Kerala March for Life Poster Unveiled

Thrissur: As a prelude to India’s March for Life in Thrissur, the poster for Kerala March for Life – a life-protection awareness rally – was unveiled by KCBC President His Beatitude Cardinal Baselios Cleemis Catholicos. The ceremony took place at POC, Palarivattom.

Key Messages and Speakers

Cardinal Baselios emphasized the need for all individuals and groups to participate in the movement for human life protection. The event featured speeches by:

• Bishop Dr. Paul Antony Mullassery, KCBC Pro-Life Samithy Chairman
• Vice Chairmen Mar Jose Pulickal and Bishop Yoohanon Mar Theodosius
• KCBC Deputy Secretary Fr. Jacob Palackappilly
• KCBC Pro-Life Committee Director Fr. Dr. Kleetus V. Kathirparambil, Ph.D.
• President Mr. Johnson Abraham Chooreparambil
• General Secretary Mr. James Azhchangadan
• Animator Mr. Sabu Jose
• KCBC Vigilance Commission Secretary Fr. Michael Pulickal CMI

March Details

The Kerala March for Life will commence on July 2 from Kanhangad in Kasaragod district. The pro-life message rally will traverse 14 districts and 32 dioceses, organizing pro-life meetings at approximately 300 centres. This extensive journey aims to raise awareness about the sanctity of life and encourage collective efforts to protect it.

About the Pro-Life Movement

The pro-life movement is a social and political movement that advocates against abortion and euthanasia, promoting the belief that human life should be protected from conception to natural death. Rooted in the conviction that life is a fundamental right, the movement seeks to create a culture that values and respects every human life.

Significance to Society

The pro-life movement plays a crucial role in advocating for policies and practices that protect the most vulnerable members of society. By raising awareness and providing support, the movement works to ensure that every life is valued and protected. It emphasizes the importance of compassionate care and support for individuals facing difficult life circumstances, promoting alternatives to abortion and end-of-life care that respect the dignity of the person.

Support in the Catholic Church

The Catholic Church has been a staunch supporter of the pro-life movement, advocating for the sanctity of life through its teachings and actions. The Church emphasizes the moral responsibility to protect life at all stages, providing pastoral care and support for those affected by issues related to abortion and euthanasia. Through initiatives like the March for Life, the Church seeks to mobilize its members and the broader community to uphold the dignity of human life and work towards a society that values and protects every individual.

The Kerala March for Life is a testament to the unwavering commitment of the Catholic Church and the broader community to the pro-life cause. As the rally moves through various districts and dioceses, it aims to inspire and mobilize people to advocate for life and support those in need. The event underscores the importance of collective action in creating a culture that respects and cherishes human life.