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Easter Greetings,
May the love of Jesus Christ our Lord who has sacrificed his own life, so that we may have life and have it in abundance, be ever present in our hearts and minds. May the power of the Holy Spirit renew us and bring us closer to Christ through respect for life and love for one another.
This Holy Easter Season brings us the gift of two new saints, Pope John XXIII, and Pope John Paul II.
Pope Francis guides us to a better understanding through his homily on the celebration of the lives of two great saints, and how each followed Christ in the face of opposition through the power of faith, hope, and love. The papal writings of both St. John XXIII and St.John Paul II continue to help shape and guide the People of God to a deeper understanding of the human person in light of Christ. Bishop Murphy's Easter Letter invites us all to "join our lives to Christ and share in his mission". Together we join in the mission and celebrate the gift of life. Together, always, and especially this month we honor Mary the Blessed Mother and the gift of all mothers whose love and care continue to sustain and guide the lives of us all.
With Peace and the Joy of Hope,
Respect Life
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 The Canonization Of Pope John XXIII And Pope John Paul II
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Canonizing two recent popes in the presence of his immediate predecessor, Pope Francis praised the new Sts. John XXIII and John Paul II as men of courage and mercy, who responded to challenges of their time by modernizing the Catholic Church in fidelity to its ancient traditions.
"They were priests, bishops and popes of the 20th century," the pope said April 27, in his homily during Mass in St. Peter's Square. "They lived through the tragic events of that century, but they were not overwhelmed by them. For them, God was more powerful." Read More |
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Urge the Senate to be Pro-Women, Pro-Life
In January the State Assembly passed Governor Cuomo's ten-point "Women's Equality Act" (A.8070) which includes a dangerous abortion expansion component. The issue now moves to the State Senate where, last year, the members rightly passed nine individual bills benefitting women, but rejected the abortion expansion bill. Take Action______________________________________________
Let's Be Pro-Women and Pro-Life!
Please continue to urge your Assembly representative to pass the nine individual bills to benefit women that were passed by the Senate in June. The Senate rightly refused to vote on the tenth bill of the "Women's Equality Agenda," the bill to expand abortion in our state.
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LIFE ISSUES FORUM
An Encouraging Trend
By Deirdre McQuade
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A March 2014 Pew Research Center study found that Americans' support for the death penalty for convicted murderers is at its lowest level in three decades. In 1983, there was a significant gap between those in support of capital punishment (78%) and those against (18%). The majority supporting the death penalty has dropped to 55%, with a significant 37% opposing it. This major shift is an encouraging sign that, at least on this issue, society is shifting toward embracing the dignity of human life.
The polls do not probe into why people hold their beliefs or have changed them over time. I would like to think that, among other factors, Pope John Paul II's 1995 encyclical on life issues, Evangelium Vitae (EV/"The Gospel of Life") has played a significant role. In that teaching document the pope invited followers of Christ to be "unconditionally pro-life." Addressing the question of capital punishment, he said: "Modern society has the means of protecting itself without definitively denying criminals the chance to reform" (EV, 27). Read More
For more information on End of Life Issues visit our website respectlife.drvc.org/deathpenalty
For further reading on the Death Penalty Read USCCB "A Culture of Life and the Death Penalty".
Prayer For An End To The Death Penalty
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Respect Life Issue:
To Live Each Day with Dignity:
A Statement on Physician-Assisted Suicide
To live in a manner worthy of our human dignity, and to spend our final days on this earth in
peace and comfort, surrounded by loved ones-that is the hope of each of us. In particular,
Christian hope sees these final days as a time to prepare for our eternal destiny. Read More
Assisted suicide dies at the ballot box
by Kathleen M. Gallagher Pro Life Activities Director NYS Catholic Conference.
Actions to defeat the proposal, were led by pro-life organizations, medical groups, disability rights advocates and the Catholic Church.Read More
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Blessing of a Child in the Womb
The "Rite for the Blessing of a Child in the Womb" was crafted to support parents awaiting the birth of their child, to encourage parish prayers for -- and recognition of -- the precious gift of the child in the womb, and to foster respect for human life within society. It may be offered within the context of the Mass as well as outside of Mass. Related Resources: |
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Fortnight for Freedom also available as an app for Smartphones,
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The Respect Life Office of the Diocese of Rockville Centre is inviting ALL parish members who would like to know more about Respect Life and become involved in Respect Life Ministry. Registration and more information will be available in the next ENews |
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K of C Inter-Council Memorial Service for the Unborn
On Saturday May 10th, 2014 at 10 am, the K of C Inter-Council Memorial Service for the Unborn will be held at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Medford, led by Clergy.
The Unborn Memorial is at the east end of the cemetery-just as you come in the Rte 112 entrance, to the right.
Any questions etc. please call Pete Bertran (631) 289-2095.
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Couple Prayer Day
May 10, 2014, 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 a.m.
K of C Inter-Council Memorial Service for the Unborn
Saturday May 10th, 2014 at 10 am
Any questions etc. please call Pete Bertran (631) 289-2095.
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Parish Respect Life Leader - Back to Basics Training
The Respect Life Office of the Diocese of Rockville Centre is inviting
ALL parish members that would like to know more and be involved with
Respect Life Ministry in our diocese.
Introductory session on July 10 from 7 pm - 8 pm
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Deanery Coordinator Meeting
June, 19, 2014, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
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Life Matters - All Year Long
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DEUS CARITAS EST ... GOD IS LOVE
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THANK YOU VERY MUCH!
Allison O'Brien, Director
S. Elizabeth A. Geraghty, CSJ Project Rachel Ministry Coordinator
Diana Tellis, Ministry/Dept. Assistant
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Ashley Foster, Part Time Assistant
Haylee Greenwood, Respect Life Office Volunteer
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Videos & Books Recommendations
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The Respect Life Office has a variety of Life Issues DVDs and books to borrow. Please consider them for your parish or school and spread the word on Respect Life Issues See List
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OUR OFFICE
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RESPECT LIFE OFFICE
50 North Park Ave.
F: (516) 536-3473
Rockville Ctr., NY 11570
P: (516) 678-5800
Exts.626 & 381
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Project Rachel
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Bishop William Murphy Endorses the Gianna Center Model
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Open Your Hearts to Life!
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What to Expect When You're Expecting a Baby with Down Syndrome
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Life Matters: March for Life 2014
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