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Walk Humbly #183: Praying, Fasting, and Voting During Respect Life Month

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Bishop Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington encouraged Catholics to use prayer and fasting during Respect Life Month as voters in Virginia prepare to decide on Ballot Questions 1 and 2. In the latest episode of Walk Humbly, he also addressed Mental Health Sunday, noting the need to overcome stigma and support those struggling by finding healing in Jesus Christ.

The episode includes a replay of a presentation by Deacon Brad Watkins titled Grounded in Jesus’ Truth: Lifestyles for Mental Health from the 2026 Mental Health Day of Prayer. Bishop Burbidge also highlighted the upcoming 100th anniversary of World Mission Sunday and the Marriage Jubilee Mass for couples celebrating 25 and 50 years of marriage.

Other topics covered include the RALLY 2026 event for young people and a listener's question regarding the practice of praying the Stations of the Cross. The Bishop concluded by offering prayers for Pope Leo XIV.

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