Faithful Citizenship

 

• Statement of Bishop Lennon (Nov. 11, 2011)

• Conscience and Conscience Formation

• Pledge for Civil Discourse (English and Spanish)

• Issues: Life, Poverty, Immigration, Marriage/Family

• Political Responsibility Guidelines

• Voter Registration Drive and Information

• Homily Suggestions and Resources
  
  USCCB Faithful Citizenship Website
  
  Catholic Conference of Ohio Website

 

 

 

Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship:

A Call to Political Responsibility 

 

Phase 1: Preparing for the Primary

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• Table of Contents

• Letter of introduction and explanation

• Call for and Pledge for Civil Discourse   Spanish Version

• Short Summary of Faithful Citizenship   Spanish Version

• Highlights of the Faithful Citizenship Document

• Reflections on Being Catholic in an Election Year   Spanish Version

• Election Time Guidelines for Catholic Parishes and Groups

• ID Requirements for Voting

• Who Can Vote Absentee?

• Application for Absentee Ballot

• Uniform and Overseas Voting Guide

• Bulletin Suggestions

• Voter Registration Form (Must be completed 30 days before an election)

 

 

Phase 2: Faithful Citizenship 

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• Letter of introduction and explanation

• Basic Parish Program

• Bulletin Insert on Life Issues

• Discussion Guide and Prayers

• USCCB Thematic Discussions and Prayer

• Resources and Issue Background Information

• Appendix

 

 

 

Phase 3: Working Up to the Election

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Introductory Letter

Guidelines for Parishes

Materials for September and October

Discussion Guide

Pledge for Civil Discourse (English and Spanish)

Summary of Bishops’ Document (English and Spanish)

Inserts on Life Issues and Racism

Some Suggested Activities

Information from the Catholic Conference of Ohio, Including State Ballot Issues

Brief Reflections on the Role of Catholics in an Election Year

Practical Suggestions in Preparing to Vote

ID and Absentee Ballot Information

 

 

The Diocesan Social Action through the 5 Catholic Commissions working within the eight counties of the Diocese of Cleveland seeks to shape a more caring society and a more peaceful world through justice education, advocacy, community development and organizing. Our work is based on the call of the Gospel to work for the respect and dignity of all human life, the elimination of poverty, to speak out against injustice, and to promote the common good.