To Our Supporters in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia

The staff of the National Coalition for the Protection of Children & Families continues to pray for those affected by the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. We pray you and those you love are in a safe place and the Lord is providing all of your needs.

During this extremely difficult and frightening time, we want you to know we are lifting you up as you work to rebuild your community and support those who have experienced loss.

Although you may feel unsettled as a result of this natural disaster, we hope you take comfort in knowing people across the world are praying for you. The extraordinary relief effort of millions of Americans is a clear indication of the generous, caring people of this nation.

Please do not hesitate to call our office if you would like us to pray for a specific need. We would certainly count it a privilege.

Schwarzenegger to Veto Same-Sex Marriage Bill

California has become the first state to approve a same-sex marriage bill in its legislature; however, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger said he will veto the bill in accordance with the majority of California citizens who voted in 2000 to restrict marriage to one man and one woman. Read the National Coalition's booklet Thinking Critically, Acting Compassionately by S. Michael Craven, vice president of Religious & Cultural Affairs, for a Christian response to homosexuality. The booklet stresses that Christians are called not only to speak out against the homosexual agenda with truth but also to be the instruments of Christ's love to those involved in the homosexual lifestyle.

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Massachusetts Legislators to Oppose Ban on Same-Sex Marriage

A push for a same-sex marriage ban will most likely falter in Massachusetts. The amendment needs the support of at least 101 of the state's 200 lawmakers; however, a recent survey indicates 104 lawmakers plan to vote against the proposed legislation that would limit marriage to one man and one woman. Last year, the Supreme Judicial Court ruled same-sex marriage was legal and months later this amendment passed 105 - 92. It must pass a second vote to appear on the 2006 ballot.

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New Study Finds Stability in Two-Parent Families

A recent study in The Future of Children revealed kids from two-parent families are better off emotionally, socially and economically. However, single-parent families have increased over the years while two-parent homes continue to decline. The study, published jointly by the Brookings Institution and Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School, also states a single-parent household does not solely determine a kid's childhood experience, as many other factors contribute to household environments.

For a reasonable defense of marriage, read the National Coalition's booklet Why Is Marriage Important? by S. Michael Craven, vice president of Religious & Cultural Affairs at the National Coalition.

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Cultural Apologetics Weekly

As a companion to our Cultural Apologetics courses, conferences and books, we also offer a free weekly e-mail broadcast that addresses a variety of relevant cultural issues. Each is designed to provide in-depth understanding from a factual perspective that will enable you to then articulate an intelligent response from the Christian worldview.

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