Minnesota Catholic Conference

09/03/2026

We are so moved.

On Tuesday, more than a hundred people, including a significant number of medical professionals, gathered to explore the Church's response to one of life's most enduring questions: the meaning of pain and suffering.

The study day brought together practitioners in psychiatry, medicine, spiritual care, theology, and higher education for a rich day of reflection and dialogue.

This is one way the Minnesota Catholic Conference staff supports the bishops, who make up the conference, by developing programs that help Catholics bring the Gospel into every aspect of social life, including politics, education, and the topic at hand: healthcare.

Thank you to the Church of St. Peter (Mendota) for being a great host.

We will be posting the contents of the talks for all of you throughout the coming weeks.

08/31/2026

Make sure to VOTE at the Minnesota State Fair.

Stop by the House booth in the Education Building and take their annual opinion poll!

📍 Look for the question about an insurance mandate for IVF coverage.

❌ Vote NO.

An IVF insurance coverage mandate puts taxpayers on the hook for an unethical and expensive practice that ends more lives than it creates.

Read our testimony from the last legislative session here: https://www.mncatholic.org/verbal_testimony_in_opposition_to_ivf_insurance_mandate_h_f_1758

08/27/2026

We hold their families especially close, along with every child, educator, parent, first responder, and member of our community forever changed by the tragedy at Annunciation.

08/27/2026

Please join us in praying for the families and community of Annunciation Catholic Church and School. 🙏

Today, we prayerfully remember Fletcher and Harper, as well all students, staff and families affected by the tragedy at Annunciation one year ago. Please continue to hold them in prayer and follow their courageous example by being a beacon of light in your own community.

Those who wish to support Annunciation are invited to do so via the Hope and Healing Fund: https://www.ccf-mn.org/annunciation-hope-and-healing-fund/

Church of the Annunciation Annunciation Catholic School - Minneapolis, MN

08/25/2026

One week away! There is still time to register!

Join the bishops of Minnesota and healthcare leaders to reflect on the Church's response to pain and suffering.

08/20/2026

Are you caring for a loved one struggling with mental health struggles? Parents or grandparents nearing the end of life? Are you a nurse, doctor, or someone who works in healthcare? This study day is for all of you.

Our speakers and panelists will reflect on how Catholic healthcare can best address mental health challenges, emotional pain, and physical suffering while rooting those reflections in the reality of our faith and the call to follow the suffering servant, Jesus Christ, to the foot of the Cross.

📅 September 1 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 St. Peter's Catholic Church, Mendota Heights, MN
💵 Ticket: $25
Lunch from Jimmy John's and refreshments will be included.

Register here:

Join the bishops of Minnesota and healthcare leaders to reflect on the Church's response to pain and suffering.

08/19/2026

Every abortion involves the death of a child and harm to the mother. Now with easier access to abortion pills, the abortion rate is tragically climbing, along with increased health risks.

The Food and Drug Administration has enabled a nationwide mail-order abortion industry by allowing abortion pills to be prescribed in telehealth appointments and sold both at neighborhood pharmacies and online, circumventing state laws that protect life in the womb. This leaves women vulnerable to suffering an abortion alone at home, without any medical supervision. It also sets up additional opportunities for exploitation by violent partners or human traffickers.

From now through the end of October, Respect Life Month, the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to join a focused effort of prayer and action to stop the spread of abortion pills. In addition to invoking the intercession of St. Joseph, Defender of Life, participants can learn about the danger of abortion pills, and can send messages to pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies that are involved.

08/18/2026

Please join Catholics across the country in a focused effort of prayer and action to stop the spread of abortion pills. Take action here: https://www.votervoice.net/NCHLA/Campaigns/139193/Respond

Every abortion involves the death of a child and harm to the mother. Now with easier access to abortion pills, the abortion rate is tragically climbing, along with increased health risks.

The Food and Drug Administration has enabled a nationwide mail-order abortion industry by allowing abortion pills to be prescribed in telehealth appointments and sold both at neighborhood pharmacies and online, circumventing state laws that protect life in the womb. This leaves women vulnerable to suffering an abortion alone at home, without any medical supervision. It also sets up additional opportunities for exploitation by violent partners or human traffickers.

From now through the end of October, Respect Life Month, the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to join a focused effort of prayer and action to stop the spread of abortion pills. In addition to invoking the intercession of St. Joseph, Defender of Life, participants can learn about the danger of abortion pills, and can send messages to pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies that are involved.

08/13/2026

We're thrilled to highlight another speaker for September 1.

Anthony Isacco, PhD, brings a wealth of experience as a licensed psychologist who has worked extensively with priests and religious, helping them live out happy and holy vocations.

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.

This study day is designed for those in healthcare, but all are welcome to attend!

Register and learn more today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/righteous-relief-addressing-pain-suffering-from-the-heart-of-the-church-registration-1993480411574?aff=oddtdtcreator