A Primer on Respect Life Ministry

Deacon Rich Fedor explains that Respect Life Ministry focuses on upholding the inherent and inviolable dignity of every person. According to Fedor, this ministry is motivated by the belief that human dignity is a divine gift from God that remains constant, regardless of a person's circumstances.

Fedor distinguishes human dignity from the concept of quality of life. He notes that while quality of life is a human concept that changes based on experiences and circumstances, dignity is an objective truth that cannot be earned or lost. He states that the work of the ministry involves promoting a culture of life and living a consistent ethic of life by recognizing that almost every issue involves a human person.