Capital Punishment, Euthanasia & Genocide

The Death Penalty

Over the years, Pope John Paul II was outspoken in his concerns about the use of  the death penalty. Here are some statements by the Holy Father as well as other Vatican documents and statements.

• Pope John Paul II

• The Catechism of the Catholic Church

• The Gospel of Life

• The Compendium of Catholic Social Teaching

Euthanasia/End of Life Issues

Link to Euthanasia/End of Life Issue at USCCB website

• USCCB Website

Genocide

• Genocide In Darfur

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Capital punishment and Euthanasia links are to articles on the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishop's website.