Mass. Bishops back petition to suspend late-term abortion law
The Pilot Wes Cipolla Pilot Staff BRAINTREE — Massachusetts’ four Catholic bishops are urging the faithful to oppose a newly signed law expanding late-term abortion access, calling it a “tragedy” that puts pregnant women and unborn children at risk and asking Catholics to support an effort to suspend it. See rest of article here.
Massachusetts Bishops Issue Letter on Abortion Law
The Catholic Free Press Massachusetts bishops issue letter on abortion law September 24, 2026 A Message from Archbishop Richard G. Henning of Boston, Bishop Robert J. McManus of Worcester, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha of Fall River, and Bishop William D. Byrne of Springfield, for the Clergy, Religious, and Lay Faithful of Massachusetts.In June during […]
Ballot measure seeks to halt late-term abortion law
The Pilot Ballot measure seeks to halt late-term abortion law Wes Cipolla Pilot Staff Local Friday 18th of September 2026 BRAINTREE — The calls started pouring into Myrna Maloney Flynn’s office after Aug. 10. That day, Gov. Maura Healey signed legislation, titled “An Act Prioritizing Patient Access to Care,” which drastically expanded late-term abortion in […]
What is the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program?
Many people are unaware that last July 2025, Congress passed a new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program that will begin this January. The optional program is available for states where governors select to opt in. If Massachusetts participates, children in grades K-12 across the Commonwealth (public and private school students) will benefit from a variety […]
Statement of the Catholic Bishops on the Passing of Jim Driscoll
Today we mourn the passing of James F. Driscoll, recently retired Executive Director of the Massachusetts Catholic Conference. Appointed in 2011, Jim led the public policy ministry for the four Catholic dioceses of Massachusetts effectively for fifteen years before retiring earlier this year due to health considerations. He served with great dedication and was committed […]
Bishop Bryne Op-Ed on the Abortion Bill – Springfield Republican
Abortion is a very serious topic. I think we can all agree on that. In my 30-plus years of ministry I have worked with many women and men who experienced an abortion, either personally, as a family member or as a close friend. My experience is that it is difficult, and often brings pain, sometimes […]
American College of Pediatricians Condemn Massachusetts Law Expanding Abortion Until Birth
For Immediate Release:August 11, 2026 For More Information Contact:connect@acpeds.org Pediatricians Condemn Massachusetts Law Expanding Abortion Until Birth New law abandons protections for viable preborn children Atlanta, GA — Yesterday, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed into law the “Prioritizing Patient Access to Care Act,” removing previous statutory restrictions on abortions after 24 weeks and allowing abortions later […]
Archbishop Richard G. Henning: A message to families impacted by TPS termination
Back in June, we received the news that Temporary Protected Status would end for hundreds of thousands of Haitian refugees and Syrians in the United States. At the time, I spoke to you and urged all people of good will to advocate for a more secure future for the individuals and the families affected. Now […]
Bishops’ Issue Statement Against Late-Term Abortion Bill
BRAINTREE — The Catholic bishops of Massachusetts have released a statement opposing a proposed law that would loosen restrictions on late-term abortions. The bill, which passed the House of Representatives on July 22, would allow doctors to perform abortions after 24 weeks of pregnancy if they deem it medically necessary. In Massachusetts, which has some […]
A conversation with Bishop McManus ahead of his 75th birthday
As part of the series Conversation with Bishop McManus, a show produced by the diocese’s Communication Ministry, Raymond L. Delisle, director, sat down with the bishop ahead of his 75th birthday on July 5.When any bishop turns 75-years-old, canon law requires him to offer his resignation to the pope – though, the timeline for when […]