9 Days for Life LogoPrayers: Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be
Reflection
As Catholics, we believe and put our hope in a merciful and loving God. We are conscious of our own brokenness and need for redemption. Our Lord calls us to imitate him more perfectly by witnessing to the inherent dignity of every person, including those whose actions have been despicable. Our faith and hope is in the mercy of God who says to us, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy” (Mt 5:7) and “I desire mercy, not sacrifice” (Mt 9:13). As Christians, we are called to oppose the culture of death by witnessing to something greater and more perfect: a gospel of life, hope and mercy.
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Pope Francis
“The death penalty is an inhumane measure that humiliates, in any way it is pursued, human dignity,” Francis told a crowd of Catholic leaders on the 25th anniversary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, a book of Catholic doctrine.
“It is, of itself, contrary to the Gospel, because it is freely decided to suppress a human life that is always sacred,” he continued. “In the final analysis, God alone is the true judge and guarantor.” —Pope Francis
