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X-WR-CALDESC:Help us shape culture and law on this day of advocacy for life
 \, faith\, and the common good. Join us for the 12th Annual Catholics at t
 he Capitol on Wednesday\, March 4\, 2026\, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church i
 n downtown Lincoln. This is your chance to bear the light of Christ in the
  public square with like-minded believers\, learning how to advocate effec
 tively for policies that protect life\, uphold family values\, and promote
  policies for the good of all people.\n\nWith neighbors from your district
 \, Archbishop McGovern (Archdiocese of Omaha) and Bishop Hanefeldt (Dioces
 e of Grand Island)\, State Auditor Mike Foley\, State Senators\, statewide
  elected officials\, and the NCC staff\, you'll learn about the pressing i
 ssues before the legislature. You'll be equipped with the knowledge and to
 ols to enact change on these issues\, on March 4th and beyond.\n\nWhat to 
 Expect:\n8:00 - 8:20 AM: Check-in\, Networking\, Coffee & Donuts\n8:30 - 8
 :50 AM: Opening Prayer and Remarks from State Auditor Mike Foley\n8:50 - 9
 :30 AM: 'Ethics in Tech & Social Media' with Bishop Hanefeldt\, Attorney G
 eneral Mike Hilgers\, and State Senators\n9:40 - 10:20 AM: 'Freedom In Edu
 cation' with Governor Jim Pillen\, Tom Venzor\, and School Choice Advocate
 s\n10:20 - 10:45 AM: Break and District Table Discussions\n10:45 - 11:45 A
 M: 'Protecting Unborn Life & Human Dignity' with State Senators and Marion
  Miner\n11:45 - 12:45 PM: Lunch and Prep for Capitol Visit\n1:00 - 1:30 PM
 : Senator Meetings (State Capitol\, Senator Offices)\n1:30 - 2:00 PM: Watc
 h Legislative Debate (State Capitol\, Balcony)\n2:00 - 2:45 PM: Closing Ma
 ss & Closing Remarks (St. Mary Sanctuary)\n\nTickets are $15\, including b
 reakfast\, lunch\, and refreshments.\n\nAttire: Wear RED to show our Catho
 lic unity! Be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes and warm layers for 
 the short walk from St. Mary’s Church to the Capitol.\n\nParking: Nearby p
 arking garages include Cornhusker Square Garage (1220 L St.) and Carriage 
 Park Garage (1128 L St.)\, with rates of $1.25 per hour.\n\nAs Catholics\,
  we are called to engage in politics as faithful citizens. We work to prom
 ote the dignity of every human person\, from conception to natural death\,
  without compromising the truths of our faith. During this event\, we may 
 engage with officials and stakeholders who don't share these same convicti
 ons as we work to bring about the good of all people. Let the example of t
 he Saints embolden us to step forward in courage\, charity\, and unwaverin
 g conviction.\n\nSeats are limited. Register by Friday\, February 27.\n\nF
 or questions\, contact us at 402.477.7517\, or email Megan at mkruse@necat
 holic.org.
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DESCRIPTION:Help us shape culture and law on this day of advocacy for life\
 , faith\, and the common good. Join us for the 12th Annual Catholics at th
 e Capitol on Wednesday\, March 4\, 2026\, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in
  downtown Lincoln. This is your chance to bear the light of Christ in the 
 public square with like-minded believers\, learning how to advocate effect
 ively for policies that protect life\, uphold family values\, and promote 
 policies for the good of all people.\n\nWith neighbors from your district\
 , Archbishop McGovern (Archdiocese of Omaha) and Bishop Hanefeldt (Diocese
  of Grand Island)\, State Auditor Mike Foley\, State Senators\, statewide 
 elected officials\, and the NCC staff\, you'll learn about the pressing is
 sues before the legislature. You'll be equipped with the knowledge and too
 ls to enact change on these issues\, on March 4th and beyond.\n\nWhat to E
 xpect:\n8:00 - 8:20 AM: Check-in\, Networking\, Coffee & Donuts\n8:30 - 8:
 50 AM: Opening Prayer and Remarks from State Auditor Mike Foley\n8:50 - 9:
 30 AM: 'Ethics in Tech & Social Media' with Bishop Hanefeldt\, Attorney Ge
 neral Mike Hilgers\, and State Senators\n9:40 - 10:20 AM: 'Freedom In Educ
 ation' with Governor Jim Pillen\, Tom Venzor\, and School Choice Advocates
 \n10:20 - 10:45 AM: Break and District Table Discussions\n10:45 - 11:45 AM
 : 'Protecting Unborn Life & Human Dignity' with State Senators and Marion 
 Miner\n11:45 - 12:45 PM: Lunch and Prep for Capitol Visit\n1:00 - 1:30 PM:
  Senator Meetings (State Capitol\, Senator Offices)\n1:30 - 2:00 PM: Watch
  Legislative Debate (State Capitol\, Balcony)\n2:00 - 2:45 PM: Closing Mas
 s & Closing Remarks (St. Mary Sanctuary)\n\nTickets are $15\, including br
 eakfast\, lunch\, and refreshments.\n\nAttire: Wear RED to show our Cathol
 ic unity! Be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes and warm layers for t
 he short walk from St. Mary’s Church to the Capitol.\n\nParking: Nearby pa
 rking garages include Cornhusker Square Garage (1220 L St.) and Carriage P
 ark Garage (1128 L St.)\, with rates of $1.25 per hour.\n\nAs Catholics\, 
 we are called to engage in politics as faithful citizens. We work to promo
 te the dignity of every human person\, from conception to natural death\, 
 without compromising the truths of our faith. During this event\, we may e
 ngage with officials and stakeholders who don't share these same convictio
 ns as we work to bring about the good of all people. Let the example of th
 e Saints embolden us to step forward in courage\, charity\, and unwavering
  conviction.\n\nSeats are limited. Register by Friday\, February 27.\n\nFo
 r questions\, contact us at 402.477.7517\, or email Megan at mkruse@necath
 olic.org.
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LOCATION:St. Mary's Catholic Church (Lower Level) - Lincoln\, 1420 K Street
 \, Lincoln\, NE 68508 US
SUMMARY:Catholics at the Capitol
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