SEATTLE — The Washington State Catholic Conference, which represents the public policy voice of the bishops of the Archdiocese of Seattle, the Diocese of Spokane and the Diocese of Yakima, has shared tools, prayers and initiative recommendations as Election Day approaches.
Through its advocacy work, the WSCC bolsters the bishops’ efforts to promote the common good and create a society that recognizes the dignity of every human person.
These are excerpts from the conference’s latest Advocacy Bulletin.
Praying like a faithful citizen
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) publishes Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, which speaks to our political responsibilities as Catholics. Faithful voting must be grounded in prayer. To assist you in the discernment process before casting your vote, we spotlight tips for praying like a faithful citizen.
Our initiative recommendations
As mail-in ballots begin to arrive, here are reminders of the WSCC’s positions on Initiative 2117, which would repeal the Climate Commitment Act, and Initiative 2124, making long-term care contributions voluntary.
As Catholics, we each must make our own determinations regarding our votes based on prayerful, thoughtful consideration of the issues in light of our faith’s social doctrine. Catholics may disagree on policy decisions, but we hope the linked materials are helpful in your discernment process.
Watch our videos on the political process
In these last weeks before the election, review our quick video on politics, voting and the Catholic faith as you discern your votes. View Archbishop Etienne's discussion of the role of the common good in politics. Visit the Washington State Catholic Conference YouTube channel to view a full range of advocacy and Catholic social doctrine videos.
Learn more about the Washington State Catholic Conference on its website, wacatholics.org, and subscribe to the Advocacy Bulletin here.
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