US Bishops: Human Composting and Alkaline Hydrolysis Disrespect the Human Body
The USCCB reiterates the Church’s preference for burial of the deceased and stating that newer methods do not show respect for the human body.
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‘Human Composting’ Debate: A Deeper Dive into the Catholic Teaching on the Dignity of Human Remains
Human composting and human liquefying are now legal in some states, and although the Vatican hasn’t weighed in on these specific means, the Church has clear teachings on burying the dead.
March for Life 2023 (Jan. 21)
This Friday men and women, young and old from around the country rallied in Washington, D.C., against the tragedy of abortion. Their protest marks the anniversary of Roe v. Wade — which was decided 50 years ago on Jan 22, 1973 — despite the fact that Roe has been overturned. Pro-life organizers told the Register’s national reporter Lauretta Brown that the marches are now more important than ever. She joins now to explain why. Then we turn to a different kind of pro-life question: Is human composting a moral option? Register columnist John Grondelski joins us to explain the Church’s teaching on proper Christian burial.
