Important updates on bills and VA March for Life ReminderEarlier this month, we sent you an alert regarding bills that would end lives and threaten to compel organizations to provide or pay for...

Continued witness at the state capitol is urgently needed!This year, the General Assembly passed an extreme resolution that would allow virtually unlimited abortion at any stage of pregnancy – the...

See how your senator and delegate voted! During the 2025 Virginia General Assembly session (Jan. 8 – Feb. 22), your state senator and delegate cast consequential votes – including votes either...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 7The 2025 Virginia General Assembly session ends tomorrow! As deliberations and debates wind down, here are some key updates. Budget...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 6One more week to go in the 2025 Virginia General Assembly session! Budget Negotiations and Bills Heading to Governor’s Desk: Yesterday, Senate and House...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 5On Monday and Tuesday, both chambers held long floor sessions as they raced to meet the Feb. 4 crossover deadline. Now that crossover has occurred, the House...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 4 It was a big week for bill hearings and grassroots advocacy! Here are highlights. Virginia Pro-Life Day: Thank you to all who participated in...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 3Here in Richmond, we stand in prayer and solidarity with all those participating in the National March for Life in DC today! In addition, here are key updates...

Register Today!Virginia Pro-Life Day is just one week from today! Register now to join pro-life advocates from around the commonwealth in Richmond. Meet with your legislators to advocate against...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on House and Senate Floor Votes on Proposed Constitutional AmendmentsThroughout our Commonwealth, many have been following closely the intense and...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 2The week began with the sad news of the passing of Geline Williams on Sunday, January 12. When the Virginia Catholic Conference began more than 20 years...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 1The 2025 General Assembly session officially began this Wednesday, January 8. However, after gaveling in to fulfill the constitutional requirement that the...

We need your voice in RichmondVirginia Pro-Life Day is right around the corner! Register today to join pro-life advocates from around the commonwealth in Richmond on January 29th. Meet with your...

Special election on January 7 You are receiving this notification because a Special Election is being held on Jan. 7 for Senate of Virginia, District 10. You reside in this district and...

Special election on January 7 You are receiving this notification because a Special Election is being held on Jan. 7 for Senate of Virginia, District 32. You reside in this district and...

Special election on January 7 You are receiving this notification because a Special Election is being held on Jan. 7 for Virginia House of Delegates, District 26. You reside in this district and...

We need your voice in Richmond Join us for Virginia Pro-Life Day on January 29, 2025 in Richmond! Meet with your legislators to advocate for pro-life causes. Be a part of the effort to preserve...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Actionsby House Privileges and Elections CommitteeToday, the House Privileges and Elections Committee took the unusual step of fast-tracking three...

A House committee is fast-tracking proposed amendments on abortion, marriage and voting rights!  In an unusual fast-tracking move, the House Privileges and Elections Committee will be...

Attend Virginia Pro-Life Day on Jan. 29 and the Virginia March for Life on April 2!In 2025, Virginia Pro-Life Day and the Virginia March for Life will take place on two separate dates. Virginia...

Prepare and vote: Read the conscience formation materials and candidate comparisons!Election Day is November 5. Early voting is well underway. Have you visited our Election Resource hub? There you...

Prepare and vote: Read the conscience formation materials and candidate comparisons on the VCC website!Early voting begins today (September 20). Election Day is November 5.To help you prepare, please...

VCC to release array of voter education materials in September! Election Day is November 5. Here is a preview of key voter resources we will be providing next month!A pre-election letter from...

Virginia Catholic Conference provides key voter registration template, encourages parishes to conduct drivesOn November 5, Virginians will have the opportunity to vote in the...

Register to vote today to make your voice heard in NovemberOn November 5, Virginians will have the opportunity to vote in the general and special elections for President, a U.S. Senate...

Parishes: Order your customized report by June 28th.During the 2024 Virginia General Assembly session, your state senator and delegate cast key votes on critical issues impacting human life, dignity...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Governor Youngkin’s Vetoes of Coercive Contraceptive Bills We are pleased that Governor Youngkin has vetoed SB 237/HB 609 and SB 238/HB 819...

