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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 1d

Guided by our faith and commitment to the common good, 2,600 of our Sister and Associate Advocates have signed NETWORK’s letter urging lawmakers to safeguard the Affordable Care Act.

Learn more: networklobby.org/news/102225-...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 2d

NETWORK is joining the "One Church, One Family" public witness across the country to support communities impacted by raids, violence, and separation of families. At the event in front of ICE headquarters in DC today, we proclaimed the dignity of immigrants and prayed together.

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 2d

The NETWORK community says Happy Birthday today to our former Executive Director, the driving force behind Nuns on the Bus, and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Sister Simone Campbell. With love, gratitude, and warmest wishes for a great day! networklobby.org/about/srsimo...

Sister Simone Campbell Biography - NETWORK Lobby

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 3d

What is permitting reform? It will help determine whether future generations inherit clean air and thriving ecosystems or a planet scarred by short-sighted extraction and political expediency.

Permitting Reform Done Right - NETWORK Lobby

NETWORK will urge Congress to choose a vision of permitting rooted in justice, consultation, and care for creation.

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 4d

We were inspired to see so many people of faith among the 7 million who gathered in cities this weekend to advocate for what we know is right: affordable health care, food for those who need it, voting rights, diversity, and care for all families, immigrants, and our common home.

Sisters of the Humility of Mary participate in the Oct. 18 No Kings rally in Youngstown, OH.

Sisters of Mercy Terri Bednarz and Pat Flynn join NETWORK Executive Director Laurie Carafone at the Oct. 18 No Kings rally in Washington DC.

NETWORK Fellow Ralph McCloud and Fr. Anthony Bozeman, SSJ participate in the Oct. 18 No Kings rally in Washington DC.

US Rep. Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) and NETWORK staffer Elissa Hackerson participate in the Oct. 18 No Kings rally in Washington DC.

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 7d

Get to know our new Executive Director, Laurie Carafone, in Part 2 of the @uua.org interview with her. She shares her thoughts on women's leadership in faith spaces, as well as interfaith cooperation. Check it out!

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 7d

Tomorrow, we take action. ☀
Across the country, people of faith and goodwill are mobilizing to say: America has no kings.
We believe in shared power, human dignity, and democracy that works for all of us, not the privileged few.
Join your local No Kings event tomorrow, October 18:
www.nokings.org

No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 8d

Get to know NETWORK's new Executive Director, Laurie Carafone. In this first of a two-part interview, she shares her background and vision with the @uua.org:
www.uua.org/pressroom/in...

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Coalition on Human Needs @voice4humanneed.bsky.social · 15d

CHN is proud to be at the Interfaith Rally with Faith Leaders and Members of Congress this morning. We urge for the renewal of #ACA tax credits for 24 million Americans and an end to the shutdown through bipartisan action. CHN board member Laura Peralta-Schulte of @networklobby.bsky.social is MCing!

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 15d

Happening Now: We join with others to call for an end to the shutdown and to protect healthcare for millions.
We lift our voices and prayers for swift bipartisan action.

Watch: youtube.com/live/sYP26BOVEIo

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Interfaith Leaders and Congressional Democrats Rally and Prayer Vigil

YouTube video by Rep. Jeffries

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 16d

“Our Lady of Guadalupe reminds us that even in fear, our community still shines brightly.” ☀️

In a moving #HispanicHeritageMonth reflection, Y.A.L.L. Fellow Leslie Gracia shares how faith and community endure—even under threat.

🔗 networklobby.org/blog/hispani...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 21d

Be in the room where it happens.

Coston Fellows lead congressional visits & advocacy rooted in Catholic Social Teaching.

Apps close TODAY.
🔗 www.networkadvocates.org/yall/sister-...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 22d

Latinos contribute $4T to the U.S. economy, yet face wage gaps, deportations & systemic injustice.

For #HispanicHeritageMonth, Y.A.L.L. Fellow Jonathan Alcantara calls us to carry cultura, faith & resilience into justice work.

