Respect Life Ministry

Nothing is so important as human life, as the human person... Jesus says that whatever is done to them he takes as done to him. That bloodshed, those deaths are beyond all politics: They touch the very heart of God."

— St. Óscar Romero, Martyr for the Faith

The Respect Life Ministry is committed to the preservation of all human life through promotion of the dignity and sanctity of all life. It provides education and information regarding life issues from conception to natural death and the quality of life each individual deserves to receive.

"We proclaim that human life is a precious gift from God; that each person who receives this gift has responsibilities toward God, self and others; and that society, through its laws and social institutions, must protect and nurture human life at every stage of its existence." — U.S. Catholic Bishops, Pastoral Plan for Pro Life Activities.

Texas Catholic Pro-Life Day
Saturday, January 26, 2019

Join us for any or all of these four Catholic Pro-Life Day Events

1. Prayer Vigil for an End to Abortion and a Restoration of the Dignity of Human Life
100% Prayer, 0% Protest
8:00 AM Saturday, January 26, 2019 
Planned Parenthood, 201 E. Ben White Blvd., Austin, TX 78745

Parking Options: 

• Wendy's Hamburgers, 4115 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745 ONLY along South wooden fence behind Wendy's
• The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center, 4216 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745

2. Divine Mercy Chaplet led by young people
9:15 AM Saturday, January 26, 2019
San José Parish 2435 Oak Crest, Austin, TX 78704

3. Mass for the Gift of Human Life with Bishop Micheal Mulvey, Celebrant
10:00 AM Saturday, January 26, 2019
San José Parish 2435 Oak Crest, Austin, TX 78704

4. March & Rally with Ministry Fair and St. Ignatius Group Photo
Pre-March St. Ignatius Gathering & Photo 
12:30 PM Saturday, January 26, 2019
Getting together to march as a parish is such a great photo op! 
The Big Lone Star in front of the Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701

After the photo, we line up with  thousands to march a few blocks to the rally 
rally and ministry fair at the State Capitol

1:00 PM March Line Up at 14th and San Jacinto for the march to the Capitol 
2:00 - 3:00 PM Rally on South Steps of Texas State Capitol
3:00 - 4:00 PM Ministry Fair on Grand Walk of Capitol Grounds
March & Rally Parking 

Pro-Life Month: During the month of October, we raise awareness of the Church’s teaching on respect for all life from conception to natural death. We will have information all month long on many life issues: abortion, homelessness, the death penalty, bioethics, euthanasia, and more. Please stop by our table in the church foyer each weekend in October to find out more.

“Like the Good Samaritan, may we always treat each person with merciful love and respect that affirms the gift of his or her life.”
“Moved by Mercy” Reflection Flyer USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities

 
Baby Bank Campaign: The Office of Pro Life Activities has a Baby Bank Campaign every October. Your donations will support the Gabriel Project, Project Rachel, and the JP11 Life Center.  The Gabriel Project and JPII Life Center provide emotional, material, and spiritual support for pregnant women and families in need. Project Rachel helps support those who have had an abortion. Please stop by the table in the church foyer to pick up your baby bank!

“Where life is involved, the service of charity must be profoundly consistent. It cannot tolerate bias and discrimination, for human life is sacred and inviolable at every stage and in every situation it is an indivisible good. We need then to "show care" for all life and for the life of everyone. Indeed, at an even deeper level, we need to go to the very roots of life and love.”

— St. Pope John Paul II

Project Rachel is a compassionate and confidential ministry that helps women and men suffering emotionally and spiritually from the trauma of abortion. If you are hurting because of abortion, we invite you to begin a journey of healing. Project Rachel has trained priests and professional counselors who can help you to heal no matter what faith tradition is yours.
 

For help, please call 1-877-WE-CARE-2 or visit www.hopeafterabortion.com for a local contact number.