My primary concern is that accounts of this kind are tax-advantaged, and we already have a growing problem with public funds being diverted to religious education, and I greatly value protecting separation of church and state to safeguard everyones religious freedom. Colorado established its hostility towards people of faith with the multiple lawsuits against the Cake Baker. Should Colorado law provide incentives for abortion providers to move to Colorado to meet abortion demand from out-of-state pregnant women? Colorado has the responsibility to protect her citizens first, last, and always. Personal adult responsibility needs to be exercised as well. Were nonpartisan and therefore 501c3 compliant, so its easy and safe for churches and other 501c3 organizations to share us with their members. . I believe the government has no legitimate right to define or to regulate marriage. Election deniers who were unable to succeed at the polls last year have targeted the one political post that depends entirely on the most hard-core of Republican voters state party chair Ballot Information Booklet (Blue Book) The purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair and impartial analysis of each initiated or referred constitutional amendment, law, or question on the ballot. I recognize that history has shown that governments who exceed the role of securing our Rights in the pursuit of some humanist utopia have always descended into tyranny. I am greatly concerned about the dangers faced by illegal immigrants who travel the thousands of miles from their homes to come to an uncertain future in America. Absolutely not and would be a severe violation of both the U.S. and State Constitutions. In 1987, he began graduate studies at San Anselmo University in Rome, earning a Licentiate in Sacramental Theology in 1990. Many Blessings! Equal protection under the law means what it says. It is important to note that this law takes away the derivative rights as afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Corado General Assembly significantly overreached with such a heinous and barbaric policy. He has offered numerous retreats across the country preaching the blessings of ordering our lives in recognition that all we are and all we have is a gift from God. Also, the law states that a minor child does not need the consent from the parents or guardians to have an abortion. I will be accessible and at monthly House District meetings. Absolutely. Unable to provide an answer due to the wording of the question. If illegal immigrant, your basic needs should be met then you should be sent back to the country in which you came. More importantly, the separation of Church and State is not a Biblical concept. Should Colorados criminal justice reform focus on both preventing crime and offering those who commit the crime an opportunity to rehabilitate and effectively return to society? Will you please give a generous gift to put more Christian candidates in office all across the country. We must not empower the professional or generational or lifetime welfare recipient. I believe to truly respect the freedom of speech, one must respect the freedom of all speech. Absolutely not. Immigration, per se, is a federal issue. I believe wholeheartedly in harm reduction, housing first, and prioritizing caring support over punitive action. Most Reverend Stephen Berg is a native of Miles City, Montana. Archbishop Aquilas episcopal motto comes from the Blessed Virgin Marys instructions at Cana: Do whatever he tells you (Jn 2:5)., "As Catholics, we have a moral duty to vote with an informed conscience, and to pray for wisdom and guidance as we head to the voting booth. We are truly a grassroots organization, and so depend greatly on word-of-mouth to promote us around Colorado. All Rights Reserved. Yes, both preventing crime and rehabilitating offenders should be goals of the criminal justice system. 3. Voting Deadlines Please check back for next year's dates! Church Voter Guides, based in Colorado Springs, has produced these Voter Guides for the Federal, States, and El Paso County Primary Elections in Colorado, to provide information about each candidate and help inform the electorate. There is no proof of the non-humanity of the baby in the womb. Economies are healthier without legislative interference. I FULLY AGREE that work should be encouraged and would draft legislation requiring the searching and attaining of a full-time job. Private individuals and business can provide solutions that are efficient and successful. It would be difficult to create legislation against every sin. In total, there are more than 5,414 Catholic youths under religious instruction in the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Remember, in Colorado, you can register to vote and vote, in-person, all the way up until 7 p.m. on Election Day (that's Nov. 2). The funding systems for public education needs work. Colorado has the highest inflation rate in the country, the 5th highest crime rate, and the second highest rate of drug-overdose deaths. Below, you will find voter guides to help you vote pro-life in 2020, starting with comparisons between the parties and presidential candidates on the abortion issue. But we can not foster a state or permanent dependency, and should favor assistance to whole families. That is why I say: People Over Politics because no government agenda should run your familys life. As Senator, I will ensure these unelected political bullies are held to account with the highest degree of transparency. I am all about hand ups, not handouts. Prayer Guide for the Persecuted. I favor school choice in all its ramifications. So I volunteered with Church Voter Guides. I support an all-of-the-above energy policy. This means that state law should not include or provide incentives for abortion providers, either individual or within womens health care organizations. We would be living under tyrannical government. A Man's Guide to Standing for Life . I believe in smaller government and lower taxes, which means as a law maker, I would be less likely to redistribute peoples earnings to support anti-Catholic causes. