As a devout Catholic, I frequently communicate with my friends, family, and fellow parishioners through messages. It has come to my attention that the current emoji representing prayer beads does not align with the design of Catholic rosary beads. This discrepancy is distracting and fails to accurately represent our faith in digital communication.

Catholic rosary beads are unique; they consist of a string of beads with a crucifix or cross not a tassel. The current emoji depicts non-Catholic prayer beads which do not reflect this specific design. This might seem like a minor detail but for us Catholics, it carries significant importance.

With approximately 1.2 billion Catholics worldwide (according to Pew Research Center), there is an undeniable need for digital platforms to respect and accommodate our religious symbols accurately. By implementing an emoji that correctly represents Catholic rosary beads, we can ensure that our faith is appropriately represented in digital communication.

We urge those responsible for designing and implementing emojis to consider this request seriously. Let's work together towards creating an inclusive environment where all religions are accurately represented in every aspect including emojis.

Please sign this petition if you agree that we need an accurate representation of Catholic rosary beads in emojis!

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Como católico, quiero que el emoji del rosario represente adecuadamente el diseño católico con cuentas y crucifijo, no un borlón. Esto es importante para nuestra fe y para los 1.2 mil millones de católicos en el mundo. ¡Firma esta petición para pedir emojis más precisos!