New Jersey Catholic Conference calls for continued pro-life witness after governor signs law
September 09, 2026
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CWN Editor's Note: The New Jersey Catholic Conference, which represents the state’s bishops on matters of public policy, encouraged a continued prayerful, peaceful presence at abortion clinics after Gov. Mike Sherrill signed legislation expanding criminal and civil penalties against those who “intimidate” or “interfere with” abortionists and mothers seeking abortions.
“Our call to be a peaceful, prayerful presence for mothers and their children has not changed,” the New Jersey Catholic Conference said. “This new law does not stop you from praying, witnessing, or offering help outside a facility—it simply draws a clear line around a small set of specific actions. You are encouraged to be aware of that line, stay confidently on the right side of it, and continue this important ministry without fear.”
The Catholic conference’s document offers guidance on which actions are legally permissible and which actions are not.
“This new law does not stop you from praying and standing peacefully on a public sidewalk without blocking anyone,” the document concluded. “As with any new law, how it’s enforced in practice might vary and will likely become clearer over time. Take courage to continue this ministry peacefully, prudently, and confidently.”
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