Igreja no Brasil inicia Semana Nacional da Vida

The Church in Brazil began the National Week for Life on October 1, 2026. Organized annually by the Commission for Life and the Family of the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil (CNBB), the event runs until October 8, Dia do Nascituro. This year's theme is "O sentido da vida," using a verse from the Gospel of John as its motto.

Father Rodolfo Chagas Pinho, an advisor to the Commission for Life and the Family, stated that reflecting on the meaning of life is urgent in a society facing scientific and technological advances alongside loneliness, anxiety, violence, and the loss of hope. He noted that these questions affect children, young people, adults, the elderly, the sick, and families.

To mark the start of the week, the Episcopal Commission for Life and the Family suggests celebrating the Sinal da Alegria by ringing church bells on October 1. On October 8, Dia do Nascituro, the faithful are called to observe the Sinal da Esperança by lighting candles and praying the Oração do Nascituro. The Commission provides the Hora da Vida resource, which is contained in the same booklet used for the National Family Week.