Minnesota Catholic Conference encourages Catholics to participate in the political process beyond voting

The Minnesota Catholic Conference encourages Catholics to engage in the political process through activities other than voting. Staff at the organization suggest that faithful citizenship requires involvement throughout the year rather than only on Election Day.

The conference recommends three specific actions to help Catholics influence state policy regardless of which political party is in power. First, members are encouraged to identify their state and national legislators. The organization provides a tool at mncatholic.org/findmylegislators to help residents find their state senator, state representative, two U.S. senators, and one U.S. House member.

Second, the conference suggests reaching out to these lawmakers regarding pressing issues and researching their positions on various topics via their official websites. Finally, the organization invites Catholics to pray for their legislators during Adoration at the Capitol during the next legislative session.