See how your senator and delegate voted!During the 2024 Virginia General Assembly session (Jan. 10 – March 9), your state senator and delegate cast key votes on critical issues impacting human life,...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Governor Youngkin’s Vetoes of Abortion Shield Legislation We welcome and are very grateful for Governor Youngkin’s vetoes of SB 15, SB 716, HB...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 9Session is on track to end tomorrow (Saturday, March 9) as scheduled, culminating with a vote on the budget bill the General Assembly will send to the...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 8State legislation: Session is scheduled to end just over a week from now (on March 9). This week the Virginia General Assembly sent harmful and dangerous...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 7VA Pro-Life DayVirginia Pro-Life Day: On Wednesday, Virginia Pro-Life Day drew thousands of people to Capitol Square in Richmond to advocate, witness and pray...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 6The Feb. 13 crossover deadline has come and gone. We are glad to see legislation advancing that would make prescription drugs more affordable, place clear...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 5The House and Senate are racing to complete work on their respective bills by the Feb. 13 crossover deadline. After that date, with the exception of the...

Statement and Call to Action by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Assisted Suicide Legislation Legislation to legalize physician assisted suicide is moving rapidly in this year’s Virginia...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 4Many bills advanced this week. While some bills we support are moving forward, there was also alarming movement on four big threats.Assisted suicide: Two...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 3In this third week of the Virginia General Assembly session, bill hearings continued at a rapid pace and sometimes went late into the evening. We testified on...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 2 Here in Richmond, we stand in prayer and solidarity with all those participating in the National March for Life in DC today!Bill hearings picked up...

Virginia General Assembly Update – Week 1 The 2024 General Assembly session began this Wednesday, January 10. Already, well over 2,000 bills and resolutions have been introduced. Legislators...

Opt in nowThank you for your valued participation in our email advocacy network! As we head into the 2024 legislative session, we are now offering an additional way for you to receive our alerts...

To learn more, visit vaprolifeday.org and sign up for email alerts! Stay tuned for more information soon! ~~Pregnant and need help? Click here to find pregnancy resources offered by...

Take a final look at our Election Resource Hub, then go vote!Election Day is today, November 7. Visit the VCC Election Resource Hub one last time. Then go vote in these critical elections...

At St. Bridget’s parish on Thursday, Oct. 5: Please attend!This election season and beyond, we are called to take an active part in public life to promote the common good. Do you want to learn more...

USCCB Alert: Adequately fund WIC All families in need must have access to life-saving nutrition and health services. As the Senate puts together a short-term funding measure (“continuing...

Prepare to vote by visiting VCC Election Resource HubEarly voting begins today! Now through Election Day on November 7, voters will decide who will represent them in the state Senate and House of...

Prepare and vote: Read bishops’ letter and other VCC resources In the coming weeks and months, voters will elect members to all 140 seats in the Virginia General Assembly, as well as other...

Virginia Catholic Conference provides key voter registration template, encourages parishes to conduct drives This year in Virginia, Election Day is Tuesday, November 7. Voters will elect...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Updated Model Policies for Public SchoolsThis week, the Virginia Department of Education released updated “Model Policies Ensuring Privacy,...

Register to vote today to make your voice heard in November On November 7, voters will elect Virginia General Assembly candidates – and in some areas – “down-ballot” offices. All 100 seats in...

Virginia Catholic Conference provides key voter registration template,encourages parishes to conduct drivesThis year in Virginia, Election Day is Tuesday, November 7. Voters will elect Virginia...

Customized VCC vote reports available to parishes upon request A new, customized resource for parishes is now available (upon the parish’s request) from the Virginia Catholic...

View how your senator and delegate voted and how one Senate committee blocked four key pro-life bills  During the 2023 Virginia General Assembly session (Jan. 11 – Feb. 25), your state...

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 7  The 2023 session is scheduled to end tomorrow, but House and Senate budget negotiators have not reached an agreement on amendments to the state...

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 6 As the General Assembly session heads down the final stretch, this week was filled with decisive actions on numerous bills, including a number of VCC...

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 5Tuesday of this week was the “crossover” deadline for the 2023 General Assembly session. As a result, the only bills still alive are ones that have passed their...

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 4Advocates attending Defending Life DayDefending Life Day & Virginia March for Life: What a day! On Wednesday, Virginia Pro-Life Day drew thousands of people...

