Respect Life Ministry
Respect Life Ministry
For the Church, there is no distinction between defending human life and promoting the dignity of the human person. As a gift from God, every human life is sacred from conception to natural death. The life and dignity of every person must be respected and protected at every stage and in every condition. The right to life is the first and most fundamental principle of human rights that leads Catholics to actively work for a world of greater respect for human life and greater commitment to justice and peace.
Resources
National Committee for a Human Life Amendment
Learn MoreFind life-giving help and support, or get involved
"Walking with Moms in Need", a nationwide initiative, is an effort to strengthen our pastoral responses to women facing unexpected or challenging pregnancies and to increase awareness of the resources available to mothers and families in need. Every parish in the United States is invited to join in.
Learn MorePost Abortion Healing
Project Rachel offers opportunities for reconciliation and healing for women, and for all, who suffer emotional and spiritual pain from an abortion experience.
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News
Bishop's FAITH magazine column
"In defense of women and children"
Read Bishop Walkowiak's latest column, "In defense of women and children". Vote ‘NO’ on ‘Reproductive Freedom for All’
Read Bishop's Column HereBishop's FAITH magazine column on building a culture of life
Read Bishop Walkowiak's column, "Building a culture of life means changing hearts and minds"
Bishop Walkowiak's statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court overruling Roe v. Wade
“The United States Supreme Court’s decision moves America one step closer to protecting human life from its earliest stages of existence. The Catholic Church remains committed to helping women and couples who are facing unexpected or difficult pregnancies. For every pregnant woman who may be unsure of what is next, the Catholic Church is here.”
Read Bishop's Statement HereLearn more about the following issues related to Respect Life Ministry:
Abortion|End of Life|Environment |Family Support|Health Care
Healing from Abortion|Human Trafficking | Natural Family Planning|Justice for Immigrants
Poverty
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) on Human Life & Dignity
USCCB Respect Life Program