U.S. Elections

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Transforming Catholic Social Teaching from Mere Platitudes into “A Revolution of Tenderness”

Creative Voice
Creative Voice Christopher Hale connects Catholic social teaching and American politics by reminding us that “the source and summit of who we are and who long to be [is] Jesus Christ.” This...
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Faith, Citizenship, and the 2016 United States Election

Bulletin Insert
This bulletin insert connects Catholic social thought to politics and offers a prayer, reflection questions, and resources to become an informed and faithful voter during the upcoming election season.

Domestic Poverty and the 2012 Elections

Amidst the heated rhetoric of the 2012 election season, people living in poverty seem all but forgotten. This bulletin insert includes updated statistics on domestic poverty, reflections from...
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Voting and Discipleship

As Election Day 2012 approaches on November 6, this reflection considers some of the resources available to help Catholics form their consciences prior to entering the voting booth.

Examination of Conscience in Light of Catholic Social Teaching

Amidst the chaos of the 2012 election season, the USCCB offers questions for personal reflection on our role as active and engaged citizens guided by the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. This...
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United States Presidential Inauguration: A Commitment to the Common Good

Prayer Service
The inauguration provides an opportunity to pray for our new president and the needs of the country. This resource provides an explanation of the prayerful occasion which inaugurations provide, an...
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Compare the Candidates: Economic Responses to Wall Street Crisis

This side-by-side chart compares the presidential candidate's plans to address and respond to the Wall Street crisis and current economic realities. This resource content is directly from each...
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Campaigning for Human Dignity: Englarging the Moral Imagination

Lesson Plan
Campaigning for Human Dignity This lesson plan invites students to learn about the issues of the campaign and explore the connection to promoting human dignity.  Students learn about  each...
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Lesson Plan: Campaign Ads and Ethics

Lesson Plan
For Critical Thinking & Analysis This lesson plan invites students to look at the ideals of a political campaign and the ethics employed in the use of media ads. Students will chart ads and...
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Election Web Sites for Educators

Great sites to consult for Educators! This six-page resource contains a list of excellent, non-partisan resources to consult for election information.  The listings include brief descriptions,...
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Quotes from Catholic Social Teaching on Being Disciples and Citizens

This two-page resource has a handy list of great quotes that highlight the dual role of being both a citizen and a disciple in the voting booth. Use this for reflection, discussion or prayer. Use it...
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Catholic Social Teaching and the Election: Reflection Guide

This three-page resource offers great questions for reflections based on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. This resource offers a helpful way to focus on the deeper vision and values that...
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