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Is 2020 the year that gets young people to polls in bigger numbers?

Jul 31, 2020

Steven Millies, a scholar who explores the Catholic Church’s relationship to politics, feels more optimistic today than he has in a long time about young people in this country voting in a national election.

By Betty Araya

Bishop urges Catholics to exercise ‘prudence’ when voting

Feb 8, 2020

Prudential judgment is the primary mode for faith-filled voting, according to Bishop Robert McElroy.

By Christopher White

U.S. bishops release ‘Faithful Citizenship’ videos ahead of elections

Feb 6, 2020

The U.S. bishops have released videos to supplement their official voting guidelines.

By Christopher White

Cardinal Cupich warns against the Church entering partisan politics

Jan 27, 2020

Cardinal Blase Cupich cautioned against partisan politics being used as a vehicle for ‘good to triumph.’

By Christopher White

‘Faithful Citizenship’ materials reflect pope’s ongoing teaching

Nov 13, 2019

Current issues of the day and references to the teachings of Pope Francis can be found throughout the materials approved by the U.S. bishops to supplement their existing document on Catholic participation in public life.

By Dennis Sadowski

U.S. bishops have their plates full during next week’s USCCB meeting

Nov 8, 2019

The U.S. Catholic bishops kick off their general assembly next Monday in Baltimore.

By Christopher White

Campaign stresses why civility is important as 2020 election approaches

Oct 30, 2019

Rancor in politics, especially these days, may be the norm, but a nationwide effort is underway to remind people that civility in political discussions is a virtue.

By Dennis Sadowski

USCCB’s election year document to be supplemented by letter, videos

Jun 12, 2019

The U.S. bishops’ quadrennial document that provides guidance to voters on Catholic social teaching during a presidential election year won’t change for 2020 but will be supplemented by a brief letter and four 90-second videos that reflect the teaching of Pope Francis.

By Dennis Sadowski