October 25, 2024 “We need to participate for the common good. Good Catholics immerse themselves in politics by offering the best of themselves so that the leader can govern.”
– Pope Francis
The Catholic bishops of the United States are pleased to offer to the Catholic faithful Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship their teaching document on Catholics’ political responsibility. This statement represents our guidance for Catholics in exercising their rights and duties as participants in our democracy.
The statement and its supporting information come from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). This information is designed to help us form our consciences, contribute to civil and respectful public dialogue, and shape political choices in the coming election in light of Catholic teaching. The statement lifts up our dual heritage as faithful Catholics and American citizens with rights and duties as participants in the civil order. You may find all of this information on the USCCB website.
