Vote for European project, Christian values
As the June 2024 EU Parliament elections approach, the bishops of the European Union are urging citizens to cast their votes for candidates who not only champion Christian principles, but also support the advancement of the European project.
Mar 25, 2024
BRUSSELS: As the June 2024 EU Parliament elections approach, the bishops of the European Union are urging citizens to cast their votes for candidates who not only champion Christian principles, but also support the advancement of the European project.
“In these challenging and uncertain times for Europe and the European Union, we are in dire need of policymakers who are courageous, competent, and driven by values, striving earnestly for the common good,” the bishops have stated. It falls upon us to ensure that our choices in the upcoming elections reflect these necessities.
Through a statement released by the delegate bishops of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), there’s a call for Christians to carefully discern their choices at the ballot box, emphasising the significance of this election for the future of the European Union.
Acknowledging the unique political landscapes across different countries, the bishops still stress the importance of voting for individuals and parties who are committed to the European project. They advocate for support towards those who embody and promote core values such as the dignity of every human being, solidarity, equality, support for families, sanctity of life, democracy, freedom, the principle of subsidiarity, and environmental stewardship.
Fr Manuel Enrique Barrios Prieto, Secretary-General of COMECE, highlighted the bishops’ desire for a thoughtful and responsible voting process that would further both the European project and Christian values.
Moreover, the statement from COMECE extends a special invitation to young voters to participate actively in shaping a Europe that secures their future and aligns with their aspirations. It also encourages those young individuals inspired to enter politics to do so with a spirit of service towards the communal good.
“Young people are urged to embrace the European project and promote Christian values within Europe,” said Fr Prieto. “The forthcoming elections are a vital tool for achieving this goal.” -- Vatican News
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