Opposing Executions
As a faith-driven advocate, you have the power to stop state-sanctioned killing.
Advocates for Mercy
In the United States, where dozens of execution dates are scheduled each year, it’s crucial for Catholics to stand together as advocates against these threats to human life. Representing 22% of the U.S. population, Catholics hold significant moral influence capable of rousing public opposition to upcoming executions and even swaying legal outcomes in capital cases.
Simply put, Catholic pro-life witness has the potential to halt executions and save lives. That’s why we’re harnessing the power of Catholic advocacy to speak out against every impending execution in the United States.
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Every month, we’ll send you timely advocacy actions, keeping you informed about upcoming cases that need your urgent attention. Subscribers are invited to write letters directly to those in positions of power who are capable of halting upcoming executions.
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Don’t Wait: Help Stop an Execution Now
There are people scheduled for execution who need your advocacy. Take action now to stop these acts of state-sanctioned violence.
STOP the Execution of Stephen Bryant
Add your name to this letter to Governor Henry McMaster urging him to STOP the execution of Stephen Bryant. South Carolina plans to execute Stephen Bryant on November 14, 2025 for the 2004 murders of Willard Tietjen, Clifton Gainey, and Christopher Burgess. We oppose this execution as we do every execution. Capital punishment is an…STOP the Execution of Richard Randolph (Malik Abdul-Sajjad)
Please contact Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Board of Executive Clemency urging them to stop the execution of Richard Randolph (Malik Abdul-Sajjad). Florida plans to execute Richard Randolph (Malik Abdul-Sajjad) on November 20, 2025 for the 1988 murder of Minnie Ruth McCollum. We oppose this execution as we do every execution. Capital punishment is…STOP the Execution of Bryan Jennings
Please contact Governor Ron DeSantis urging him to stop the execution of Bryan Jennings. Florida plans to execute Bryan Jennings on November 13, 2025 for the 1979 murder of Rebecca Kunash. We oppose this execution as we do every execution. Capital punishment is an act of state sanctioned violence that violates the sacred dignity of…STOP the Execution of Tremane Wood
Please contact Governor Kevin Stitt and urge him to accept the recommendation of the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board and grant clemency to Tremane Wood. Oklahoma plans to execute Tremane Wood on November 13, 2025 for the 2001 murder of Ronnie Wipf. We oppose this execution as we do every execution. Capital punishment is an…
What is clemency?
When someone is granted clemency, their sentence is either reduced or they are granted a total pardon.
For many people on death row, the request for clemency is to reduce their sentence from the death penalty to life in prison without the chance of parole. Applying for clemency is often one of the last efforts someone facing execution can make to spare their life, even after all appeals have been exhausted.
How is clemency granted?
The procedures for granting clemency vary by state. Generally, an application for clemency will first go to a board of pardons and paroles. The board’s decision will then be referred to a governor.
Clemency is not frequently granted in capital cases. On the occasions that it is, it is typically because of mental illness, poor legal representation, or possibility of wrongful conviction.
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