The IRS announced a new policy permitting churches to communicate with their congregations about political candidates without risking tax-exempt status. This policy loosens restrictions imposed by the Johnson Amendment, which was seldom enforced. Despite this change, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops reiterated its stance against political endorsements from the pulpit. They emphasize that their role is to assist Catholics in conscience formation according to the Gospel, guiding them to select candidates and policies that promote the common good.
The IRS announced that communications in good faith by a church to its members does not constitute 'intervening,' nor does it affect the outcome of a political campaign.
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops stated that it would continue its policy of not taking political stands from the pulpit.
The Church seeks to help Catholics form their conscience in the Gospel so they might discern which candidates and policies would advance the common good.
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