Comments on: Bishops report fake election statement to Electoral Commission

By: Helena

Helena — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 03:40:17 +0000

In reply to Mark Worsley. Amen I say amen

By: Helena

Helena — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 03:39:28 +0000

In reply to Peter. Agreed

By: Mark Worsley

Mark Worsley — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 11:13:03 +0000

It is a sin for any catholic to vote for a party that supports abortion, homosexuality or euthanasia. Since the main parties take the easy way by having a so called ‘conscience’ voting system on contentious social issues, this has allowed practising Catholics off the hook when it comes to voting. I used to tell myself these parties had a few good Catholics in them so they should be ok, but I can not longer do this in good conscience. I can no longer support any party that does not completely reject these evils as part of their stated policies. Therefore, I cannot accept that the bishops and priest are not able to show their support for parties who hold to catholic principles. For far too long the church has been weak on these matters and needs to follow it’s tradition of speaking out like the countless saints who have held true to the teachings of the church for two thousand years.

By: Randal Mandock

Randal Mandock — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 12:27:36 +0000

For me it’s simple. If asked, I answer that a Catholic ought to vote for the candidate who has demonstrated policies and actions best in alignment with God’s will. Where to search for God’s will? Not easy, but it can be found here and there in some Catholic parishes, schools, and dioceses. It can even be found in unexpected corners outside the Church.

By: Peter

Peter — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 22:30:55 +0000

The Catholic Church is meant to be a light to the world. Refusing to endorse the only pro life political party is contrary to the command of Christ.
Christians comprise 50% of NZ popn. We have real political power if we choose to wield it.