USCCB’s Pro-Life Chair Calls for Renewed Efforts

CV NEWS FEED // At the U.S. Bishops’ Conference (USCCB) plenary session this week, Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, chair of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities, delivered an address highlighting the ongoing challenges in defending the sanctity of life.

“Recent campaigns and elections, and state ballot initiatives, have shown that abortion continues to be debated within our nation,” Bishop Burbidge said. “Sadly, many states continue to enshrine abortion in their state constitutions.” 

Despite these challenges, he encouraged the bishops to remain steadfast in their efforts as he said, “Our work is not only to change laws, as you know, but to change hearts and to change minds, to inspire and to inform.”

Bishop Burbidge also highlighted the growing push to legalize assisted suicide and the need to address end-of-life care with compassion and clarity.

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