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Faithful Citizenship – Iowa Catholic Conference:The Iowa bishops have recorded a series of videos on “Faithful Citizenship” which you can find here.
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Deacon Kent Ferris, OFSferrisdavenportdiocese.orgSocial Action & Catholic Charities Director -
Glenn Leachleachdavenportdiocese.orgImmigration Volunteer & Disaster Response point of contact
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Election Center:
Election season is a good time to visit ICC Action Center: at https://iowacatholicconference.org/voter-voice/. Under “View Your Election Center,” when you put in your ZIP code and address you will find personalized resources with legislator and candidate information.
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September 10DES MOINES — With political activity across the state heating up as the 2026 general election approaches, Iowa’s four Catholic bishops have begun a social media campaign on “Faithful Citizenship” that they hope will have an impact long after all of this year’s votes are cast. The leaders of the dioceses of Des Moines, Dubuque, Sioux City and Davenport have started releasing short videos this month in which they answer questions on public policy and politics. Archbishop Thomas Zinkula of Dubuque kicked off the effort Sept. 3 by addressing, “How do I maintain my Catholic values in the political sphere?”Read More
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September 5Election Day 2024 is just two months from today, a good reminder that we have a responsibility to model faithful citizenship that sets a respectful, charitable tone for democracy in the public square. This responsibility requires more than good intentions. It requires prayer, Scripture reading and reflection, studying Catholic Social Teaching and applying that teaching to the platform priorities of each major political party and the stated priorities of our candidates for political office.Read More
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The mid-term election season is well underway. This time offers an excellent opportunity to help parishioners understand the importance of acting in the political arena with a properly formed conscience.Our faith call us to action. The Hebrew prophet's constantly called for justice. In Matthew 25 Jesus shares his vision of the last judgment in which what we have done for the "least of these" Is key issue. We know that we must respond in charity (feeding the hungry) and also in justice (attempting to change the conditions that result in people being hungry in the richest nations on earth).Faithful Citizenship is just that--faith filled citizenship, active participation in the political process. The Church, whether the Holy Father or our Bishops, speak to issues in the light of Scripture and Church tradition. The Church ask us to learn the issues, to reflect on our faith, and judge the issues by the standards of our faith. The Church does not authentically tell us who to vote for, nor who to avoid on the political landscape, as it is the issues, not the individuals or parties to which the Church speaks. Catholic vote with an informed conscience on the issues, a conscience guided not only by a careful study of the issues, but also by our faith.It is sometimes difficult, particularly with the emotion and partisanship that politics generates, to know what are acceptable practices in the political arena for Catholics and Catholic Churches. For that reason, the Church has developed guidelines, political do's and don'ts. You can find these here please click hereQuestions concerning the guidelines of other Church and politic issues can be directed to: Deacon Kent Ferris or Glenn LeachFor Catholic Parishes, Schools, and Other Entities of the Diocese.USCCB Top Forming Consciences Resources can be found at https://www.usccb.org/sjp/forming-consciences-faithful-citizenship -
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2026 Parish Resources:The Iowa Catholic Conference (ICC) has released its “Faithful Citizenship flyer for Iowa Catholics” The Catholic Church does not endorse or oppose candidates or political parties. However, it contributes to the political process by encouraging Catholics to take action in the political arena with a properly-formed conscience. Read More...
Iowa Catholic Conference Faithful Citizenship flyer 2026 Iowa Catholic Conference Faithful Citizenship flyer - Spanish Bulletin announcements for 2026 Videos from the Iowa bishops on Faithful Citizenship will be available soon at https://www.youtube.com/@iowacatholicconference Voting begins in mid-October in Iowa.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
September 15, is National Voter Registration DayTuesday, August 25, 2026 First Day to File Absentee Ballot Wednesday, October 14 First Day of Absentee Voting Monday, October 19 Pre-registration Deadline.
This is the deadline to Request Absentee Ballot to be Mailed received by County Auditor prior to 5:00 p.m. CTMonday, November 2 Absentee Ballot In-Person Deadline Tuesday, November 3 Absentee Ballots Receipt For more information visit sos.iowa.gov.
September 15, is National Voter Registration Day -
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship Bulletin Inserts ( The USCCB has released updated Faithful Citizenship bulletin inserts and announcements.)- Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching
- Praying like a Faithful Citizen 9 ways to pray
- 3 Ways to Support Peaceful Elections
- Diocese of Davenport Do's and Do Not's
Before the election:- Prayer
- Novena for Faithful Citizenship. Click here to sign up for daily e-mails during the novena.
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USCCB RESOURCES: Church Teaching - Bishops Statements
- Other Resources
Faithful Citizenship for All Catholics - Prayers and Reflections
- Family Guide to Faithful Citizenship
Diocesan & Community - Planning Suggestions
- Candidate Forums
- Political Activity Guidelines
- Videos
Parishes & Schools - Bulleting Inserts
- Homily Suggestions
Campuses & Young Adults
- Resources for Colleges and Young adults about participation in public life.
Media - Press Releases
- USCCB Media Blog
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Civilize it
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) launched a year-long initiative that invites Catholics to model civility, love for neighbor and respectful dialogue. Visit
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Iowa Catholic Conference:
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How to Contact Your Legislator:
Find your state senator or representative and other elected officials:
https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/findSwitchboard numbers to leave a message for your legislator:
Iowa House is 515-281-3221Iowa Senate is at 515-281-3371Iowa Capital Mailing Address:State Capitol Building1007 East Grant AveDes Moines, Iowa 50319
You can find out who your legislator is at www.iowacatholicconference.org/voter-voice.Capital Switchboard Phone: 202-224-3121