Our catholic belief, along with most other faith traditions, is that our lives belong to an infinitely loving God. It is God’s decision when our natural lives will end.
This billboard expresses a secular and highly individualistic philosophy that counters this belief.
Its message can be troubling and even dangerous for people who are depressed or adolescents struggling with age-appropriate issues. The message is simplistic and misguided. Our communities, through multiple agencies, organizations and individuals, rightly concentrates on reaching out to persons who are troubled and going through difficult situations with love, understanding and help.
George Wesolek
Director, Office of Public Policy and Social Concerns
Archdiocese of San Francisco
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