Luanda - The bishop of the Anglican Church in Angola, Filomena Teta, reiterated on Friday, in Luanda, the commitment of her institution to morality and social civility, in the face of constant situations that distort the true role of the family and society.
Filomena Teta was speaking at the seventh Synod of the Diocese of the Good Shepherd of the Anglican Church, running until next Sunday, with the purpose of evaluating the church's performance this year and putting into perspective the priorities for 2025.
In her view, as a partner of the State, the church has several challenges of the social forum, including the promotion of human dignity, awareness on the issues of vandalism of public property, early pregnancy, domestic violence and gender equality.
According to the bishop, the church has helped in the promotion of human dignity and in the care of the people, seeking that they achieve a dignified life and are guided by morality and social respect.
As for the fight against vandalism, Filomena Teta highlighted the importance of teaching children, from an early age, not to destroy public property.
Therefore, she emphasized the need for the church to continue to promote the education of young people, based on the appreciation and care of all public heritage.
In her speech, Filomena Teta referred to the protection of children's rights, mentioning the initiative of the 'Safe Church' project.
This project aims to guarantee the protection of all children
In addition, she also stressed that the church has developed a program that aims to prevent early marriage, childhood pregnancy and sexual abuse of minors.
In this context, the religious highlighted the work for the empowerment of women and female leadership in any sector of society.
'Women in Angola must feel capable of embracing any challenge, anywhere,' she stressed.
During the three days, delegates to the Synod of the Anglican Church will discuss issues related to the internal life of the institution and the social situation of the population.
The Anglican Church was founded in 1534. ANM/OHA/DOJ
