I join my fellow New Yorkers, both Catholic and non-Catholic, in denouncing the tragic decision of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislators in passing and celebrating the Reproductive Health Act. This act is taking the termination of unborn children to a new level of depravity.

As Catholics, we believe in the defense of human life from the earliest moments of conception. The New York State government has gravely saddened us with this decision. We strongly urge anyone who is concerned by this to speak to your local representatives and/or write a letter to Governor Cuomo’s office:

The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo
Governor of New York State
NYS State Capitol Building
Albany, NY 12224

As an act of reparation for this tragic event, St. Patrick’s Cathedral will pray the Rosary on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM in the Lady Chapel. We welcome our fellow New Yorkers in joining us in prayer at home. Let us continue to pray for all unborn children and may God guide us through this trying time.

Sincerely yours in Christ,
 




Monsignor Robert T. Ritchie, Rector

America's Parish Church : 5th Avenue and 51st Street