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 3 Big Victory on Assisted Suicide: Yesterday a Senate committee defeated the assisted suicide bill by a 9-5 vote. To each of you who contacted your senator...

Virginia General Assembly Update–Week 2Today, so many are gathered in DC for the national March for Life. We join our prayers with all who are attending today!This morning in Richmond, life issues...

 Join us on February 1st in Richmond! Register today for Virginia Pro-Life Day on February 1st! Stand up for life and join us for a full day of advocacy, prayer and witness at the...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on the Passing of Congressman McEachin We are saddened by the passing of U.S. Representative Donald McEachin and offer our condolences to his...

Join us for a full day of pro-life advocacy, prayer and witness for life on February 1st in Richmond! Sign up now to join us on February 1st for Virginia Pro-Life Day!Boldly stand up for life in...

Pray, form your consciences and vote tomorrow, November 8!Election Day is tomorrow, November 8. As a reminder, before you vote, we encourage you to read the Pre-Election Letter by Bishop Burbidge and...

Register today so you can vote on November 8!Election Day is November 8. Early voting is well underway. If you are not registered to vote, TODAY is the last day to do so in order to participate in...

Register to vote today to make your voice heard on Nov. 8.On November 8, Virginians will have the opportunity to elect candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives and – in some areas –...

Save the date: Come to Richmond Feb. 1 for full day of pro-life advocacy Pregnant and need help? Click here to find pregnancy resources offered by our two dioceses.If you are not a member...

Prayerfully prepare to vote: Read bishops’ letter and other VCC resources Election Day is November 8. Early voting begins later this week, on September 23. Virginia voters will choose...

Still time left to conduct drives, VCC resource provides key guidelines and tips This year in Virginia, Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Voters will elect candidates for the U.S. House of...

Register to vote today to make your voice heard in NovemberOn November 8, Virginians will have the opportunity to elect candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives – and in some areas –...

Virginia Catholic Conference provides key voter registration template; encourages parishes to conduct drivesThis year in Virginia, Election Day is Tuesday, November 8. Voters will elect candidates to...

Virginia Catholic Conference Statement on Dobbs DecisionJune 24, 2022With deep gratitude the Virginia Catholic Conference welcomes the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson...

Your voice is needed to bring about concrete action to protect lives! As the U.S. Senate nears a final negotiated bill on gun violence, your voice is needed! Please encourage your elected...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on State Budget ActionsOn Wednesday, Governor Youngkin proposed two vitally important budget amendments – one to save lives, and the other to provide...

Faithful Invited to Fast and Pray the RosaryIn the midst of current tensions, the USCCB is inviting Catholics around the country to join in fasting and praying the Rosary tomorrow, May 13, the...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Senate’s Second Rejection of Extreme Abortion Bill This afternoon, for the second time this year, the U.S. Senate held a vote to...

2022 General Assembly session saw fewer bills pass but greater progress madeDuring the 2022 General Assembly session (Jan. 12 – March 12), fewer bills crossed the finish line than in recent years...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Veto Day and VA March for LifeWednesday was a big day in Richmond! The fourth annual Virginia March for Life brought together hundreds of residents from...

Don’t forget to join us on April 27th for the Virginia March for Life and take action now on the Governor’s amendment! We are only ONE week away from the 4th annual Virginia March for Life...

Sign up for the Virginia March for Life on April 27th @11am   Wednesday April 27th is a BIG day in Richmond and we need your voice! Join us for the 4th annual Virginia...

Pregnant and need help?  Find pregnancy resources within the Diocese of Arlington and the Diocese of Richmond.If you are not a member of the Conference's advocacy network,...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 9The Virginia General Assembly will complete its work on all matters except for the budget by tomorrow, March 12. More on unusual Senate actions: As...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 8With only a week left in the 2022 session, many committees have already met for the last time, with the remainder to finish up their business on Monday...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on U.S. Senate Rejection of “Women’s Health Protection Act”Earlier tonight, a critical number of U.S. Senators took a strong, decisive stand...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 7The General Assembly is now sprinting downhill toward its conclusion. This week the House and Senate took up in earnest bills passed by the other chamber...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 6The Virginia General Assembly passed its first important deadline this past Tuesday: Crossover Day, the day after which each chamber can only consider...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 5On Wednesday, more than 300 advocates filled the halls of the General Assembly this past Wednesday for Defending Life Day. After an ecumenical prayer...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 4The 2022 Virginia General Assembly has completed its fourth week of work. Since even-year sessions are 60 days long, the House and Senate are nearly...

