More than 45,000 faithful have signed in support of the Italian bishop who has faced criticism for his firm defense of human life, in a gesture that underscores the adherence of broad sectors of the Christian community to his pastoral leadership and to the Church’s teaching on dignity from conception, as reported by ACI Prensa.
The support initiative was triggered after the prelate—whose name has become an emblem of the defense of the right to life—was targeted by attacks from social and media sectors opposed to his firm stance against abortion and other practices that threaten human life.
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A support that exceeds expectations
The signature collection not only reached a significant number in a short time, but has become a symbol of support for the bishop and for his public defense of Catholic doctrine. More than 45,000 people have wanted to express themselves through their signature, which shows that the prelate’s stance is not an isolated case, but finds echo among numerous faithful who share his convictions.
The support is not limited to his local diocese, but has extended to various places, demonstrating that the cause of life remains a sensitive and central issue for many Catholics and people of good will.
A bishop who embodies the Church’s teaching
The defense that the bishop has made of human life is not based on an ideological stance, but on the Church’s teaching, which affirms the inviolable dignity of every human being from the moment of conception until natural death. His commitment has been highlighted by numerous faithful as an example of pastoral courage and fidelity to Catholic doctrine in a social context marked by relativist positions.
The bishop’s response: gratitude and encouragement
In the face of the wave of support, the bishop has expressed his deep gratitude for each signature and each message of encouragement received. His response has been oriented toward reminding that his ministry is founded on service to Christ and to his Church, and that the protection of human life is a moral duty that resides at the heart of the Gospel.