Dublin Pro-Life "Rally For Life" (Preparations)

To quote the organizers: "The Rally for Life in Dublin city centre was an outstanding success. Precious Life organised buses from all across Northern Ireland to take people to the 'Rally for Life'. They joined with thousands of other people from all around Ireland, and abroad, gathered at Parnell Square. "

Catholic bishops across the island of Ireland encouraged their flocks to participate in this annual pro-life march.

"Life is our most precious gift," said Bishop Philip Boyce of the Diocese of Raphoe, calling the rally a "celebration of life." "To attend or take part in it in any way is a worthwhile endeavour to pursue as Catholics. We stand up for God's gift of life."

Ireland, both north and south, is one of the last remaining places in Europe where abortion is still illegal. However, according to the organisers, "the country's pro-life laws are under assault from pro-abortion campaigners in Ireland, the UK, European Union, and United Nations".

The colour and the enthusiasm of the marchers grabbed the attention of Dublin shoppers on a busy Saturday afternoon. Streets were closed to traffic so as to accommodate the large crowd and the rally participants enjoyed themselves dancing and singing as they travelled from Parnell Square to Kildare Street. At the end of the march they were addressed by pro-life speakers including the Director and founder of Precious Life, Bernadette Smyth.

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[mammyoriordan]

Just behind that monument is the Rotunda Hospital - I had my four kids there and - they also treated me for an ECTOPIC pregnancy!!! Let no one deceive you that ectopic pregnancy is not treated in Ireland!!! - Blessings - Rene

[2958456739]

Too right. Come to Belfast next year for the Rally for Life.

[just1inchrist]

Life is sacred from the moment of conception