Volume 2 Issue 6
December 1, 2010
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6-7
Respect Life Office Diocese of Rockville Centre LongIsland, NY
DECEMBER/JANUARY
NEWSLETTER
MARCH FOR LIFE Participation in the EVERY TIME March for Life is important. This annual A BABY IS ABORTED, display of commitment to life by people from LOVE IS DENIED all over the United Please come and join States is a powerful our clergy and lay peostatement to our elected ple of our diocese at the representatives. It is a new location: Madison necessary demonstraDrive between 4th and tion of our support for those who take seri5th Streets. ously the protection of Participants from the life and an admonition Diocese of Rockville to those who do not. Centre are also invited Parish/school buses are to gather at St. Joseph’s encouraged. on Capitol Hill, 313 Second Street, NE This year, the March for Washington, D.C. Life will be held on 20002, (202) 547-1223 Monday, January 24, 2011
following the March. (Please see enclosed fliers for information regarding the National Prayer Vigil For Life at the Basilica and the Youth Rally & Mass at the MCI Center.) A pilgrim’s blessing for a safe journey home will be offered every fifteen minutes. Light refreshments (and restrooms) will be available. So that we may adequately prepare, please return the enclosed form (page 3) indicating the number of buses being sent from your parish/school.
“An Act of Kindness” 2010 The Advent Project is an important undertaking for the Respect Life Office for two reasons. Obviously, there is a need to financially assist those living in our maternity residences. But, what is perhaps more important is that our young people will have an increased awareness of the existence of these maternity residences. Then if they, or a friend, ever need
A reminder to all parish, school, and religious education instructors
assistance because of a crisis pregnancy, they will know that help is available. Whatever you can do to encourage participation through this program is greatly appreciated. See enclosure. As you know, maternity residences in our diocese such as Regina Maternity Services provide shelter, counseling and guidance for up to two years for
that this year’s contest closing date is fast approaching. All local winning entries should be sent to the Respect Life Office by:
January 28, 2010
mothers and their children. This assistance is available to any woman in need, regardless of age. If you would like to contribute to this work as part of your Advent preparation - or at any time during the year - please contact the Respect Life Office. Thank you for all you continue to do to make Life the choice for women confronting a crisis pregnancy.
Please mark your calendars and save the date for the YOUTH AWARDS CEREMONY March 24, 2011 at Kellenberg M. High S. @7:00 pm.