Fr Rory Writes:
Prisoners’ Sunday – October 13th
This year, on October 13th, we mark Prisoners’ Sunday, the national day of prayer and action for prisoners and their dependents. It is a day to direct our thoughts and prayers to prisoners, their families and their children. Prisoners’ Sunday provides an important opportunity to reflect on how we as a community can make a difference to the lives of those who are affected by the criminal justice system. It is a time to identify those who are in crisis and find themselves in need of support in our own community.
The work of Pact is the daily embodiment of the most fundamental values of Catholic Social Teaching, the belief in the innate dignity of every human being. The services created by Pact are in direct response to the needs of prisoners, their families and communities. Pact, its staff and volunteers are unrelenting in their dedication to accompanying people on their journey through the criminal justice system to a fresh start.
2019 sees the end of Pact’s anniversary year, which marked 120 years of service. Their work is needed now more than ever and I invite you to support them in any way that you can.