Philadelphia, Pa., Jul 13, 2010 / 02:09 am
Cardinal Justin Rigali will deliver the opening address of a Conference on Addictions which will consider the pastoral concerns regarding addiction. The cardinal warns that people of all backgrounds and ages can be affected by addiction, noting that the inviolable dignity of the person is especially relevant in this area.
The conference will focus on the relation between the sacred and the therapeutic dimensions of clinical pastoral care in addictions ministry, a press release from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia says. Issues of prevention, treatment and recovery will be addressed as well as the pastoral care of individuals and families.
The event is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 5 at the Sheraton City Center Hotel in Philadelphia and will close with an afternoon Mass celebrated by the cardinal at the Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul.
Cardinal Rigali’s opening address will be based on his book “Let the Oppressed Go Free: Breaking the Bonds of Addiction,” published as part of Basilica Press’ Shepherd’s Voice Series.