Today’s the day! Elections are finally here. Before casting your ballot, consider asking your guardian angel and the Holy Spirit to be with you, give you wisdom and guide your decision.

In today’s first reading, St. Paul reminds us of Christ’s humility in becoming a man and dying on a cross for our sins. “Rather, he emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, coming in human likeness … he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross” (Phil 2:7-8). We pray that we may be obedient to the teachings of the Church when casting our ballots.

St. Paul tells us to lay aside our own self-interest and consider the needs of others and, most importantly, to consider the will of God.

As Catholics, all our actions should honor God. We have an obligation as we vote to bring greater glory to the Lord by promoting the common good and the kingship of Christ over all people. In the same reading today, we hear, “… at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father” (2:10-11).

Regardless of today’s outcome, Christ Jesus has won the victory. It is assured, and he is the king of our lives and hearts, our present and our future. “Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus” (Phil 4:6-7).

The Catholic Conference encourages that everyone who can vote to do so today. For voting information and Catholic Voter resources, click HERE.

Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, patroness of our nation, pray for us!