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Bishops Urge Faithful: Send Message
to Congress Today |
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"The only complete solution to this religious liberty problem is for HHS to rescind the mandate of these objectionable services."
- Feb. 10 USCCB Statement
WASHINGTON-A vote on the Respect for Rights on Conscience Act could happen as early as next week. The bishops are calling on Congress to pass, and the President to sign, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act. The bishops renew their call to the Catholic faithful, and to all Americans, to join together in this effort to protect religious liberty and freedom of conscience for all by contacting Congress now!The Catholic bishops of the United States recently pledged to continue efforts to correct the "literally unconscionable" decision by the Obama Administration to continue to demand that sterilization, abortifacients and contraception be included in virtually all health plans.
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A Heart Open to God's Will
Annunciation (March 25th) Novena |
 For centuries, March 25 has been celebrated by Catholics as the "Feast of the Annunciation." This beautiful novena to Our Blessed Mother includes an exerpt from the Gospel of Luke's Annunciation account, the novena prayer, and a reflection on the challenge of doing God's will in today's world. To order: call toll free at 1-866-582-0943 or go here.
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Life Issues Forum: Op/Ed |
 "The High Cost of Conscience"
-Tom Grenchik
At the end of the liturgical year, the Mass readings tell dramatic stories from the Books of Maccabees of simple folks standing courageously for their faith in the face of torture and death. Their exemplary witness can strengthen us as we defend our conscience rights and religious liberty which are under attack today..... . . . more.
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Respect Life Program
Monthly Featured Article: Contraception |
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The 2011-2012 Respect Life Program continues throughout the year with the theme "I Came So That All Might Have Life, and Have It to the Full." In addition to the eight pamphlets in the new "Life Matters" series, the packets also include a liturgy guide, clip art, bulletin inserts and more information for your parish or organization. Spread the Gospel of Life by ordering packets or packet items separately. This month's featured article is "Contraception". Contraception is a grave moral offense. Contrary to what its proponents say, contraception does not reduce the rate of abortion. Learn some of the hard facts in this pamphlet. To learn more about the Church's teaching on contraception and for related citations click here.Order materials here or call toll-free (866) 582-0943. |
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Meet the Intern |
 | | Lauren Walter |
Lauren Walter is a native of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. She earned her degree in education and concentration in Integrated Language Arts for grades 7-12 from Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio. After teaching junior and high school English for two years, she is now working toward a Masters in Theology at the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies of Marriage and Family while interning at the USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities. "It's such a gift to be able to serve the Church and the Pro-Life movement at the USCCB. This internship has further integrated my studies at the JPII Institute and my experience teaching young people. What a blessing it is to work with so many wonderful people in building the Culture of Life!" |
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Prayer Corner |
Prayer Petition
For Catholics in political life:
that a right understanding of our faith will inform their policy decisions, especially decisions involving the lives of vulnerable human beings;
We pray to the Lord . . . Check out Word of Life on our web site for more prayer petitions! |
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Mark Your Calendar |
- March 19 - Feast of St. Joseph, Spouse of theBlessed Virgin Mary
- March 26 - Feast of the Annunciation of our Lord
- April 8 -Easter Sunday
- April 29 - World Day of Prayer for Vocations
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JOIN People of Life | |
People of Life is the pro-life action campaign
of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Our mission is to promote respect and legal protection for all human life, from conception to natural death.
Become a member, e-mail
People of Life or visit here.
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