events

As part of MCC's core mission, we educate Catholics and the public about the ethical and moral framework that should be applied to public policy choices. We offer a variety of educational opportunities and events throughout the year.

If you want an MCC staff member to speak at your event, please fill out our Speaker Request Form.

  • Righteous Relief: How the Church Answers Pain

    Tuesday, September 01, 2026 at 09:00 AM · St. Peter's Catholic Church - Mendota Heights in Mendota Heights, MN

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    About the event

    Pain and suffering are often treated solely with pharmacological approaches that presuppose that the human person is merely a material being, and that the body is a kind of machine.  By contrast, the Catholic approach to pain and suffering does not rely solely on spiritual remedies, but instead follows an integrated vision of the human person as body and soul. 

    In a culture that elevates avoiding pain and suffering as its highest value, sometimes at the expense of other goods, how can Catholic healthcare professionals, institutions, and ministers, promote true flourishing rooted in the nature and authentic dignity of the human person? 

    Join Minnesota’s Catholic bishops and other healthcare ministers and leaders as we reflect on how Catholic healthcare can best address mental health challenges, emotional pain, and physical suffering while grounding those reflections in the reality of our faith and the call to follow the suffering servant, Jesus Christ, to the foot of the Cross. 

    When: September 1, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
    Where: St. Peter's Catholic Church, Mendota Heights, MN
    Investment: $25
    Lunch, drinks, and snacks will be provided.

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  • Transfiguration Men's Night

    Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 06:30 PM · Transfiguration Catholic Church in Oakdale, MN

    Join Jason Adkins, Executive Director of the Minnesota Catholic Conference, as he presents on politics and Catholic social teaching at Transfiguration Catholic Church's Men's Night.

    Together, we'll explore how the Church's social teaching can guide faithful civic engagement, shape our response to today's cultural challenges, and help us live out our faith in the public square. Come for an evening of thoughtful discussion, practical insights, and fellowship.

    For more information, visit https://transfigurationmn.org.

  • Fall Meeting for the Southwest Deanery Council of Catholic Women

    Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 06:00 PM · St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Jordan, MN

    Join Maggee Hangge, Assistant Director for Family Policy for the Minnesota Catholic Conference, at the Southwest Deanery Council of Catholic Women's annual fall meeting.

    The evening will begin will Mass at 6 p.m., followed by a light meal and a presentation by Maggee on legislative matters that impact our families.

    More information will be coming soon.

  • Lunch & Learn

    Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM · Our Lady of Grace in Edina, MN

    Join Maggee Hangge, assistant director for family policy, at a Lunch & Learn event in preparation for the 2026 general election.

    More information coming soon!

  • Fall Training | Elevate Life

    Monday, October 26, 2026 at 09:00 AM · Monticello Community Center

    Maggee Hangge, assistant director for family policy, will present a legislative update at this year's Elevate Life Fall Training.

  • Live at OLG | Young Professionals

    Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 07:00 PM · Our Lady of Grace in Edina, MN

    Maggee Hangge, assistant director for family policy, joins the Young Professionals for Live at OLG. How do we navigate faith and politics without confusing one for the other? Come for a candid conversation on voting, political polarization, family disagreements, media, AI, and how Catholics can engage the culture without losing our peace or our hope.

    For more information: MP Event Details — Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church

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