Civilize It: How to Practice Charity
in Debate and Disagreement

USCCB Materials Encourage Christian Charity in Civil Dialogue

As Catholics, we have a long tradition of engagement in the political process as a means of putting our faith into action. Today, many shy away from such involvement because our national and local conversations are filled with harsh language, often directed at people rather than positions.The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has introduced a new initiative, "Civilize It" to encourage Christian charity in our civil dialogue and civic engagement.
 
Civilize It is about making room in your heart for those with whom you disagree. It is a non-partisan call to focus on the dignity of all people, even when we disagree, and to put faith in action by bearing witness to a better way forward.
 
The bishops of the United States offer counsel in how to rise above attacks, root viewpoints in the Gospel, and stand up for one’s own convictions while honoring the dignity of others.

Visit the special website  www.civilizeit.org  for full information and excellent resources in English and Spanish.
And join fellow Catholics in "taking the pledge" to Civilize It.