Montana Catholic Conference


Key themes which direct the work of the Montana Catholic Conference
"In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue; participation in the political process is a moral obligation." USCCB "Faithful Citizenship" website (a launching point for many of the resources below)
Some background reading to help you understand the Catholic teaching about the intersection of faith and politics. "Catholics in Political Life" (a statement from the U.S. bishops given at their June 2004 meeting) "Faithful Citizenship" (a statement renewed by the U.S. bishops every four years) Faithful Citizenship tri-fold brochure (a one-page summary) Vatican statement "Doctrinal note on some questions regarding the participation of Catholics in political life" Seven key themes of Catholic Social Teaching (the principles which underlie political involvement)