Respect Life

"A society lacks solid foundations when, on the one hand, it asserts values such as the dignity of the person, justice and peace, but then, on the other hand, radically acts to the contrary by allowing or tolerating a variety of ways in which human life is devalued and violated, especially where it is weak or marginalized."

John Paul II, Evangelium Vitae no. 93

 

 

THE NAZARETH PROJECT AND RESPECT LIFE

 

The U.S. Bishop’s Pastoral Plan indicates four areas of Respect Life Activity:

  1. Public information and education
  2. Pastoral care
  3. Public policy
  4. Prayer and worship

The Nazareth Project provides resources and support for all areas of the Pastoral Plan, with the exception of public policy. For information on public policy and respect life activity, please visit the Catholic Social Justice Ministry Office.

 

USCCB Resources:

    “Prayers and Events Promoting Life and Liberty in October and Throughout the

      Year of Faith”

Pastoral Resources for Respect Life Issues

 
Providing pastoral care to those in need is a primary way that the Church expresses its love for all God’s children.   USCCB Pastoral Plan, p. 20
 
 

 Pro-Life prayer and liturgical resources

 
Only with prayer—prayer that storms the heavens for justice and mercy, prayer that cleanses our hearts and our souls—will the culture of death that surrounds us today be replaced with a culture of life.   USCCB Pastoral Plan, p. 31
 
 

Catholic teaching on Respect for Life

 

Any program that takes place in the public square should affirm the value of human life in the manner of its expression as well as the content, seeking to explain and persuade, while showing respect to all who disagree.  USCCB Pastoral Plan, p. 19
 

Fortnight for Freedom 2013 Talking Points

CALENDAR: RESPECT LIFE PROGRAMS

 

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