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/libelous-claim-media-marlafernandezforhd3, Look around you- is Colorado better or worse than it was 20 years ago? Voter Guides and Resources. Help us share the Voter Guide through your ministry. P.O. With ballots come ballot guides, and the Colorado Times Recorder has compiled a list of major Colorado voter guides that have been released by progressive and conservative organizations as well as by media outlets and the state of Colorado.. Colorado's Official Guide. Only the federal government can create a path to citizenship or right to work, but Colorado can and should protect the rights of immigrants who do find work, regardless of they are documented or not. Our greatness comes from recognizing that God, not government or rulers, gave us our rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. He attended Catholic schools in Miles City, graduating from Sacred Heart High School in 1969. I honor Him in all that I do. Pray about the coming elections. Focus on the Family (FOTF, or FotF) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization with an evangelical focus. Same sex marriage, for better or worse, is already the law. We have also seen attempts to force medical procedures against peoples religious beliefs. Bad governance and our loss of freedom is the direct result of the churchs failure to disciple. He is also currently the pastor at St. Joseph parish in Denver. However, same sex marriage is the law in Colorado. We especially thrive in municipal and county elections when there is very little known about many of the candidates because they have never run for office before, or have received very little press coverage. Public, private, charter, parochial, etc. I believe in private investment and competition in the energy sector. It's our right and responsibility. Church Voter Guides creates a level playing field by asking each candidate in a particular race the same questions, giving them up to 120 words per answer, and publishing exactly what they submit. We should protect every child at any age. Opportunities for legal & productive work can only occur in areas where law is followed and crime is prevented. our direct promotions have all been focused on the Pikes Peak region, so these statistics primarily represent our impact in Colorado Springs / El Paso County, Church Voter Guides primary mission is to activate the local Church to civic engagement in elections and beyond, and we are experiencing wonderful results! Vote by November 2 to elect local pro-conservation leaders and advance or defend our conservation values. If this also becomes the case for reproductive health providers, whether they prescribe/perform abortion services or not, I would be open to attracting providers the same as we would to fill any other need. The punishment needs to fit the crime as a deterrent to future crimes. Why should Colorado Catholics vote for you to represent them in the state legislature? I believe victims should be protected first and foremost. We have not been represented at the capital when it comes to our Christian values. So perhaps there could be strict limits on internet use for those who brains should be developing with one to one personal contact, fresh air and playgrounds. In a religious sense anyway. Our welfare system needs to be a hand up not a handout, Our immigration system is broken. Life and Human Dignity. I use medicaid myself. Yes, I believe in marriage equality. In 2000, he was named a Prelate of Honor by Pope John Paul II, receiving the honorary title of Monsignor. Gas, electric, emerging energy sources side by side at a repower hub. I cant believe that companies are allowed to sell these thing to our children. 8655 Explorer Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80920 866.655.4545 FamilyPolicyAlliance.com . Prop. All state legislative candidates had an opportunity to participate and respond (click here to review survey). This persecution of persons of faith needs to stop. It violates our constitutional rights. In Merida he attended a primary school run by the Maryknoll Sisters, and then secondary and preparatory schools run by the Marist Brothers. Aside from public health and safety, basic human needs are not a function of government. Early voting schedule: PRIMARY ELECTION 8/23/2022 Click below for your County voter guide in pdf CFC VOTER GUIDES : Statewide 2022 Florida Judicial Election Guide Collier Manatee Miami-Dade Palm Beach Broward Sarasota Brevard Osceola Pasco Duval Polk Click here to look up your district reps! Family Research Council February 28, 2023 Andrew Bailey, Jennifer Bauwens, Lisa McClain, Jim Roguski Broadcast Archive . . The Ballot Information Booklet (a.k.a. Marriage is a religious ceremony between a man and a woman. And unlike other organizations that provide election materials, we train teams to produce and promote their own local Voter Guides. Green energy should still be in the research/innovation stage, not deployment stage. The 2 party system has given us the Colorado we have today; and families are scared! This trend continues and has resulted in various citizens needing to take their cases to the US Supreme Court. The threat of punishment does not influence human behavior the way that our system claims it does. The state should recognize the ability of any 2 people to form a union. Some say faith should be kept out of the public square, but we know this Country was founded on principles for faithful people. `Static.COOKIE_BANNER_CAPABLE = true; When we arent engaged, we leave the law and policy making to others who dont make the same faith-based decisions we would. I support all legal immigrantion and pathways to citizenship. Join with Church Voter Guides as we connect Christian patriots and make a difference by activating and educating Christian voters. He also has a licentiate in philosophy from the same pontifical university, and a diploma in Mariology from the Marianum in Rome. Obamacare wasnt enough. As a business owner myself, I know that the heart of the business sector, SMALL business, knows how to solve problems, advances technology and creates wealth. Upon graduation, Bishop-designate Berg taught music at Tarrant County College in Fort Worth. Should the Colorados energy policy encourage private investment and competition in our energy sector through incentives that are focused on environmentally friendly solutions to our energy crisis? MORE ON THE DEMOCRATS SPENDING BIG TO SUPPORT CANDIDATES THEY . I will be a servant leader who will bring principled and common-sense solutions to the State Capitol so that people and businesses can thrive and become the best version of themselves. This is not an area that makes sense for government to be in. The government should have no say. Bishop Golka says that he greatly enjoys the pastoral ministry which is provided in a parish setting. While off-year elections typically center on local races and ballot issues, Colorado's 2021 Coordinated Election on Nov. 2 will put three questions to voters statewide. These guides cover the expected social issues like abortion, marriage, and gay rights. I now claim born again Christianity. By COLORADO POLITICS STAFF. Prison reform is also required to effectively rehabilitate rathher than simply warehouse convicted inmates. Read the party platforms here: Republican Party and Democratic Party They list who you can vote for and offer details on each candidate's experience . I honor Him in all that I do. Education reform and funding is on my target list to tackle in my first term when elected. Yes. Providing incentives to abortion providers is basically using our tax dollars to subsidize abortions. We all want a clean environment. The state must work towards a win-win-win solution that takes all sides into account. Voters can no longer mail their ballots starting on Nov. 1. 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