According to RTE’s referendum exit poll, almost 9 out of 10 No voters were Catholics while 7 out of 10 Yes voters were also Catholics.
In many countries of the world, the Church must proclaim this Gospel of Life in the context of abortion being widely available, says Archbishop Eamon Martin to pilgrims in Knock.
As eyes turn to what happens next, pro-life campaigners are energetic about the future and refusing to concede this result as the end of the story, says Ciara Ferry in her post-referendum report.
"As Church we will continue to explore effective ways to support women and their unborn children, families in difficulty and women who have had an abortion” - Bishop Kevin Doran.
“No” campaigners appeal to undecided voters torn over hard cases to demand laws reflecting their views and reject abortion on request.
Repeal of the equal protection currently recognised as being owed to the unborn child would open the door to a systematic injustice, whereby the law denies the most basic and essential protections to those fully deserving of such concern.
Voting No is an expression of real compassion, both for women and for their unborn babies.
Ciara Ferry reports on this last Sunday before the referendum.
Former Taoiseach, John Bruton, has once again urged people to vote No in the referendum.
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Ireland is one of the safest places in the world to have a baby.
Proper supportive care given to expectant mother, which recognises both mother and baby, will lead to less abortions. That is one solution.
Abortion is not healthcare. A woman is never denied treatment or healthcare because of the law.
The death of the baby is not a treatment for any condition in the mother.
Last chance to “Stand up for life” at monster rally in Dublin today.
No doctor stands around waiting. A doctor actively manages his/her patients' needs, mother and child, from the first instance.
The decision of the Government to hold a referendum on repealing article 40.3.3 – the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of Ireland – is a major challenge to the respect for life that has been so much part of our culture for generations.
Article 40.3.3 – the Eighth Amendment of the Constitution – reads:
“The state [...]
Ad ban will affect No side 100% more than Repeal side as mainstream media “dominated by Yes side talking points,” says Iona.
“Defending the right to life of the unborn is the most important social justice issue of our time. It will shape the kind of Ireland we live in for years to come.” Finola Bruton is chair of the Parish Pastoral Council of Dunboyne & Kilbride.
No doctor stands around waiting. A doctor actively manages his/her patients' needs, mother and child, from the first instance.
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Seven bishops issue pastoral letters on Eighth Amendment over bank holiday weekend in a bid to influence more people to vote No in the upcoming referendum.
Please pray that the people of our country will choose to speak out in defence of life, the life of every innocent child growing in their mother’s womb.
