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We are seeking passionate, dedicated parents (and grandparents and other concerned adults) to advocate for and expand school choice in Iowa. Will you join us? iowaace.org/committees/par…

My mom fought for my education; now choice helps more Iowans | Opinion desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/… via @DMRegister

“I am disheartened that the President chose to write such disparaging words about the Holy Father. Pope Leo is not his rival; nor is the Pope a politician. He is the Vicar of Christ who speaks from the truth of the Gospel and for the care of souls.” - Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, President, USCCB @ArchbishopOKC

ESA students in Iowa's Catholic schools eligible for a free or reduced-price lunch swelled by 10% to 5,702 this year. There are 1,731 ELL students, nearly a 10% increase, and the number of students with IEPs and 504 plans increased by 5% to 1,817.

Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace in the Middle East and recalls that attacks against civilian infrastructure are against international law. vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2…

Most Rev. Paul S. Coakley, Archbishop of Oklahoma City and President of the USCCB, joins his voice to Pope Leo XIV's call for dialogue and peace amid reports of increased threats of military action in Iran, including targeting of civilian infrastructure. "Let us entrust to the Lord all hearts that suffer and await the true peace that only He can give. Let us entrust ourselves to Him and open our hearts to Him! He is the only one who makes all things new." Pope Leo has invited everyone to join him in a prayer vigil for peace on Saturday, April 11. Archbishop Coakley makes a special plea to all people yearning for peace to join the Holy Father's Vigil for Peace this Easter Season. Read @ArchbishopOKC's full statement at: ow.ly/b2IN50YFbUQ

Today, Bishop Daniel Thomas, chairman of USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities, wrote a letter to Congress in support of the “Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion Act,” which was recently introduced by Senator Josh Hawley and Representative Diana Harshbarger: usccb.org/news/2026/bish…

Check out our updated action alerts at votervoice.net/ICC/home

Responding to the Senate's rejection of an attempt to reinsert abortion in veterans' health benefits, Bishop Daniel Thomas, chairman of USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities, responded with the following comment:

Thank you governor!

What do HF 2713 & SF 2425 mean for Iowa families? We break it down—how these bills strengthen school choice, support parents, and expand opportunities for students across our state. 📖 Read the full blog to learn why this matters and how you can help. 👉 iowaace.org/hf-2713-sf-242…

“ESAs and school choice have undoubtedly opened the doors for more families to choose an education which best serves their unique needs.” Chris McCarville, president of Xavier Catholic Schools. Read his op/ed below: thegazette.com/opinion/guest-…

Catholics are called to reject antisemitism and the lies and conspiracies that fuel it, and to stand clearly against hatred and violence directed toward our Jewish brothers and sisters. To defend religious freedom with integrity, we must also reject antisemitism. @ArchbishpSample @archdpdx Watch the full video at: ow.ly/sYF550Yw6cA

Think school choice means no accountability? Iowa's ESA program has independent administration, verified spending, fraud penalties, and annual audits. Here's the full picture. 👇 #SchoolChoice iowaace.org/accountability…

Thank you for your generous support of The Catholic Relief Services Collection. Because of your gift—refugees find safety, families recover from disasters, immigrants receive legal protection, communities vulnerable to trafficking receive training and support, and the Church continues to work for justice and peace. If you missed the collection but wish to contribute, it’s not too late! Visit ow.ly/MslZ50YpTPK, or give through #iGiveCatholic at ow.ly/Xf0m50YpTPJ #RevealChristsLove #1church1mission

Trish's award was well-deserved and we are honored by our 20-year partnership with Iowa ACE.

I am following with deep concern what is happening in the Middle East and in Iran during this tumultuous time. Stability and peace are not achieved through mutual threats, nor through the use of weapons, which sow destruction, suffering, and death, but only through reasonable, sincere, and responsible dialogue.

Thank you for another successful Education Celebration! #SchoolChoice #ialegis

We will miss you Patty! Thanks for your service.

I’m not a Catholic but I’m a follower of Jesus Christ Everybody should read in the WSJ The Archbishop’s New York Welcome It’s a perfect message all ppl of faith should welcome as the new archbishop settles in