Friday, July 18, 2008


We are writing to inform you about some new and exciting features on the Faithful Citizenship Youth web site (www.faithfulcitizenship.org/youth)!

1) A new Video Quiz[C1] [C2] [C1]with Steve Angrisano is now posted in the video section. In it, Steve Angrisano, the songwriter, storyteller, and singer of the popular song, “Go Make a Difference” engages teens with questions about faithful citizenship. Rich in both substance and humor, the quiz is a great tool to help young Catholics have a great time while interacting with the important messages of Faithful Citizenship. Promote this quiz with teachers and youth ministry leaders for use with their groups as well as to young people to watch on their own initiative.
2) The Submit Your Photos[C3] [C4] [C2]section of the youth web site is now accepting pictures from Catholic young people to be featured in the Photo Gallery! The Photo Gallery exists to highlight individuals and groups of young people who are putting their faith in action through advocacy, lobbying, letter-writing, education, and other activities to advocate for and with the poor and vulnerable. A pre-written ad/bulletin announcement is attached to this email to send to parishes, schools, and list serves in your diocese.

Thank you for your help in getting the word out about these new resources in your dioceses, schools and parishes!

Joan RosenhauerAssociate DirectorJustice, Peace, & Human Development
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops 3211 Fourth Street, NEWashington, DC 20017(Ph.) 202-541-3381(Fax) 202-541-3339

jrosenhauer@usccb.org

Faithful Citizenship Youth Website Seeks Photos of Young Catholicsin Action!
Are you planning to take action in support of human life and dignity in your community? Be sure to take your camera with you! USCCB’s Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship Youth Site (www.faithfulcitizenship.org/youth) is seeking photos of young Catholics taking action as faithful citizens. Desired photo themes include efforts to advocate for the vulnerable (visiting or contacting your legislators, letter-writing campaigns, rallies, etc.) and education activities to teach others about issues of human life, justice and peace.

Chosen photos will be featured in the Photo Gallery at http://www.faithfulcitizenship.org/youth/action/photos. The Youth web site is a new initiative by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) to reach out to young people with the messages of Faithful Citizenship, especially advocacy for justice. Please send your photos today to: jrauh@usccb.org.

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[C2]http://www.faithfulcitizenship.org/youth/quiz/video

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[C4]http://www.faithfulcitizenship.org/youth/action/photos

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