Dear Candidate/Canvasser,

As the election bell has been rung and our nation approaches Election Day on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, we prayerfully call upon all who offer themselves for public service to conduct their campaigns in a manner that honours God and respects the dignity of every citizen, including those of the opposing political parties.

This season invites each candidate and canvasser to reflect the values that strengthen our democracy and build up our communities. We encourage all involved in the electoral process to be virtuous, orderly, trustworthy, ethical, and sincere in their words and actions, as they seek the VOTES of our people.

To be virtuous is to walk in integrity, allowing truth and righteousness to guide every promise that is put forward or every position taken. Scripture urges us to think on “whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure” (Philippians 4:8).

To be orderly is to conduct the political meetings, gatherings and canvassing with respect for law, community and peace, remembering that “everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way” (1 Corinthians 14:40).

To be trustworthy is to speak truthfully and act honourably, for “it is required of stewards that they be found trustworthy” (1 Corinthians 4:2).

To be ethical is to stand for fairness and justice, walking humbly with God as the prophet teaches: “to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8).

To be sincere is to serve with genuine care for the people, modelling the integrity described by Paul, who conducted himself “with godly sincerity” (2 Corinthians 1:12).

May this election season be peaceful, respectful, and marked by the kind of conduct that reflects the nation we hope to be. May your words be seasoned with grace, your actions reflect Christ’s love, and your presence in our communities be a sign of hope.

With prayerful encouragement,
+Michael
Bishop of Barbados