FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Marriage is union of one man and one woman Supreme Court’s decision to hear these cases is significant moment for nation Need prayers that Court upholds marriage’s true meaning and purpose WASHINGTON—Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco, … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Minnesota Marriage Amendment
MCC Statement on the Defeat of the Marriage Protection Amendment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. PAUL, Minn. (Nov. 7, 2012)— The Minnesota Catholic Conference (MCC), the public policy voice of the Catholic Church in Minnesota, is disappointed that Amendment 1 did not pass. Despite this setback, our efforts to promote and … Continue reading
Star Tribune: The Church is right to speak out
(Op Ed by executive director of Minnesota Catholic Conference Jason Adkins, appearing in the October 23 issue of the Star Tribune.) by Jason Adkins Many religious communities have been advocating for or against the Minnesota Marriage Protection Amendment. However, the … Continue reading
MCC News Release: Matt Birk Speaks on Importance of MN Marriage Amendment in New Online Video
NFL Star and Minnesota Native Talks about the Importance of Moms and Dads, Risk of Marriage Redefinition in Minnesota ST. PAUL, Minn. (Oct. 1, 2012)—National Football League (NFL) all-pro Matt Birk discusses his belief in marriage as between a man … Continue reading
MCC Media Statement: Regarding the Statewide Marriage Amendment Mailing from Minnesota Bishops
Every Catholic household in Minnesota was or will be mailed a letter from their respective bishop encouraging them to vote “Yes” for the marriage amendment, and briefly explaining why the amendment is needed. In most instances, the letter also invites … Continue reading