"The gift of a new child, entrusted by the Lord to a father and a mother, begins with acceptance, continues with lifelong protection and has as its final goal the joy of eternal life," – Pope Francis.
In a pastoral letter issued for the Church’s annual ‘Day for Life' the Bishops express concern over the number of terrible cases of domestic abuse in Ireland in recent years which have led to extreme violence and murder.
“The Word of God neither ages nor ceases to be relevant, no matter what changes occur in our society.”
“For those who are experiencing domestic abuse, the home is far from being a place of security and self-fulfilment. Too often it is a place of suffering, fear, degradation and isolation.”
The Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin, uses his ‘Day for Life’ message as a rallying call to all who support the pro-life movement and agenda.
Over 300,000 postcards to be distributed to parishioners this weekend about the wonderful gift of human life.
“We are honoured that the Holy Father has expressed his prayerful support to us here in Ireland” - Archbishop O'Reilly.
“Every human life is worth living and worthy of our utmost care and protection to its natural end."
300,000 postcards offering advice on 'end of life' decisions distributed at UK Day for Life today. "God will call us in his good time, and the time we have left for living and loving is always short."
On Church's Day for Life, Bishops cite inspiring example of Kerry teenager Donal Walsh and urge people to 'live life!'
Bishop Leahy pays tribute to Donal Walsh who “encouraged us all to really value the gift of every moment.”
Combat culture of death with adequate legal protection Pontiff urges.
Sixtieth anniversary of the ‘rosary crusade’ led by Irish-born Fr Patrick Peyton to be honoured.
Church and world needs the witness of religious and consecrated lay people.
"No person should ever be marginalised or set aside," Bishop Duffy.
‘Care for Life: It’s Worth It’ focuses on care for unborn and mothers, the elderly and the suicidal.
