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03/05/2013
Catholic Bishops Oppose Abortion Legislation
The Catholic Bishops of Ireland have released a statement saying that the Protection of Life in Pregnancy Bill is a morally unacceptable change to Irish legislation.
The statement said: "The Gospel of Life is at the heart of the message of Jesus; the deliberate decision to deprive an innocent human being of life is always morally wrong.
"We uphold the right to life as the foundation of every other human right. We encourage a deeper understanding of the inviolability of the right to life of both a mother and her unborn child, in all circumstances.
"Accordingly, at this crucial time, it is essential that all who share these beliefs make them clear to their legislators.
"The Bill also appears to impose a duty on Catholic hospitals to provide abortions.
"This would be totally unacceptable and has serious implications for the existing legal and Constitutional arrangements that respect the legitimate autonomy and religious ethos of faith-based institutions.
"It would also pose serious difficulties for the conscientious beliefs of many citizens."
(CD)
The statement said: "The Gospel of Life is at the heart of the message of Jesus; the deliberate decision to deprive an innocent human being of life is always morally wrong.
"We uphold the right to life as the foundation of every other human right. We encourage a deeper understanding of the inviolability of the right to life of both a mother and her unborn child, in all circumstances.
"Accordingly, at this crucial time, it is essential that all who share these beliefs make them clear to their legislators.
"The Bill also appears to impose a duty on Catholic hospitals to provide abortions.
"This would be totally unacceptable and has serious implications for the existing legal and Constitutional arrangements that respect the legitimate autonomy and religious ethos of faith-based institutions.
"It would also pose serious difficulties for the conscientious beliefs of many citizens."
(CD)
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