This Week at the 2022 General Assembly–Week 3The 2022 Virginia General Assembly has completed its third week of work, and committees in both the House and Senate continue to plow through many bills...

Be a direct influence on your General Assembly members while they’re in Richmond - join us for Defending Life Day!We are inspired by so many who gathered for the 49th annual National March for...

This Week at the 2022 Virginia General Assembly–Week 2Since last week’s update, big events have occurred here in Richmond and in our nation’s capital. Last Saturday, Glenn Youngkin, Winsome Sears and...

This Week at the 2022 Virginia General Assembly–Week 1The Virginia General Assembly gaveled in for its 2022 session on Wednesday. This year’s session will last for 60 days. As a result of the...

Join us in Richmond for Defending Life Day on February 9th! In just one month, we look forward to welcoming you to a unique event – an event which brings together the pro-life voice of Virginia...

Sign up for Defending Life Day on February 9th! On February 9th, pro-life Virginians from across the Commonwealth will come together under one roof to advocate for the protection of human life...

Join us in Richmond on February 9th, 2022 for our first ever Defending Life Day!Join us on February 9th to advocate for a pro-life Virginia!On this day, Virginians will come together in Richmond for...

Get news on the 2022 Virginia General Assembly session right to your feedWith the 2022 session of the Virginia General Assembly set to convene next month, make sure to follow us...

You made the difference  Good news!  Yesterday, the Joint Commission on Health Care voted NOT to include assisted suicide as one of its study topics in 2022.  Thanks to your...

This Wednesday, December 1st at 10 AM the Supreme Court hearsthe biggest challenge to Roe v. Wade yet.   The Supreme Court will be hearing oral arguments this Wednesday, December...

VCC vote report & blog post tell of consequential outcomes & opportunities for public input denied Last week, we shared two pieces that tell the story of our work during the 2021...

A “virtually new take” on public testimonyYou might say that here in Richmond there was a “virtually new take” on the legislative process, unique in our legislature’s 401-year history. ...

Pandemic-altered 2021 General Assembly session focused on fewer bills, still yielded far-reaching outcomes  This General Assembly session (Jan. 13 – March 1) was unique, with strict bill...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Governor Northam’s Signature of Legislation Abolishing Virginia’s Death Penalty Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington and...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Governor Northam’s Signature of Abortion Expansion Legislation Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington and Bishop Barry C...

  End of Session Summary   Within the next few days, the 2021 Virginia General Assembly session is expected to end. Thank you to everyone who acted on our many alerts over this fast-paced...

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Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Passage of Death Penalty Abolition Legislation Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington and Bishop Barry C. Knestout of the Diocese...

This Week at the 2021 Virginia General Assembly--Week 4   Today marks “crossover” at the General Assembly. After today, each chamber can only consider bills passed by the other chamber, except...

This Week at the 2021 Virginia General Assembly--Week 3   Deliberating during the middle point of a constantly accelerating 30-day session, the Virginia General Assembly considered bills of...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Virginia House of Delegates Passage of Abortion Expansion Legislation Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington and Bishop Barry C...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Virginia Senate Passage of Abortion Expansion Legislation Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington and Bishop Barry C. Knestout of...

This Week at the 2021 Virginia General Assembly--Week 2   Deliberating during a 30-day session, the Virginia General Assembly is accelerating its consideration of bills, include some of top...

This Week at the 2021 Virginia General Assembly--Week 1   The Virginia General Assembly gaveled in on Wednesday to start its 2021 session. The session has already accelerated quickly. Like...

Model policies disregard role of parents   Your input is needed!   What:  Oppose transgender policies proposed by the Virginia Department of Education.   When:  Comments...

Don't let Virginia go to pot   Please read the blog post here. If you are not a member of the Conference's advocacy network, click here to receive regular Conference email alerts and updates...

Catholic Charities continues to cultivate loving homes for children   Today is the last day of National Adoption Month, and the signs of transition are all around us. Yesterday marked the...

