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Statement of the National Federation of Priests' Councils Board of Directors on the Arizona Anti-Illegal Immigration Law
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 The National Federation of Priests' Councils deplores the recently signed legislation in the state of Arizona that would require police to question people about their immigration status including asking for identification if they suspect someone is in the country illegally. We are concerned that this type of activity would easily lead to racial profiling of legal immigrants and US citizens if someone merely looks Latino or in any other way foreign. In addition to racial profiling, the law would lead to community distrust and fear among immigrants. The Arizona law will also likely face steep constitutional challenges.
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While the NFPC condemns the Arizona law, we realize that the nation's immigration system is in need of comprehensive reform. As Cardinal Roger Mahony, archbishop of Los Angeles recently stated, "Our legal immigration system, basically ignored by Congress for nearly 50 years, is outmoded and inadequate.... The family-based immigration system which has helped immigrant families remain together and thrive for decades, is unworkable and now keeps families, apart." [March 19, 2010]
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The NFPC fully supports the US bishops' Catholic Campaign for Immigration Reform, Justice for Immigrants program. Since the Arizona law was signed the US Senate has developed a framework on immigration reform, which attempts to lay a roadmap for launching negotiations toward a bipartisan immigration reform bill. The framework has flaws, but it is a beginning. The final immigration bill must include provisions that respect Catholic core values of human life, dignity and family unity.
Approved by the NFPC Board of Directors on May 13, 2010
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The Next Generation of Pastoral Leaders: What the Church Needs to Know
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 The fifth and final volume from the first phase of the Emerging Models of Pastoral Leadership is now complete. The Next Generation of Pastoral Leaders: What the Church Needs to Know, by Dean R. Hoge and Marti R. Jewell is based on a report survey conducted by the late Dr. Hoge that provides a unique glimpse into the thinking and attitudes of young Catholic adults. In his Preface to the book, Most Rev. John Estabrook, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese for the Military Services states, in part, "Young adults are looking for their place in the Church. They desire to know more about Catholicism ... Currently young adults find it difficult to find pathways to full time ministry. They are seeking mentors and having trouble finding them. They possess gifts that will serve the needs of others, but the community of faith is doing little to help them recognize, explore and foster those gifts." The volume contains six chapters filled with tables and data. Commentaries are by Dr. Edward P. Hahnenberg, Rachel Hart Winter and Paul Jarzembowski. Available in March 2010 for $11.95 from NFPC, 333 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1205, Chicago, IL 60601. Tel: toll free: (888) 271-NFPC (6372). Or (312) 442-9700. Fax: (312) 442-9700. E-mail: nfpc@nfpc.org. (Click here to order online)
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The Changing Face of Church: Emerging Models of Parish Leadership
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 The Changing Face of Church: Emerging Models of Parish Leadership by Marti Jewell and David Ramey is the fourth of five books in a series based on findings of the Emerging Models of Pastoral Leadership Project. This volume looks a data from experiences of more than 500 of today's pastoral leaders in the Catholic Church and documents best practices for the approaching massive, rapidly evolving challenge of pastoral planning. The book contains nine chapters in 4 parts: Spiritually Alive and Healthy Parishes, Visible Commitment to Building the Life of the Parish, Total Ministering Communities, and Emerging Practices. An essential book for pastors and parish leaders. Available in February for $11.95 from NFPC, 333 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1205, Chicago, IL 60601. Tel: Toll Free (888) 271-NFPC (6372) or (312) 442-9700. Fax: (312) 442-9709. E-mail: nfpc@nfpc.org. (Click here to order online)
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Available now exclusively through the National Federation of Priests' Councils
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A poster of an original icon of "Christ the High Priest"
Created by Marek Czarnecki for the
Year for Priests - June 19, 2009 – June 19, 2010
18" by 24" color poster suitable for framing $15.00, plus shipping and handling
Quantity pricing available
To order online (click here)
Or for quantity pricing, call
1-888-271-NFPC [6372]
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