How does our Faith – and our understanding of the dignity
of all human life – infuse our participation in political
life?
On
seven dates from January through March, representatives of
the Diocese of Pittsburgh will offer presentations on the
U.S. Bishops’ document, Forming Consciences for Faithful
Citizenship. The presentation will examine our obligations
as Catholics to be active in the political process and to
vote with an informed conscience. All are welcome and encouraged
to attend.
Please
refer to the flyer for a full list of dates and sponsoring
parishes. RSVP is requested. PDF
Flyer
ANSWER
THE CALL TO FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP: JOIN THE LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY
NETWORK
“Faithful citizenship calls Catholics to see civic and
political responsibilities through the eyes of faith and to
bring our moral convictions to public life.” —
US
Catholic Bishops, Faithful Citizenship: A Catholic Call to
Political Responsibility, 2003
The
Legislative Advocacy Network is a means of answering the call
to be Faithful Citizens. When a piece of legislation or a
public policy issue emerges on which the Church takes a stand,
an Action Alert is emailed to Network members.
These
brief Action Alerts contain an explanation of the issue and
an invitation to contact involved legislators. With this information
in hand, the Network members can encourage and challenge legislators
to vote for those bills that enhance human life and dignity,
and against those bills that do not. It’s a simple way
to stay informed and involved.
To
join the Legislative Advocacy Network, please fill
out this form, or call 412-456-3157. Thank you!
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