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A Pastoral Reflection by the Catholic Bishops in Northern Ireland on 5 May elections to the Legislative Assembly
Outline of content:
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Introduction.
Political participation and the moral duty to vote.
The failure of the last Assembly to reduce childhood poverty and social need.
A call to a new political culture.
Building a pervasive culture of life, care and hope.
Considering the moral consequences of casting a vote.
Encouraging a culture of welcome and hope for all.
Respect for Religious Freedom and concern for persecuted Christians.
Respect for the Right to Faith-based Education in a genuinely pluralist society.
On caring for our common home.
Support for the family based on marriage between one man and one woman.
Conclusion: A culture of life, care and hope for all.
Ten questions based on Catholic Social Teaching for Catholics to ask candidates standing in the Assembly elections
