Catholic Bishops of Arizona
Statement on Election Results and Upcoming Year of Hope
We, the Catholic Bishops of Arizona, wish to congratulate those recently elected officials who have been chosen by the people for public office. We also wish to thank all those who served as candidates. Public service is a noble calling and at the very heart of our democracy and citizenship. With the conclusion of the recent elections, it is important to remember that we must always put our faith in God before all else and maintain a spirit of hope. While harmful Arizona ballot propositions relating to abortion and immigration were unfortunately approved by voters this November, we need to be steadfast in our commitment to life and remain confident in God’s love.
It is in this light that the Catholic Bishops of Arizona would like to focus on the Jubilee Year of Hope that Pope Francis has proclaimed for 2025. Specifically, Pope Francis has proclaimed “10 Hopes” that we encourage the faithful to consider during this time: hope for peace over division, hope for enthusiasm for life and readiness to share it, hope for the openness to life and responsible parenthood, hope for prisoners through restorative justice, hope for the sick and those dedicated to their care, hope for youth and young adults, hope for migrants and refugees, hope for the elderly, hope for the poor and the hungry and hope for greater Christian unity.
The Jubilee Year of Hope carries several opportunities for a plenary indulgence, beginning with visiting the holy doors in Rome. Additionally, each of our dioceses will be announcing more information soon about opportunities to participate locally in the Jubilee Year.
We encourage participation in these unique opportunities for much needed grace and pray that we never lose hope!
Most Rev. John P. Dolan
Bishop of Phoenix
Most Rev. Edward J. Weisenburger
Bishop of Tucson
Most Rev. James S. Wall
Bishop of Gallup
Most Rev. Eduardo Nevares
Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix
