Church in Venezuela calls for restoration of democracy

In a statement released at the end of their Ordinary Plenary Venezuela9;s Episcopal Conference, tells Vatican News that the Church in the country aims to 'accompany the people...

Processes of reconciliation, mutual recognition, and peace

Regarding the desire to live in peace and freedom, the bishops state that sustainable progress of the nation.

They emphasize the need to repeal laws that restrict fundamental rights, especially those related to freedom of expression, voting, and the functioning of civil style='font-family:Tahoma,Geneva,sans-serif'>The Bishops of Venezuela then reaffirm the importance of guaranteeing the human and civil rights of all, reminding that respect for the dignity of the person is the basis of the peaceful and sustainable progress of the nation.

They emphasize the need to repeal laws that restrict fundamental rights, especially those related to freedom of expression, voting, and the functioning of civil organizations.

The bishops also share their positive view regarding the fact that some individuals imprisoned for political reasons or for freely expressing their ideas have been released, and reiterate their call for the complete release of all political prisoners.

They also express support for the approval of a general, broad, and inclusive amnesty law as a crucial step toward reconciliation and democratic coexistence.

Amid the recent political developments in Venezuela, the country’s Bishops invite children and teachers to begin the new school year in the hope of building a society based on ...

A future with attention to the poorest

The text then calls for the building of a future of freedom and justice, strengthening the family as the foundation for the integral development of individuals and fostering the participation of all sectors of society.

In it, the bishops insist on overcoming poverty, which affects a large part of the population. They emphasize the need for resources from the oil industry to be allocated to improving salaries and social programs - designed justly and not based on partisan clientelism - to ensure that citizens can live and meet their basic material, social, and intellectual needs.

Lastly, the bishops invite Venezuelans to find light and strength through daily prayer to face the current challenges. This includes through practices such as prayerful reading of the Word, Eucharistic adoration, the Stations of the Cross, and spiritual encounters during Lent, which will help strengthen bonds as children of the same land.

Trusting in the intercession of the Virgin Mary of Coromoto, the bishops finally urge everyone to take on with courage and generosity their responsibilities in order to collectively find the progress of the homeland through paths of freedom, justice, and peace.

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