This is appropriate under the laws protecting freedom of religion.” “We are pleased to see that in the case of the most recent Denver vaccine mandate there is accommodation for sincerely held religious beliefs. “We understand that some individuals have well-founded convictions that lead them to discern they should not get vaccinated,” said the Catholic conference. The Catholic conference noted its previous affirmation that the use of some COVID-19 vaccines is “morally acceptable under certain circumstances.” It also stressed its cooperation with secular authorities and encouragement for Catholics to help each other and to help society “remain healthy and safe during this challenging time.” 6 letter signed by Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver and his fellow bishops in the state. We urge respect for each person’s convictions and personal choices,” the Colorado Catholic Conference said in an Aug. “In the case of the COVID-19 vaccine, we are convicted that the government should not impose medical interventions on an individual or group of persons. They also welcomed the City of Denver’s vaccination mandate for including a religious exemption. The Catholic bishops in Colorado have emphasized the need to respect those with conscientious objections to the COVID-19 vaccines and have provided a template letter for any Catholics with objections to mandatory vaccination.

Mass religious vaccine exemption letter