“Our society is called to discover the dignity of the disabled, to accept them and to integrate them in social life, even if much still remains to be done to ensure that the dignity of every human being is truly respected and that no one ever undermine the gift of life, especially when one is dealing with infants with a disability. They remind us of the meaning and value of every life.” John Paul II (Address to the Faith and Light Movement, Thursday, 26 September 2002)
The Catholic Church proclaims that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society.
We believe people have a right and a duty to participate in society, seeking together the common good and well-being of all.
The Catholic tradition teaches that human dignity can be protected and a healthy community can be achieved only if human rights are protected and responsibilities are met.
"Human beings need to form relationships with others within families and communities. They need to live in an atmosphere of trust, security, and mutual affection. They need to be valued, accepted and supported in real and warm relationships." Charter of L’Arche.