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Archive (Advocacy and Education)

  • Tell Congress! Tiny preborn lives are at stake – Take action!
    New proposals in Congress threaten human life, the family, and religious freedom. Read more and take action.
  • Pro-Life Chair Responds to IVF Issues
    Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, chair of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities, spoke about the gift of life in response to the growing attention to assisted reproductive technologies. Read his full statement here.
  • In Vitro Fertilization: The Human Cost
    In Vitro Fertilization: The Human Cost In vitro fertilization (IVF) is marketed as a safe and effective way to help couples have children. However, it is responsible for well-documented injuries to children before and after birth, as well as to the health of women and the well-being of families. Learn more here.
  • USCCB IS CALLING FOR A NATIONWIDE INVITATION TO PRAYER BEGINNING MARCH 25
    The USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to join a Nationwide Invitation to Prayer for a focused effort for the end of abortion and for the protection of women and preborn children, to St. Joseph, Defender of Life beginning on March 25. On March 26, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case ...
  • Mass of Healing for Miscarriage and Infant Loss – Elizabeth Ministry
    The Church provides a means for mourning and support through the Liturgy of the Most Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Parents and siblings, grandparents, family members and friends are all welcome to attend this Mass in remembrance of their child(ren). Invitation flyer.
  • U.S. Bishops’ Pro-Life Chairman Asks for “Radical Solidarity” with Mothers in Respect Life Month Statement
    Since 1973, the Catholic Church in the United States has observed October as “Respect Life Month.” This year, Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on Pro-Life Activities invites Catholics to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Respect Life Month by embracing “radical solidarity” with women facing ...
  • Diocesan Respect Life Sunday Mass
    Please join Bishop Salvatore Matano and the Diocesan family to celebrate the beginning of the Respect Life Month in October in a Mass on Sunday, October 1 @ 11:15am at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Invite others to join us in prayer as we pray that all, in God’s love and compassionate love, choose life. View the ...
  • After Roe: Becoming a Strong Pro-Life Advocate
    On October 17 @ St. Mark’s Church you are invited to please join the parish community of St. Mark’s Church for a presentation by Fr. Jim Hewes, recognized and respected advocate for the Gospel of Life in the Diocese of Rochester. For more information please view the flyer invitation.
  • Statement from the Chairman of the USCCB Pro-Life Committee on the Anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization
    June 24, 2023, marks the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, and we have much to celebrate! Read the statement here.
  • Letter from the USCCB to the Congress opposing the VA Rule and the DOD Policy
    To read the letter from the USCCB to Congress opposing the VA rule and DOD policy, click here
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    Department of Pastoral Services
    Office of Life Issues
    1150 Buffalo Road
    Rochester, New York 14624

     

    Life Issues & Cultural Ministries

    Elizabeth M. Johnston, Coordinator
    (585) 328-3228, ext. 1278
    [email protected]

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    • NEED SUPPORT?
      • CRISIS INTERVENTION
      • FERTILITY CARE
      • HEALING MINISTRY
      • NEW PARENT AND FAMILY LIFE
      • POST ABORTION HEALING
      • PRAYERS
      • PREGNANCY SUPPORT
      • SPECIAL NEEDS
      • WALKING WITH MOMS IN NEED
    • ABOUT
      • UPCOMING EVENTS
      • VIRTUAL HEALTH FAIR/FERIA DE SALUD VIRTUAL
    • RESPECT LIFE PROGRAMS
      • ADVOCACY & EDUCATION
      • AGAINST RACISM
      • RESPECT LIFE ACTION GUIDES
      • RESPECT LIFE MONTH
    • CONTACT