Colombia’s highly polarised presidential election has become a source of concern for the nation’s Catholic Church, which has released a number of statements during the process in an effort to steer Catholics away from the paths of violence and irrationality. The upcoming runoff, scheduled for June 21, will pit right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella…
Ahead of runoff, Church concerned about political violence in Colombia
Colombian President Gustavo Petro gestures as he speaks during an event in Ibague October 3, 2025. Photo: OSV News/Luisa Gonzalez, Reuters.