The Virginia General Assembly convened on August 18 to consider bills that address the economic impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the Commonwealth’s budget and issues surrounding criminal...

USCCB Chairmen Praise Supreme Court Decision Recognizing the Right of the Church to Choose Its Own Leaders   WASHINGTON –The Supreme Court of the United States has issued its decision in the...

USCCB Chairmen Welcome Supreme Court Decision Preserving the Religious Liberty of Little Sisters   WASHINGTON – The Little Sisters of the Poor recently went to the Supreme Court of the United States...

U.S. Bishops’ Religious Liberty and Catholic Education Chairmen Grateful for Supreme Court’s Decision in Blaine Amendment Case   WASHINGTON – Today, the Supreme Court of the United States issued...

Catholic Bishops’ Pro-Life Chairman Says Supreme Court Decision Continues Cruel Precedent of Prioritizing Abortion Business Interests Over Women’s Health and Safety   WASHINGTON– Today, the Supreme...

USCCB calls for action to protect childhood immigrants, others with temporary protected status.     The alert linked here has been issued by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. Please stand...

Session far different than past years, new VCC resource reports sweeping changes and future threats   During the two-month legislative session, nearly 1300 bills passed, some drastically altering...

Governor Northam signs abortion expansion legislation and bills that fail to protect religious liberty Last month and earlier this month, many of you acted on alerts we sent asking Governor Northam...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Governor’s Signature of Abortion Bills Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington and Bishop Barry C. Knestout of the Diocese of...

Pray for our civic leaders during this time of crisis They need God’s guidance as they make far-reaching decisions that affect us all.   Last evening, we joined nearly 3,000 fellow members of the...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly – Week 9   The unusually high volume of bills remaining resulted in extra long floor sessions all week, sometimes extending well into the night...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly--Week 8   The Virginia General Assembly is nearing the conclusion of its work for 2020, so this past week saw long hours spent debating bills in...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly--Week 7   In these final weeks of session, the number of bills still being debated has narrowed, but the intensity of the debate surrounding some of...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly--Week 6   Crossover Day was this past Tuesday, the Tuesday of Week 6 at the Virginia General Assembly.  At this point in the session, all...

  This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly--Week 5     Week 5 at the Virginia General Assembly saw committees rushing to get their work done as the Crossover Day deadline looms next...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly--Week 4     Week 4 at the Virginia General Assembly was a busy one as floor sessions had long agendas and House and Senate committees started to...

Statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on Passage of Abortion Bills Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington and Bishop Barry C. Knestout of the Diocese of Richmond issued...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly--Week 3   Today is the March for Life in Washington, DC, and we stand with all who are showing their solidarity with the cause of protecting the...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly--Week 2   The session’s pace picked up this week with committees hearing and advancing bills and floor votes on a few highly publicized issues...

This Week at the 2020 Virginia General Assembly-Week 1 Session began Wednesday, with Democrats in control of both the Senate and the House for the first time in decades. The Senate organized quickly...

Bishops’ letter & VCC resource outline principles & issues as voters prepare for Nov. 5 elections On November 5, voters across Virginia will elect members to all 140 seats in the General...

Joint Statement from Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, and Most Reverend Barry C. Knestout, Bishop of Richmond, on July 9th Virginia General Assembly Special Session On May 31,...

Virginia Catholic Conference Statement on New Federal District Court Order In an unexpected May 14 Order, U.S. District Judge Henry Hudson reversed his own dangerous ruling of May 6 which had put...

  Virginia Bishops’ Statement on Federal District Court Decision   On May 6, laws enacted by the people of Virginia were undermined, when a U.S. district court decision further advanced the...

Conference tracks senator, delegate votes on issues vital to life, liberty, education & other key concerns   For the Virginia Catholic Conference, this year’s 47-day Virginia General Assembly...

You Marched & Lives were saved!   Virginia March for Life: Yesterday was a powerful day as close to 7,000 people descended upon the Capitol marching for the sanctity of every human life...

Virginia Bishops’ Statement on U.S. Senate’s Failure to Pass the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act We are deeply dismayed and astounded that the U.S. Senate has failed to pass the...