“Justice encompasses the dignity of the individual, his or her relationships with others, and the communal dimension of coexistence.”
Pope Leo XIV
To recognize the human dignity of both crime victim and offender, restorative justice fosters fairness and rehabilitation, improves public safety, and encourages accountability and healing. To promote restorative justice for those affected by crime, MCC supports:
Lansing Update / Posted August 14, 2026
The state recently agreed to not enforce a law that MCC had opposed due to constitutional concerns related to faith-based counseling. Also, two MCC-backed bills recently became law, a less-than-frequent occurrence in this era of divided government.
Lansing Update / Posted July 10, 2026
The new budget awaiting the Governor's signature continues important funding for nonpublic schools, in addition to increased and new streams of support. MCC advocacy also helped ensure budget funding for Catholic agencies and protections against promoting assisted suicide.
Lansing Update / Posted June 26, 2026
Recent MCC advocacy has included support for policies to protect vulnerable adults, cut red tape for Catholic schools, promote affordable housing, and more.
Lansing Update / Posted December 12, 2025
MCC’s advocacy this week included support for increased transparency around abortion, tougher penalties for human trafficking, support for school safety policies, and more.
Lansing Update / Posted November 7, 2025
The second-ever statewide Michigan March for Life in Lansing this week drew scores of Catholic high school students, priests, religious, and more to peacefully and joyfully witness to human life.