Is it a mortal sin for a Catholic to vote for a politician who condones and votes for abortion?
In January 2003, the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith released a new document, “Doctrinal Note on Some Questions Regarding the Participation of Catholics in Political life.” This document is addressed to “bishops of the Catholic Church, Catholic politicians and all lay members of the faithful called to participate in the political life of democratic societies. The document is clear. Catholics “cannot compromise” for the sake of a misguided tolerance because “those who are directly involved in lawmaking bodies have a grave and clear obligation to oppose any law that attacks human life. For them, as for every Catholic, it is impossible to promote such laws or to vote for them.” Are you confused by an unplanned pregnancy, or do you need help with recovering from an abortion? Please call the church office and talk with a priest and/or call Project Rachel toll free at 1-877-908-1212. When deciding how to vote for a candidate or a political party, what of the “consistent ethic of l
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