Presented by Fr. Mark Miller, C.PP.S.
Pope Francis makes it clear: In our participation in public life, we are called to be multi-issue voters, not single-issue voters, with the ultimate aim of supporting the common good. This workshop will provide you with resources to educate yourself as a faithful voter on the issues and concerns that are “equally sacred.”
These are three handouts you will need for the presentation.
The video walks us through the most pressing issues of the upcoming election, looking at them through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching. The workshop focuses on issues, not political parties or candidates.
Catholic Social Teaching arises out of the long and rich tradition that includes the written teachings of the Church and the witness of Christians and people of good will, committed to proclaiming the love of the Gospel and the justice of God’s kingdom.
Catholic Social Teaching is not a theory or an intellectual exercise, but rather how people of faith are called to live the Gospel in a broken and suffering world.
This election season, justice-seekers are coming together to consider the many issues that serve the common good, so all of us have what we need to thrive and help us move closer to a multiracial, multi- faith, inclusive democracy.
During November, we celebrate those who have gone before us, our ancestors upon whose shoulders we stand. We celebrate the Feast of All Saints, All Souls Day, Veterans Day, and Thanksgiving Day. We remember their positive influence on our lives.
An Assembling God’s Puzzle video
By Fr. Garry Richmeier, C.PP.S.
Using threats, shame and guilt to gain another’s cooperation is expedient but ineffective over the long-run. On the other hand, inviting someone to join us in a common work or goal, respects the other, is more constructive and more often results in substantive and long-lasting change.