There is no way to meet the present challenge without a significant degree of real loss. But that does not mean these decisions have to be pitched as zero-sum battles.

By enrolling in a largely pro-choice public health program I was able to articulate a pro-life vision that I could truly believe in.

When asked to describe what a good death meant for them, many readers referred to surviving family and friends in their answers.

The unprecedented decision was made on the final day of their meeting May 15-17 with Pope Francis.