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Religious Freedom Week 2025: Witnesses to Hope
Religious freedom allows the Church, and all religious communities, to live out their faith in public and to serve the good of all. Beginning June 22, the feast of Sts. Thomas More and John Fisher, the USCCB invites Catholics to pray, reflect, and act to promote religious freedom.
Pray—Reflect—Act
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June 22: Political Polarization
Pray that Catholics will have the courage to put the truth of the gospel and fidelity to the Church above partisan politics.
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June 23: IVF Mandates
Pray for couples who suffer fertility challenges, and that political leaders would promote therapies that respect the dignity of all human persons.
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June 24: Catholic Healthcare
Pray that governments will respect the consciences of all people who care for the sick and vulnerable.
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June 25: Nicaragua
Pray for Christians in Nicaragua, where the Catholic Church faces brutal government persecution.
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June 26: Parental Choice in Education
Pray that governments would strengthen the ability for parents to direct the education of their children.
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June 27: Immigration Services
Pray that the Lord would protect vulnerable migrants and refugees, and that the Church enjoy the freedom to carry out the ministries that Christ has handed to her.
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June 28: Freedom to Serve the Common Good
Pray that government leaders would recognize the contributions that religious charities make to the common good.
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June 29: Nigeria
Pray for our brothers and sisters in Nigeria who are suffering violent religious conflict.