Election 2022

The 2022 Federal Election has been called for Saturday 21 May.

It has been a tumultuous three years since our last federal election with floods, fires, pandemic, plagues, and social upheaval. Despite our weariness and skepticism, we want to prepare our hearts and minds, praying for wisdom and discernment as we approach this coming election.

This election we also pray for gracious debate and just policy commitments, from parties and candidates, that seek the good of others and move us toward a broader vision for justice - one that cares for the poor, the struggling, and the marginalised in our nation.

We invite you to join with the over 56,000 individuals in the Common Grace movement to actively participate in this federal election. Over the next 6 weeks leading up to Saturday 21 May, Common Grace will be sharing contributions from various Australian Christian leaders and thinkers, and also celebrate the many great initiatives by churches and Christian organisations produced for the election season.

Join us as we pray, speak and act together for the common good, finding common ground and sharing in common grace.

This election, we want Christians across these lands now called Australia to participate in the conversation. 

Explore resources and opportunities to engage below!

	Start with prayer  Common Grace held an Election Prayer Vigil on Wednesday May 4 at 7:30pm AEST. We gathered together in prayer, asking God to guide us with wisdom, give us courage to act and help us follow Jesus’ call to love our neighbours as we engage and vote in the 2022 Election. Register to view this recording and join us in prayer.
	Ask your candidates questions Do you know your candidates beyond their party lines? We've developed key questions to help you engage with Candidates whether in personal conversations, at forums, or through a letter or email. Read more.
	Voting from a Christian perspective Explore links to articles, podcasts, videos and other resources to help inform you, spark conversations and engage with the election as a follower of Jesus. Find out more.
	Take Action Throughout the 2022 Election we will be sharing opportunities for you to engage in raising your voice both as an individual as well as with other groups and coalitions calling for action across our four key justice areas. Explore how you can engage further here.
	Engage with your re-elected or newly elected candidate Common Grace has developed a template letter to send/email to your re-elected or newly elected candidate to welcome and congratulate, as well as express your prayers and call on them to act justly and generously in their service of others. Find template letter here.