DAY FOR LIFE 2026
Sunday 21 June is this year’s Day for Life, the annual day in the Church dedicated to raising awareness about the meaning and value of human life at every stage and in every condition.
This year’s theme is The Wonder of the Child in the Womb. Archbishop John Sherrington, Archbishop of Liverpool and Bishop for Life for England and Wales, has joined with Bishop Kevin Doran of Elphin and Bishop John Keenan of Paisley in offering a reflection on the theme and encouraging prayerful support for parents, families and all who have experienced the loss of a child.
Resources to mark the Day for Life
- Archbishop John Sherrington and the bishops’ shared reflection for Day for Life 2026
- Archbishop Sherrington reflects on this year’s theme in an interview with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference
- Bidding prayers and prayers for baby loss and bereaved parents
- Pope Leo has shared a message for the Day for Life, which can be read here https://www.cbcew.org.uk/papal-message-day-for-life-2026/
- Relating to last year's theme: Archbishop Sherrington's statement on the reintroduction of the terminally ill adults bill
Listen:
Archbishop John reflects on this year’s theme and the wonder of the child in the womb in an interview with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference.
Archbishop Sherrington reflects on the wonder of the child in the womb
Pray:
“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14).
Use the Day for Life bidding prayers and prayers for parents who have experienced baby loss. You may also wish to pray through the intercession of St Gerard Majella, patron saint of expectant mothers, childbirth and unborn children. (Saint Gerard Majella C.Ss.R)
Support:
Keep in your prayers all parents, families and communities who accompany children before birth and those who continue to grieve the loss of a child.
Further resources and information can be found on the archdiocesan website, and on the Bishop's Conference website.
Day For Life Archives - Catholic Bishops' Conference
https://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/news/day-for-life-how-you-can-get-involved
