"Viral messaging" is one of the fastest growing forms of media. Blogging, in particular, serves as a popular means to convey a message. Just google "Catholics in Alliance" and you will see the myriad blogs that mention us.

We invite you to create your own blog where you can write about those issues central to your experiences as a social justice Catholic and help us promote our mission here at Catholics in Alliance. You may want to use your blog to write about the topics you feel passionate about or even react to other blogs that mention Catholics in Alliance. Or, if you aren't inclined to come up with your own content, you can certainly copy statements or link to material from our website, http://www.catholicsinalliance.org. You might also consider using the blog to mention your support of Catholics in Alliance and our social justice mission.

A Catholic vision of the common good is desperately needed on the Web. You can play an integral role in spreading the word. So get your voice out there in support of a consistent ethic of life and social justice!

Blogging Is Easier Than You Think! Follow these instructions:

There are several sites that offer free hosting and tools for starting your own blog, including Blogger (Blogspot) and WordPress. We recommend Blogger because it's easiest to use. The following is summarized from Blogger's "Getting Started" help section (http://help.blogger.com/bin/answer.py?answer=112498&topic=12470)

1. Create a google account: https://www.google.com/accounts/NewAccount?service=blogger&continue.
2. Next, visit the Blogger homepage (http://www.blogger.com), enter your username and password, and click Sign in.
3. Enter a display name and accept Blogger's Terms of Service.
4. Click the Create a Blog link and get started!
5. Pick a name and address (URL - e.g., consistentethic.blogspot.com, Matthew25.blogspot.com) for your blog.
6. Choose your favorite template (this is how your blog will look when you publish it).
7. Now get creative, add information to your personal profile, and start blogging now!