Advocacy

"In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue; participation in the political process is a moral obligation."

~ Faithful Citizenship

We work for public policies on hunger, health, housing, peace, immigration and in opposition to abortion and the death penalty. We work through the Connecticut Catholic Advocacy Network.

Advocacy Networks

• Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Conference
• Catholic Charities USA – Campaign to Reduce Poverty in America
• Catholic Climate Covenant
• Catholic Relief Services – Catholics Confront Global Poverty
• Franciscan Action Network
• Pax Christi
• United States Catholic Conference Action Center

Faithful Citizenship Resources

• Faithful Citizenship Web Site
• Faithful Citizenship Bishops' Statement
• 2007 Political Activity Guidelines for Catholic Organizations
• Planning Ideas for Parish Staffs and Parish Councils
• Bulletin Inserts and Quotes
• Faithful Citizenship Clip Art
• Family Guide to Faithful Citizenship
• Ideas for Social Concerns Committees and Respect Life Committees
• Tips for Conducting Candidate Forums