In this film, Bishop Dolan and Deacon Schoener address the Catholic Church’s teaching about suicide. They discuss the last four things, praying for all souls, compassionate and pastoral responses to suicide, Christ's mercy and judgement, and Church teaching on suicide.
If you are experiencing suicidal ideation, or if you are concerned for the safety of someone you know, it is important to seek help immediately. Crisis phone numbers for several countries are listed below. If you are looking for local mental health services or information in another location or language, we encourage you to search online or reach out to your local parishes and health care providers.
Australia: 000 | Canada: 1-833-456-4566 or 911 | European Union: 112 | New Zealand: 111 | United States: 988 or 911 | United Kingdom: 999
Warning: Not suitable for children. This resource and films address difficult and sensitive topics, and may not be appropriate for a young audience. It is not recommended for people aged 17 and younger.
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