An Open Letter from Religious Leaders in the United States to All Americans
Press Release: WELS President Joins 24 Religious Leaders in Signing Letter Supporting Religious Freedom MILWAUKEE — June 22, 2012 —Rev. Mark G. Schroeder, president of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), signed an open letter from religious leaders in the United States to all Americans protesting the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ requirement that all health care plans cover contraceptives, as well as abortive drugs and medical procedures. “While the signers of this letter represent many differing religious beliefs, we do have one thing in common: the recognition that the freedom to practice our religion is one of the most precious blessings enjoyed by all Americans. Those whose ancestors came to this country seeking religious freedom can’t remain silent when that freedom is threatened,” Schroeder says. The letter entitled “Free Exercise of Religion: Putting Beliefs into Practice” was written by The Luther...