Editor's note: This is the fifth of five short articles adapted from the Michigan Catholic Conference's fall newsletter, Focus, "A Catholic Approach to Voting in the 2024 Election." To read the full version or to access more election resources for Catholics, visit the Michigan Catholic Conference's election guide.
It can be challenging to compare Catholic teaching with the positions espoused by candidates for office. Neither of the country’s two major political party platforms adhere to the full range of Catholic teaching. Making these voting decisions is sometimes discouraging. But Catholics are called as disciples of Christ to be a light in the world and to guide others toward the righteous path.
While it is important to spend time researching the candidates and the issues, putting on the mind of Christ before voting also necessitates stepping away from the noise through the election cycle.
The Church and this FOCUS publication cannot and will not tell individuals which presidential or Michigan-based candidate they should vote for. Such decisions are to be made after forming one’s conscience based on the teachings of the Church and prayerful reflection of candidate positions. It is up to all Catholics and people of goodwill to do the best they can to make wise judgments about the candidates and the issues.
Everything else is in God’s hands.
How to register and be ready to vote in this election
For more information about the upcoming Michigan election, including how to register to vote and to check voter registration status, how to find polling locations or obtain an absentee ballot, and how to see what is on the ballot, visit the Michigan Voter Information Center website.
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