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“In the Catholic Tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation. As Catholics, we should be guided more by our moral convictions than by our attachment to a political party or interest group.” – Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship

In light of upcoming elections, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and Wisconsin Catholic Conference have put together several resources to help Catholics reflect on their duties as faithful citizens.

Wisconsin Voting Dates:

• November 6, 2012: General Election
  Polls open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Resources for Faithful Citizenship

The following resources are available for use in a wide variety of settings, including universities and schools, associations, parishes, RCIA programs, and families.

• Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: A Call to Political Responsibility. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops provide a framework for Catholics in the United States. English, Español
• Wisconsin Catholic Conference: A Letter from the Wisconsin Bishops. English, Español
• Bulletin Insert: Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: Wisconsin Catholic Conference. English, Español
• Bulletin Inserts: Wisconsin Catholic Conference, 4-part series. Click here for English, Español
• USCCB: Videos for Faithful Citizenship: Available in English, some Español
• USCCB: Audio Messages for Faithful Citizenship: Available in English

Select News Articles/Blogs

• 11/5/12: Vote for Culture of Life: Archbishop Listecki
• 11/2/12: What is at Stake in the 2012 Presidential Election: Bishop Hying
• 9/20/12: La civilidad, el bien común debe tomar precedencia durante este tiempo de elecciones (Español)
• 9/20/12: Civility, Common Good Should Take Precedence this Election Season (English)
• 7/31/2012: Voting: A Matter of Conscience
• 6/5/2012: Voting and You: Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki
• 5/25/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Keeping Love in the Debate
• 5/17/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Temptations and Voting
• 5/11/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Immigration Reform and a Reasonable Church
• 5/3/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Untangling the International Knot
• 4/27/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Poverty and Helping People to Flourish
• 4/20/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Strengthening and Defending Marriage is a Matter of Justice
• 4/12/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Religious Freedom and Ugly Assumptions
• 4/3/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Conscience Formation by the Numbers
• 3/29/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Human Life and Dignity
• 3/21/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: The Question of Conscience
• 3/15/2012: Catholics Care. Catholics Vote: Political Engagement is Every Catholic's Duty
• 3/8/2012: Catholics Care. Catholic Vote: an Introduction

Additional Resources: USCCB

Church Teaching: In this section of the USCCB website, you'll find links to bishops' statements and other resources that can help you explore Church teaching on Catholic participation in political life. Please click here.

All Catholics: In this section, you'll find links to Church teaching on participation in public life, activities for families seeking to cultivate an atmosphere of civic responsibility, prayers and reflections, and much more. Please click here.

Diocesan and Community Leaders: In this section, you'll find information to help diocesan and other leaders to share the message with their audiences about the call to participate in public life. Guidelines are also included on how to conduct political candidate forums and encourage civil dialogue. Please click here.

Parishes and Schools: In this section, you'll find planning ideas for parishes and schools, suggestions for prayer and worship, and ideas for religious educators and youth ministers. Please click here.

Campuses and Young Adults: In this section, you'll find activities and resources for college students and young adults to learn and reflect on Church teaching about Catholic participation in public life. Please click here.

Youth: How can you, as a young Catholic, bring your faith to the public square? Here are some resources to help you fulfill your important role in promoting life and dignity. Please click here.

Media: This section will include press releases and other information for media about Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship. Please click here.

Recursos Adicionales: USCCB en español

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