While the 2018 State Legislative Session has ended, campaign season is in full swing, and some candidates continue to push for late-term abortion expansion in New York State. The language put forth by the advocates and included in the so-called "Reproductive Health Act," would eliminate New York's current restrictions on late-term abortion, empower non-doctors to perform abortions, remove protections against unwanted or coerced abortions, and even legalize infanticide of live born infants. Urge your lawmakers to stand strong against late-term abortion expansion in any form!

Proponents of doctor-assisted suicide are pushing their agenda in states across the country, and New York is in their sights. They seek to make it legal for patients to receive a lethal dose of drugs that they can take home and use to kill themselves. These policies are dangerous for patients, caregivers, and vulnerable popultations such as the elderly and those who are disabled. Suicide is not medical care. Please tell your Senate and Assembly representatives that you oppose this dangerous and deadly practice. 

Public Policy - An advocacy ministry that works on the policy issues identified by the NYS Bishops Conference, which are found by logging onto NYSCatholic.org.  The social justice ministry also works to encourage parishioners to become active and vocal in support of legislation that serves the vulnerable and uncounted in our society. If you have questions or would like to get involved, please contact Marie Copeland at 518-439-4050, or email mariecopeland62@gmail.com

Catholic Action Network ~ the Public Policy Ministry suggests that you make your voice heard by joining the Catholic Action Network at www.nyscatholic.org .The Catholic Conference says that the legislative activity will focus on the Bishops' agenda which includes important matters such as:

• affordable housing
• education funding
• issues dealing with immigrants and refugees such as support for migrant farm workers and higher education funds for children of undocumented immigrants (The DREAM Act).

The Bishops will oppose efforts to legalize physician assisted suicide and expanded abortion rights.

Be prepared to "Take Action" on these important issues. If you have questions or need assistance in signing up for the Catholic Action Network, please contact Debbie Agney at debbie.agney@gmail.com or call 518-756-6049.

Formerly referred to as the Pax Christi group, members participate in a prayer for peace the first Saturday each month at the Peace Pole in the grassy area near the Church.   Everyone is welcome to join this prayer group.  If you have questions or would like to get more involved, please contact the Parish Office at 518-439-4951.

The Diocesan Commission on Peace and Justice has a blog to inform people about local events and Catholic teachings on social justice.  The blog is online at www.peace--justice.blogspot.com/.