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Pope Francis gives support to Day for Life 2019

It is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the meaning and value of human life at every stage.

The Catholic bishops of England and Wales, Ireland and Scotland have agreed that the theme for Day for Life 2019 will tackle the reality of domestic abuse.

 
 
One in four women and about one in six men suffer from domestic abuse in their lifetime.

Two women are killed every week in England by a partner or ex-partner, according to the Office for National Statistics.
 
Bishop John Sherrington, the bishop responsible for Day for Life in England and Wales, said: "These shocking statistics call us to fight against the scourge of domestic abuse. 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. Domestic abuse is often a hidden problem, and our aim is for anyone experiencing domestic abuse to feel able to have confidence to seek help within the Church setting.

"We want to raise awareness in our churches which would be a step towards addressing this serious moral and social problem."
 
The Secretariat of State of His Holiness Pope Francis sent the following message of support: "His Holiness Pope Francis sends his cordial best wishes to all those celebrating the 2019 Day for Life being held in England and Wales, Scotland and Ireland.

"As they consider the theme of the Scourge of Domestic Abuse, and in particular the shameful ill-treatment to which women are sometimes subjected (cf Amoris Laetitia, 54), His Holiness prays that their efforts to support the most vulnerable of our brothers and sisters will bear much fruit and contribute to a growing commitment to fight against all form of exploitation.

"The responsibility to share the good news that every human life is beautiful and sacred is a noble calling, and the Holy Father offers his encouragement to all who strive to promote a culture of life, gladly imparting his Apostolic Blessing as a pledge of strength and peace in the Lord."
 
The good work carried out by the National Board of Catholic Women and other groups is of vital importance.

This year, Day for Life will be celebrated on 16th June in England and Wales, 31st May in Scotland and 1st October in Ireland.

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