May 4, 2026

Marching to Build a Culture of Life

Speakers included Bishop James Schuerman from the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Laura Karlen, Sara Patterson, Alison Schlei, Dr. Beth Anderson, Dr. Michael Kloess, Dr. Tara Sander Lee, and Lucas Vebber.

In his remarks, Bishop Schuerman emphasized that the love of God is the foundation of human dignity:

We are called to create a culture that witnesses to human dignity, and we witness most effectively when we live a life of charity. God’s love for us is the true source of our dignity, our identity, and our worth. God’s love will never change, and nothing can reduce our dignity nor diminish our worth. We are called to build a culture of life. A culture of life is one that proclaims God’s love and plan for each person.

So, how can you help build and support a culture of life in Wisconsin? Consider praying for families facing challenging circumstances, donating your time or money to your local pregnancy resource center which helps families in need (find a center near you at 123givelife.com), joining your local Walking with Moms in Need group, and supporting public policies that help children and families thrive.

And please save the date for next year’s March for Life Wisconsin: Saturday, April 24, 2027 from 2-4pm! Stay updated by following the MFLWI’s official Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts or visit marchforlifewisconsin.org.

USCCB Urges U.S. House of Representatives to Support Anti-Trafficking Legislation

Human trafficking continues to be a serious and pressing problem throughout the United States and around the world. Pope Leo XIV has described it as “a grave crime against humanity.” According to the United Nations’ International Labour Organization, an estimated 27.6 million people are trafficked worldwide.

H.R. 1144 is a bipartisan bill and includes the following:

• Reauthorize and strengthen existing anti-trafficking programs across numerous federal agencies;
• Establish a new Human Trafficking Survivors Employment and Education Program to help prevent the re-exploitation of trafficking survivors; and
• Require counter-trafficking strategies, activities, and efforts to be further incorporated into U.S. international assistance.

In April 2025, the chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Migration joined with national partners in calling on the House to pass H.R. 1144. The bill now has the potential to reach the House floor in the coming weeks.

Please join the U.S. bishops in calling for the House to pass H.R. 1144. If you haven’t already, please contact your U.S. Representative at the link below.

More Updates from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

• Archbishop Coakley Condemns Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner
• Ordination Class of 2026 Survey Results Released in Conjunction with World Day of Prayer for Vocations
• Chairmen Urge Congress to Oppose Insurance Coverage Mandate for Assisted Reproductive Technologies
• Chairmen and Catholic Organizations Ask Congress to Prioritize Programs in Agriculture Appropriations
• Chairmen and CRS Urge Congress to Fund International Lifesaving and Life-Affirming Humanitarian and Development Assistance

For more of the USCCB’s current federal action alerts, click here.