Voting & Political Engagement
We desire to equip and encourage our body to be engaged in political issues and voting.
Government policies impact our everyday lives, from traffic laws to healthcare to religious liberties.
We believe that God has given us three pillars upon which society is stabilized: government, family, and the church. The local, state, and national government have been established by God and given authority. As believers in Jesus Christ, we live in two different kingdoms with one supreme King.
How you can engage politically.
Pray. Pray regularly for our nations government and elected officials both locally and nationally. Pray for those who serve our country on the frontlines. Pray that your heart would be tender towards all people and political parties to love the way Jesus loved.
Vote. Vote in every local, city, and county election as well as national elections. Each major election year CityBridge hosts voting registration where members can ensure they are registered to vote.
Engage through service. Engage through serving with one of our community partners, a local school or neighborhood, running for a local office, or attending town hall meetings.
Voting: General Elections, Special Elections, & Primary Elections
General & Special Election (April 22 - May 4)
This election includes voting on Mayors, US Representatives, State Board of Education, County Chairs, Propositions and more!
Last day to register to vote is Thursday, April 4, 2024
Early voting: Monday, April 22, 2024 through Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Voting day: Saturday, May 4, 2024
Find locations and hours here.
Where to start for the 2024 Presidential Election
Individuals must be registered to vote by Monday, February 5, 2024 to vote in the 2024 Primary Election and by Monday, October 7, 2024 to vote in the 2024 Presidential Election.
Primary Election (Oct. 21 -Nov. 5)
In a primary election, voters will select the candidates to represent each party in the next General Election (November). Voters may only vote in one party primary.
Why does it matter:
Usually, primary elections offer voters the largest selection of viewpoints from which to choose.
Unlike the general election where we may find ourselves voting for “the lesser of two evils”, the variety of
candidates in the primary allows us to find a candidate more closely aligned with a Biblical worldview and
hopefully to advance that candidate to the general election.
In 2024 voters will vote on:
o Candidates for statewide offices such as Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and various Commissioners.
o A candidate to represent them in the United States Senate, Supreme Court, State Board of Education, and more.
o A variety of other local officials, such as County Judge and Commissioners, County Sheriff, Judges for various courts, Constable, and Justice of the Peace.
o Each party will have the opportunity to vote on issues (propositions) to provide opinions to guide candidates and elected officials.
Dates for the 2024 Primary Election:
Last day to register to vote is Monday, February 5, 2024
Early voting: Tuesday, February 20, 2024 through Friday, March 1, 2024
Voting day: Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Find locations and hours here.
Dates for the 2024 General/Presidential Election:
Last day to register to vote is Monday, October 7, 2024
Early voting: Monday, October 21, 2024 through Friday, November 1, 2024
Voting day: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Find locations and hours here.
How to Vote in Collin County:
1) Make sure you are registered to vote by the registration deadlines. You can check online on the Collin County Government Website to see if you are registered.
• If you are not registered, file a new application for voter registration.
2) Identify your voting precinct number.
3) Obtain a sample ballot. When available, you can search for your sample ballot here.
4) Identify the key issues and research candidates such as their stance of life, marriage, public debt, national defense, religious liberty, etc.
A helpful voting guide is iVoter Guide at ivoterguide.com
Search for each candidate’s website and read through their history, previous group involvement, and “Issues” page.
5) Apply Biblical principles to each candidate’s position to decide your preferred candidate.
6) Cast your vote at your local voting center. Find a location near you.
Important note: Cell phones and devices are not allowed to be brought out when you are in the poll booths voting. However, you are able to print and bring your sample ballot. We highly recommend you print and complete your sample ballot as you research. Then, bring your completed sample ballot into the polling booth with you!