A Message from Bishop Mueggenborg on Question 6
Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg and the Nevada Catholic Conference urge parishioners and community members across the Diocese of Reno to inform themselves on Question 6 (the Nevada Reproductive Rights Act) appearing on ballots this November.
Watch the video below to learn more about the concerns surrounding this proposed amendment, why the Catholic Church stands for the dignity of all human life, and how you can get involved and vote NO this fall.
If you want to learn more about the Nevada Catholic Conference, click HERE. For additional information regarding this ballot question, please click HERE.
Also read what other organizations are saying about Question #6…
Protect Our Girls Nevada: Nevada has permissive abortion laws that were unchanged by the overturn of Roe v Wade. Question 6 goes dangerously beyond what was permitted in the Roe v. Wade ruling and what a majority of Nevadans want. It would eliminate important health and safety measures that protect women, remove parental notification for any minor seeking an abortion, and allow for abortion through the third trimester of pregnancy.
Americans United for Life: The Amendment’s language is deceptive. First, the misleading phrasing of this Amendment makes it appear as though Nevada currently restricts or is attempting to restrict individuals from making decisions about contraception, fertility treatment, miscarriage treatment, or “continuing one’s own pregnancy.” This is not true, as Nevadans can freely obtain fertility and miscarriage treatments, or contraception. Current law also permits elective abortions up to 24 weeks’ gestation. In other words, even if voters reject this Amendment, Nevada residents can still obtain contraception, fertility and miscarriage treatment, continue their pregnancies, and have an abortion ... However, if the Nevada Reproductive Rights Amendment passes the fallout will be devastating, especially for the welfare of Nevada women and their preborn children. The Amendment authorizes abortion-on-demand in every month of pregnancy, threatens to eliminate protections for women’s welfare and parental involvement laws, gives abortionists free rein to operate clinics without health and safety regulations, increases the number of coerced abortions in Nevada, furthers the harmful and false narrative that abortion is necessary for women to have equality and success in America, and attempts to silence the voices of women harmed by abortion. The Amendment allows abortion activists to further turn Nevada into an abortion destination that endangers the health and safety of its residents both inside and outside the womb.
(Excerpts copied from Nevada Question 6, Right to Abortion Initiative (2026) - Ballotpedia.)
Other Education Opportunities and Resources
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Our Bible Study meets on Thursday mornings after daily Mass and is guided by Stephen Means. We explore Scripture using workbooks and materials mainly from TAN Books and Ascension Press, which participants will need to purchase. If you’re interested in joining the next session, please click HERE or contact the parish office.
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Landings is a Paulist Ministry designed to assist parishes in welcoming back inactive Catholics wanting to take another look at the church. We are a group of active Catholic volunteers from all walks of life and different Faith backgrounds that are in solidarity with the returning Catholic, as we represent that segment of the Church which has returned and continue to return through this participation. We are founded on the belief that we don’t have to be trained theologians to speak honestly about the faith; rather, we trust in the Holy Spirit for guidance.
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Our OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) program is led by director Theresa Currivan and welcomes adults who are seeking to enter the Catholic Church or complete their sacraments. Sessions include prayer, discussion, and formation in the teachings of the Church. If you are interested in beginning the journey, please click HERE or email Theresa Currivan at currivantheresa@gmail.com
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OCIC (ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR CHILDREN) FAMILY PROGRAM
for families who have children between the ages of 7-16 who have not been baptized.
for families who wish to grow in faith along with their children – at least one parent or grandparent must attend this program.
for families who want their relationship to Jesus to be an integral part of their family life.
for families whose children have expressed a curiosity or desire to become a disciple of Jesus and a member of His faith community; the Catholic Church here at Immaculate Conception.
This is a two-year process of on-going conversion – growing more in love with the one who loves us. This is an introduction to a way of life, trying to become more like our teacher Jesus. First year OCIC Families will meet on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm following the Washoe School District schedule. The Second Year OCIC for those who have completed the first year will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6-8 pm following the Washoe School District schedule.
Registration will take place by individual appointment The program will fill up quickly so don’t delay.
For more information contact Barbara Alaimo at alaimo65@sbcglobal.net or leave your name and phone number with the parish office Receptionist by clicking HERE.
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The Protecting God’s Children course is mandatory for anyone who comes in contact with children: ushers, eucharistic ministers, lectors, altar server trainers, religious education teachers, adult aides, and parents attending class with their child.
Call the parish office at 775-358-5977 for more details.
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Immaculate Connections is a Young Adult ministry that includes prayer, bible study, fellowship and community. For more information, please contact Jonathan Barajas at youngadults@icsparks.org.
Catholic Mass 101: Learn Every Part of the Mass and What It Means (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz):
Answers to your Communion and Eucharist questions answered by Father Mike Schmitz and Bishop Barron:
Education Resources/Links
Catechism of the Catholic Church or Catechism in a Year read by Father Mike Schmitz
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
FORMED – Catholic family friendly movies, studies, audio, and more.
Click here to access the Formed app parish subscription.
Franciscan at Home – Online workshops for spiritual growth and ministry formation.
Click here to access the parish subscription and complete workshops.
