P R A Y I N G W I T H T H E C H U R C H
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That human society may be solicitous in the care of all those stricken with AIDS, especially children and women, and that the Church may make them feel the Lord's love.
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On the occasion of commemorating the WORLD DAY against AIDS human society every where is asked to make a renewed and conscious commitment to the lasting prevention of the spread of this pandemic and the scourge of AIDS. This planetary evil has brought about a global crisis and can be met only with an action that is equally global and united. Governments in the United Nations have committed by a Declaration to struggle against HIV/AIDS. This was an important moment of affirming awareness and political commitment at a world level in favour of a strong, global and decisive reaction and response by the international community.
However, difficult social, cultural and economic situations in many countries have thwarted the fight against this epidemic. There can be no doubt that a defense and promotion of health is required from all agencies that would make this fight a sign of unconditional love for everyone, and which meets the human needs of every individual and the community.
The Catholic Church continues to make her contribution both as regards prevention and in the caring for people afflicted by HIV/AIDS and their families at the level of medical care and assistance and at the social, spiritual and pastoral levels.
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