Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I am asking you to take some specific actions throughout October to defeat two radically unjust ballot initiatives now before all Virginia voters.

Our Catholics Vote No campaign is rooted in prayer and fasting.

Therefore, On Fridays, I ask that you pray the Stations of the Cross. And fast—which means eating only one full meal and no meat.

On Sundays, I ask that you pray the Rosary and fast from social media for at least a few hours—especially before and after Mass.

It would be a powerful force if all in the Diocese of Arlington were united in these efforts. We entrust them to the Lord’s amazing grace, so all that is just, right, and true will be done in this election.

May God bless you and your families.

Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge

Bishop of Arlington