U.S. Elections

No Is Not Enough! Reflections on a Lifestyle of Resistance

Reflection
In this reflection, Fr. Fred Kammer reminds us that resistance means saying “yes” to life as well as saying “no” to anything that devalues the human person.  

Catholic Social Thought and Civil Discourse

Reflection
In this resource, Fr. Fred Kammer reflects on civil and church discourse during a time of political division. He reminds us of the importance of working towards justice and voicing our...
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Prayer for the Inauguration (2017)

Prayer
This prayer refers to our Declaration of Independence and our Constitution as we mark the transition of power in our country.

Inauguration

Toolbox
This collection of resources for the United States Presidential Inauguration includes the following: Prayer for the Inauguration (2017) Prayer for the Inauguration (2009) Activity: Noble...
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Prayer After the Election

Prayer
This prayer invites us to pray that bonds of community be restored after this tumultuous and divisive election.
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Prayer After the Election

Prayer
This prayer invites us to pray that bonds of community be restored after this tumultuous and divisive election.
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Presidential Debates Bingo

Activity
This Bingo card resource lists various policies, issues, and ideas consistent with Catholic social teaching and social justice. As you watch the remaining three debates before Election Day, use this...
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Themes from Pope Francis’s 2015 Trip to the United States

Reflection
This reflection categorizes quotes from Pope Francis’s trip to the United States by various themes found in Catholic social tradition. Reflection questions are included.

Concerned Citizenship

Prayer
This prayer challenges us to pay attention to the sign of the times and to respond with discernment, supported by God's grace.

Prayer for the Elections

Prayer
As we look to the upcoming elections, we pray for fair voting rights for all for a fair and peaceful election. We call to God to guide us as a people of faith in making just decisions for the common...
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Prayer After the Elections

Prayer
After the polls are closed, this prayer asks God to guide those who were elected, that they may promote the common good and seek solidarity with all people around the world.
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Concerned Citizenship

Prayer
This prayer challenges us to pay attention to the sign of the times and to respond with discernment, supported by God's grace.