🔗 networklobby.org/blog/hispani...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 23d

Health care is a human right. Instead of protecting affordable health care, Congressional Republicans shut down the government. Families now face skyrocketing premiums, making lifesaving care unaffordable.

Read our full statement: networklobby.org/news/10125-s...

Catholic Lobby: Congressional Republicans Choose Government Shutdown Over Helping People Afford Health Care - NETWORK Lobby

“Health care is a human right, and Members of Congress chose to shut down the federal government rather than protect affordable health care."

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 25d

We mourn with our LDS neighbors and the communities of Southport, NC, and Grand Blanc Township, MI, after this weekend’s tragic shootings.

Gun violence is an assault on human dignity. We continue to call for common-sense gun control.

Read our full statement: networklobby.org/news/92925-l...

Catholic Lobby Mourns Shootings in Michigan and North Carolina - NETWORK Lobby

The shootings at a waterfront bar in North Carolina and a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS) meetinghouse in Michigan on .are horrific assaults against human dignity

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 28d

From service to solidarity ☀️

Coston Fellows lead locally & nationally, serving communities and shaping policy.

Apps close October 3.
🔗 www.networkadvocates.org/yall/sister-...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · 29d

We mourn the tragic shooting at a Dallas ICE facility.
NETWORK condemns all gun violence & political violence, standing with Catholic Sisters’ witness of nonviolence. We continue to call for common-sense gun control.

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Catholic Lobby Decries Gun Deaths at Dallas Immigrant Detention Center - NETWORK Lobby

NETWORK mourns the tragic shooting and loss of life at an ICE facility in Dallas. Catholic Sisters have long embraced nonviolence.

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 24

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 17

Immigration enforcement is intensifying, but people of faith are showing up for dignity & family unity.

Join us Sept. 24 for Navigating Immigration: Community, Leadership, and Advocacy.
🕕 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT

🔗 Register: actionnetwork.org/events/navig...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 24

“Jesus is the ultimate model of active nonviolence.”

Catholic sisters carry forward a long tradition of faith-rooted resistance, showing that nonviolent protest is an act of hope and a path toward the beloved community.

Read the reflection here:
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Nonviolent Resistance and Catholic Faith - NETWORK Lobby

Protestors are regular people refuse the lies that pit them against their neighbors and tell them they can't make life better.

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 23

No one deserves to go hungry. 🍎

This week, Coston Fellow Jack hosted a No One Deserves to Go Hungry event at Elms College to raise awareness about SNAP benefits and food justice. ☀

We’re proud to partner with @MAZONusa in the effort to #EndHunger.

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 21

Learn from DC leaders. 🏛️

Coston Fellows get advocacy + organizing training from experts in Washington, D.C.

Apps close on Oct. 3!
🔗 www.networkadvocates.org/yall/sister-...

NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 20

On Wednesday, we delivered 5,000+ comments to the @EPA with our interfaith partners, urging them to protect the Endangerment Finding and act boldly on climate pollution.

Faith voices are clear: climate justice can’t wait. 🌎✊

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 19

Congress must act now to stop millions from losing healthcare.

Cuts to Medicaid + letting ACA tax credits lapse = massive harm to families, children & seniors. NETWORK calls on the House to undo these measures in the Continuing Resolution.

Read the full release: networklobby.org/news/91925-cr/

Catholic Lobby Encourages House to Undo Damaging Healthcare Measures in Continuing Resolution - NETWORK Lobby

As the House prepares to vote, we at NETWORK urge our representatives to change course before it’s too late and extend the premium tax credits.

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 18

Last week at the @gucstpubliclife.bsky.social public dialogue, Catholic leaders—including NETWORK staff & panel speakers like Sr. Norma Pimentel MJ—reflected on deportations as assaults on human dignity.

📺 Watch: catholicsocialthought.georgetown.edu/events/depor...

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NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice @networklobby.bsky.social · Sep 17

Immigration enforcement is intensifying, but people of faith are showing up for dignity & family unity.

Join us Sept. 24 for Navigating Immigration: Community, Leadership, and Advocacy.
🕕 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT

🔗 Register: actionnetwork.org/events/navig...

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