AMERICA/USA – Against polarization and division: individuals, families and communities commit to building bridges

AMERICA/USA – Against polarization and division: individuals, families and communities commit to building bridges

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Against polarization and division: individuals, families and communities commit to building bridges

Washington (Agenzia Fides) – The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has launched a new initiative aimed at tackling the polarization in society, based on Pope Francis’ appeal in the Encyclical “All Brothers” for a “better policy, truly in the service of the common good” ( Number 154). Through the Prepare It: A Better Kind of Politics initiative, Catholics are asked to respond to this call with charity, clarity and creativity.
Therefore, many American dioceses have joined together to support efforts to make the light of faith shine in the often challenging field of politics, according to the memo sent to Fides. On CivilizeIt.org, those interested in joining the project can commit and access various supporting materials, including an examination of conscience, brief meditations, prayers and a guide that will allow individuals, families, and communities to build bridges through perspectives of faith. Building on chapters five and six of the Encyclical All Brothers and other reflections on the Holy Father, the articles are intended to help Catholics and all persons of good will develop a culture of encounter, inculcate views of truth, justice and solidarity, and seek cooperative action for the good. general.
Oklahoma City Archbishop Paul S. With tools to deal with division and polarization in society, which is sometimes reflected in the church as well. This division among believers impairs the Church’s ability to testify effectively to human life and dignity in the family, parish, work, and political spheres. In the Fratelli Totti book, Pope Francis presents a different path, based on gospel values, justice and truth. I hope that this initiative will help us all to try to “get closer to everyone”, as the Holy Father calls us, and to meet the challenges of encounter, dialogue, the search for truth and the creative solution of problems. So that all Catholics can cooperate for the common good.”
The polarization in American society prompted the bishops, among other things, to address the problem at their assembly session in November 2020 (see Fides 11/19/2020), where among the most controversial topics, there was also that of racism in their community . different forms. Civilization: A Better Kind of Politics built on an initiative of the same name, implemented during the 2019-20 election season, that helped Catholics shape love of neighbor through civic engagement. More information about the initiative can be found at the CivilizeIt.org website.
(CE) (Agenzia Fides 09/09/2021)

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