Faithful Citizenship

“In the Catholic Tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation. The obligation to participate in political life is rooted in our baptismal commitment to follow Jesus Christ and to bear Christian witness in all we do” (Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, 13).

Registration Information

1. Voter Registration

• • Deadline is Monday, October 19
    If you miss it, you can register in person through Election Day. Register online

2. Vote

• • In-Person Voting
    Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 3; you do not need to bring an ID. (ID rules may vary for absentee ballots and first-time voters.)
  • Vote-by-Mail/Absentee
    You can vote by mail for any reason.  All registered votes will be sent a vote-by-mail ballet for the November 3, 2020 General Election.  You may return your completed vote-by-mail ballot by mail (postmarked on or before November 3, 2020), in person your polling place, or to a drop box. Your completed ballot must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, November 3 and received no later than Friday, November 20. The U.S. Postal Service recommends mailing ballots at least a week before Election Day. You can hand-deliver your ballot to drop-off locations or any polling place in your county no later than 8 p.m., Tuesday, November 3.

California’s November 2020 Ballot Propositions

California voters will be asked to vote on 12 statewide ballot measures in the 2020 General Election on November 3, 2020. California Catholic Conference has provided a non-partisan analysis for each proposition with a sampling of the principles of Catholic social teaching to help us in that discernment. The California Catholic Conference has taken positions on two ballot measures, opposing both Proposition 14 and 20.  Click Here to View CCC 2020 Ballot Propositions Analysis

Catholic Voters Resources

• • 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. Available in English, Español
  • Handout: Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). Available in English, Español
  • USCCB Videos for Faithful Citizenship: Available in English, some Español
  • USCCB Audio Messages for Faithful Citizenship: Available in English
  • 7 Themes of Catholic Social Teaching: Available in English| Español
  • Praying Like a Faithful Citizen: 9 New Ways to Pray:  Available in English| Español
  • Quotations From The Teachings and Documents of the Church Regarding Politics: English
  • The Challenge of Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: English
  • Current Catholic: Builders of Bridges – Civilize It
     
     

     

November 3rd 2020 is Election Day!

Additional Resources

Faithful Citizenship Plan

Faithful Citizenship Document 3-Part Series

• Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (USCCB Link)

Resources

• • • Bulletin Announcements 1 – 7
    • General Intercessions & Announcements
    • Videos
      • USCCB Video Highlighting Civil Dialogue
      • Cardinal Dolan: Faithful Citizenship
      • Using Faithful Citizenship Correctly
      • Faithful Citizenship Conscience Formation
      • A Matter of Conscience
    • Praying Like a Faithful Citizen: 9 New Ways to Pray
    • Study Group Lesson Plans
      • Study Group Lessons for Adults
      • Study Group Lessons for Jr. High and High School
      • Study Group Lessons for Elementary School
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    • 7 Themes of Catholic Social Teaching
    • Faithful Citizenship logo (download)

“We need to participate for the common good. Sometimes we hear: a good Catholic is not interested in politics. This is not true: good Catholics immerse themselves in politics by offering the best of themselves so that the leader can govern.” – Pope Francis

Information of Faithful Citizenship at CA Catholic Conference:  https://www.cacatholic.org/faithful-citizenship