'When we reject the moral teachings of the Catholic Church, we reject the gift of life, marriage, and family — and destroy traditional Christian Filipino culture,' said Dr. Bullecer of HLI Philippines.
Cardinal Rosales said that divorce is contrary to divine law and that those asking the Church to change her teaching are asking her to overrule God and ignore the Bible.
'The reality is that condoms cannot guarantee protection from HIV/AIDS, despite what their promoters say. There is no such thing as ‘safe sex,’ especially when one engages in behavior that is known to spread the disease,' said Dr. Rene Bullecer, HLI Philippines country director.
'Just as Our Lady appeared to Juan Diego so long ago to help the Mexican people embrace a Culture of Life, the joyful message of hope is still true for all peoples – in all cultures,' said HLI's Dr. Bullecer.
Catholic island nation reaches milestone despite intense pressure from Obama administration to legalize abortion and enforce coercive population control.
According to the bishops, "Catholics should not, on moral grounds, seek employment in the very government agencies that promote artificial contraception."