WHO WE ARE
The Conference includes the bishops of Archdiocese of Hartford, Diocese of Bridgeport, Diocese of Norwich, Ukrainian Diocese of Stamford.
WHAT WE DO
We are a unified Catholic voice that can clearly enunciate the Church’s values to the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government.
Click here for a video by our Executive Director on the role of the CT Catholic Conference.
WHERE WE WORK
The Connecticut Catholic Conference is the public policy and advocacy office of the Catholic Bishops in the State of Connecticut.
Connecticut Bishops Release Statement on Reopening of Churches
May 10, 2021
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View Statement (Spanish)
The Divine Cancel Culture
By his death and resurrection, Christ has purchased our redemption and freed us from our sins
Please read this enlightening article where Archbishop Lori of Baltimore (prior Bishop of the Bridgeport Diocese) compares the current “Cancel Culture” movement to what he calls the “Divine Cancel Culture” movement of Jesus Christ. The differences in the values of each are startling .
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Connecticut General Assembly 2021 Session
To View Information and Action Alerts on Legislation
visit the
Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Website
Students leave All Saints Catholic School Wednesday, December, 16, 2020, in Norwalk, Conn Photo: Erik Trautmann / Hearst Connecticut Media
Connecticut Catholic Schools Meet the Challenge of COVID
Throughout these challenging months, Connecticut Catholic Schools have stood out for their professionalism and effectiveness in providing a rigorous and challenging education opportunity for thousands of young people.
It is through the hard work and dedication of teachers, parents, students, administrators, church personnel and school supporters who have made this experience rewarding.
We are grateful for their vision and ability to handle any challenge to ensure the education of our students comes first.
Read this article from CTinsider entitled
‘Something’s Working;’ CT diocese avoids school shutdowns as Covid-19 cases climb
Connecticut Catholic Conference Releases Statement on Current Congressional Efforts to Eliminate the Hyde Amendment
December 8, 2020
This statement is in response to Congressional efforts, lead by Connecticut Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D) and other pro-abortion advocates to eliminate the Hyde amendment. Over the last 44 years, this amendment has prevented federal funds from being used to provide abortions.
Click here to read the statement
Listen to Executive Director Chris Healy discuss the the elimination of the Hyde Amendment on the Lee Elci show on 94.9 FM.
Connecticut Catholic Bishops Release Pastoral Letter entitled “Respect Life Month” 2020 and the 25th Anniversary of “The Gospel of Life”
October 18, 2020
The Bishops’ letter addresses the important role Catholic teaching places on the value of human life in all aspects of our society. It is a call to value life and turn away from the violent aspects of our society that threaten it on a daily basis.
Catholic Teaching on Racism in Our Country
The issue of racism is prominent in the current discourse about our nation and the call for equality and respect. On November 14, 2018, long before the current social crisis, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops realized a pastoral letter on racism.
We encourage you to read “Open Wide Our Hearts -the enduring call to love“.
U.S. Supreme Court Rules on Cases Impacting Religious Freedom
The United States Supreme Court ruled on two cases in July that will directly impact religious freedom nationwide. The two cases, Little Sisters of the Poor v. Pennsylvania and Our Lady of Guadalupe School v. Morrissey-Berru, are clearly beneficial to religious organizations. Click here to read more
Funding of Abortions Through the Federal CARES Act Questioned
Connecticut Catholic Bishops Release Statement On Immigration Controversy
“In recent decades U.S. governments led by both of our major parties have fallen woefully short of enacting immigration reform and of honoring the basic humanity of migrants and refugees… We urge everyone to work and pray for a better [...]
Connecticut Catholic Bishops Release Message Affirming Life 2019
following passage of abortion law in New York CT Bishops Statement
Connecticut Catholic Bishops Release Statement Opposing Casino Gambling
“In light of the studies that have been done, and the negative consequences that can result in a society already burdened by so many social problems, we are strongly opposed to the expansion of casino gambling in Connecticut.” A [...]
