Religious Freedom Week is a call for all Catholics to pray for and uphold religious freedom nationally and globally.  This year’s theme is “For the Good of All.”

Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski of Miami, the acting chairman of the USCCB’s Committee for Religious Liberty said, in part, that “religious freedom is the human right that guarantees all other rights — peace and creative living together will only be possible if freedom of religion is fully respected.” You can read Archbishop’s Wenski’s full statement here.

Bishop Knestout encourages the faithful of the Diocese of Richmond to join him this week in praying especially for the protection of religious freedom around the world. If you need some ideas for your own daily intentions, here are some ideas from the USCCB:

More information about Religious Freedom Week is available from the USCCB.