Catholic Charities is committed to an orderly transition
THE BOARD'S vote to exit its adoption program is an extremely sad decision for Catholic Charities and each of its board members. While this decision has been difficult, our intent and commitment are to carry forward the broad mission of Catholic Charities, which serves more than 200,000 children, teens, families, and elders throughout the diocese.
To be clear, the board's action is not a protest against the church and its teachings, nor is it a protest against the state and its nondiscrimination laws and regulations. Throughout the process of discussion, the board maintained an unwavering commitment to the agency's nondiscrimination pledge, as well as an unwavering commitment to the welfare and safety of the children entrusted to the agency.
During the exit process, the agency is committed to ensure an orderly, planned transition, so that the children we have been entrusted with will be cared for, supported, and will find permanent homes. The board is also committed to ensure the future health of Catholic Charities and the success of all of its programs to serve those in need. Our goal, as always, is to help serve the common good of our society.
JEFFREY J. KANEB
Chairman, board of trustees
Catholic Charities
Archdiocese of Boston 