The Missouri Catholic Conference is the public policy agency of the Catholic Church in Missouri. The conference promotes the common good by advocating for public policy that upholds the sanctity and dignity of all human life.
David Bereit's Keynote Address at the 2019 Annual Assembly
"A good Catholic meddles in politics, offering the best of himself - so that those who govern can govern. " - Pope Francis, 2013
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Governor Parson Grants Additional Pardons
Governor Parson recently issued 17 pardons and approved one commutation pursuant to Article IV, section 7 of the Constitution of the State of Missouri....Read more
Missouri Increases Vaccination Numbers
As of April 8, Missouri reported 1.8 million of its residents have received a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, or 29% of the...Read more
Senate Approves Foster Care and Adoption Bills
On Thursday, the Senate third read and passed two bills that would provide tax relief for families who adopt or provide foster care services....Read more
Bill to Prohibit Public Funding of Unethical Research Heard in the House
The House Children and Families Committee heard testimony Wednesday on HB 852 , sponsored by Representative Sara Walsh (R-Ashland) ....Read more
Midwest March for Life 2021 is Next Week!
Like many other events, the Midwest March for Life will look a little different this year, but its purpose is still very much the...Read more
Vatican Observatory Launches New Website
The Catholic Church has a long history of supporting science, and being directly involved in advancing scientific research. The Vatican Observatory, in particular, is...Read more