No to the Ban on Public Prayer
Campagne Québec-Vie started this petition to François Legault, Premier of Quebec - 2024/12/11Premier François Legault and Minister Jean-François Roberge have proposed banning public prayer in Quebec. They claim that prayer in streets, parks, and other public spaces "is not something we want in Quebec." This idea comes after media coverage of incidents involving certain groups praying in schools and public spaces. However, such a law would unfairly target peaceful believers and threaten Quebec’s spiritual heritage.
Why this matters:
- Quebec’s Christian Roots: Public expressions of faith like processions, nativity scenes, and other religious traditions are part of Quebec’s cultural identity. Banning these practices erases the values and history that shaped our society.
- What “laïcité” really means: True laïcité isn’t about strict separation of Church and State—it’s about a balanced collaboration between the spiritual and the public spheres for the common good. A blanket ban on public prayer goes against this principle and unduly restricts freedom of expression.
- Misguided focus: The recent incidents in schools are specific cases that can be addressed through existing laws and regulations. Penalizing everyone for the actions of a few is unjust and disproportionate.
- A spiritual disconnect: Outlawing public prayer further disconnects Quebec from its Christian roots, pushing a purely materialistic and anti-religious agenda.
Sign this petition to defend public prayer and Quebec’s Christian heritage!
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No to the Ban on Public Prayer
Dear Premier François Legault, Stop using isolated incidents as an excuse to eliminate all public expressions of faith.
If specific issues need addressing, tackle them with targeted solutions, not sweeping bans. Protecting Quebec’s religious and spiritual heritage benefits everyone and respects our shared history.
A ban on public prayer promotes a flawed understanding of laïcité. Instead of working with faith communities for the common good, it alienates them and undermines the right of Quebecers to express their faith and live out their cultural and religious identity.
We urge the government to reject any law banning public prayer and to seek fair, reasonable, and respectful alternatives.Sincerely,
[Your Name]