God created us with a capacity to know and love him, and we have a natural desire to seek the truth about him...he calls us to himself and writes his law on our hearts to help us draw closer to him.
Conscience helps us hear the voice of God; it helps us recognize the truth about God and the truth about how we ought to live.
Conscience is "a judgment of reason" by which we determine whether an action is right or wrong.
In addition, one who has a well-formed conscience is that who…
effectively discerns and bravely chooses the good in his circumstances
leads others with skill, integrity, and discipline
demonstrates a good work ethic
upholds the law and understands its value
Lastly, conscience is a manner of developing the ability to internalize and cultivate a spiritual life, having a consistent knowledge and experience of society and its imbalances.
Sources:
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
AHS Christian Life Education Program
Secretariat for Education, Society of Jesus
