Reverence for Life

We hold life sacred from conception to natural death. We oppose abortion, which regrettably is legal, and advocate for common sense restrictions on its use. We support non-embryonic stem cell research but oppose experiments on human embryos and cloning. We support quality end-of-life care and oppose legalizing assisted suicide. We oppose the use of capital punishment.

Religious Freedom

Restorative Justice

In April 1999, in response to a report of his prison visits by Los Angeles Auxiliary Bishop Gabino Zavala, the California bishops formed an Ad Hoc Committee on Prison Ministry and Corrections. The ultimate goal of the committee was to improve the Church's role in ministering to prisoners, victims and families. In October 2000, the Ad Hoc Committee was dissolved and replaced by the Steering Committee on Prison Ministry and Corrections, which continues the work of the bishops in the state

Human, Civil & Economic Rights

We hold that all people have the right to the necessities of life.  We advocate for food and income security for our low-income neighbors, especially immigrants.  We advocate for adequate health coverage for all.  We oppose unjust discrimination.  We call for affordable and available housing.  We support the rights of workers, promote the idea of both fair wages and fair, taxes, and advocate for a just and compassionate state budget.

Family Life

We defend and support the institution of marriage as the basic foundation of society. We advocate for tax, workplace, divorce and welfare policies that enhance family unity. We acknowledge the fundamental rights of parents, and advocate for children's well-being.

Education

We believe that parents are the primary educators of their children. We advocate for their right to be involved in their children's school and its curriculum. We seek improved quality in all state schools just treatment for all private schools. We call for the equitable access to government programs for all qualifying children.