Bedford Observes National Day of Prayer

By Barb Sherman “… if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land. – 2 Chronicles 7:14 May 6 was the National Day of Prayer– a […]

Election 2021 – Are You Ready to Help Virginia?

Every year is an election year for the Commonwealth of Virginia. This year, the Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, and entire House of Delegates will all be on the ballot along with some local races. The candidates for each party will be selected either by a primary or an unassembled convention. The Democratic primary is […]

Calls Needed to the Governor and Legislative Wrap Up

The very fast-paced state legislative session convened on January 13 and was adjourned on February 11.  Immediately following the adjournment, Gov. Ralph Northam (Democrat) called a Special Session,  supposedly to deal with the budget and COVID-19 response. Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Virginia’s volunteer legislative team (Cathy Tankersley, Carole Denner, Teresa Pregnall, Jan Robey) […]

Update on Lisa and Isabella

It has been a few years since we have reported on Lisa Miller’s story. Lisa went into hiding with her daughter Isabella in September of 2009. As some of you may recall their story, Lisa, Isabella’s birth mother, had been in a lesbian relationship, became a Christian, and then left the lifestyle. Lisa’s former partner […]

Update! Speak Up for Students Like Abby

Good news! Because of the many comments submitted regarding the Model Policy for Treatment of Transgender Students, the Virginia Department of Education has delayed the policy’s February 4 enactment. Thank you to all who responded to our alerts. Update on Abby*:  In the story below, we told you about Abby, a 4th-grade student in a […]

Virginia: Calls Needed: Elections, Abortion & Conscience Protections

The Virginia General Assembly’s legislative session is moving rapidly. Concerned Women for America of Virginia is working on key issues that impact you. Calls/emails are needed early this week (February 8) on the following pieces of legislation: Elections The Virginia General Assembly has put forth some bad election legislation that opens the door to corruption. […]

What is Crossover Day?

“Crossover Day” in the Virginia General Assembly is the legislative day of the session, where bills must pass out of their respective chambers to be considered by the other chamber. For example, bills passed by the House are considered by the Senate, and vice versa. After Crossover Day, no new bills may be introduced, passed, […]

Calls Needed on an Important Abortion Bill

Last week, I informed you letting know that you can make a difference in Virginia by praying and taking action on important bills being considered during the 2021 legislative session of the Virginia General Assembly. SB1276, Essential Health Benifites; Abortion Coverage, is one such bill. SB 1276 passed out of the Commerce and Labor Committee […]

Comments Needed on Virginia Model Policies for Transgender Students

At the direction of the Virginia General Assembly, the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) was instructed to develop model policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools. As you read through a small sampling of the proposed policies listed below my signature line, keep in mind that there are no […]

You CAN Make a Difference in the 2021 Virginia General Assembly!

The 2021 Virginia General Assembly convenes Wednesday, January 13, 2021, and will continue through the end of February. The General Assembly, meeting mostly virtually, will be addressing legislation of great importance to you and your family, and you can count on Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Virginia to represent your interests during the session. […]