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Written by Father David Lies
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Tuesday, 04 November 2008 06:58 |
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As Faithful Citizens, we Catholics are called to help shape our government by exercising our right and  responsibility to vote. Please take the time today to cast your vote in the National, State and Local elections. Guided by a well-formed conscience, the virtue of prudence and sound knowledge of our faith and the issues at stake, we can uphold the value and dignity of all human beings. Whether it be the most defenseless child in the womb, men and women seeking dignified employment and health care, the elderly seeking care in their later years, immigrants searching legally for a new home, or the men and women serving in our Armed Forces, the decision we make today as voters will impact all of their well being. Prayer Before an Election Lord God,
as the election approaches,
we seek to better understand the issues and concerns that confront our city, state, and country,
and how the Gospel compels us to respond as faithful citizens in our community.
We ask for eyes that are free from blindness
so that we might see each other as brothers and sisters,
one and equal in dignity,
especially those who are victims of abuse and violence, deceit and poverty.
We ask for ears that will hear the cries of children unborn and those abandoned,
men and women oppressed because of race or creed, religion or gender.
We ask for minds and hearts that are open to hearing the voice of leaders who will bring us closer to
your Kingdom.
We pray for discernment
so that we may choose leaders who hear your Word,
live your love,
and keep in the ways of your truth
as they follow in the steps of Jesus and his Apostles
and guide us to your Kingdom of justice and peace.
We ask this in the name of your Son Jesus Christ and through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
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Weekly Message Archive 
Church Bulletin February 12th, 2012
