MANILA, Philippines — A Catholic bishop on Sunday called on the faithful to promote a culture of life amid continuing killings of civilians through the government’s bloody war on drugs. Cultures are formed when they are expressed,” said Manila Bishop Broderick Pabillo, adding that people must speak out against the culture of death. ADVERTISEMENTThe bishop said the culture of death persisted because the public had chosen to remain silent, as extrajudicial killings continued five years into President Duterte’s term. “The culture of life believes that in everyone, there is goodness that can be brought out. ‘A dignified life’The bishop warned, however, that the culture of life may only be practiced if speaking out against killings was coupled with action by supporting the sick and the needy.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer June 27, 2021 20:37 UTC