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The annual Respect Life Program is a year-round, nationwide effort to help Catholics understand, value, and become engaged with building a culture that cherishes every human life. Although sponsored by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Respect Life Program is essentially comprised of the efforts of leaders throughout the Church- priests, staff, and volunteers; teachers and school administrators; diocesan leaders; and so many others.
Many Respect Life activities are planned during the month of October at St. Joseph’s Church. The rosary will be prayed before all weekend Masses. Several individuals and groups will pray at the abortion facility from the end of September through early November. Here are other events we invite you to attend:
40 Days for Life Prayer Campaign
September 26-November 4 ǀ 6:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m.
The National 40 Days for Life campaign will take place September 26-November 4. You are called to be part of this important prayer effort to bring an end to abortion across our nation and world. Our campaign will provide a peaceful, prayerful presence in front of the abortion facility every day of the campaign. Persons can sign up for an hour of prayer by contacting the Pregnancy Help Center at (701)284-6601, or (701)356-7979 or online at www.40daysforlifend.com.
Rosary Across the Diocese
September 26 ǀ 12:15 p.m.
The Diocese of Crookston has assigned each parish a day to pray the rosary. St. Joseph’s assigned day is the first day of 40 Days for Life.
International Potluck
October 4 ǀ 5:45 p.m. Mass, 6:30 p.m. potluck
Potluck, speed friending, speakers, music, and more follow Mass. Bring the whole family and a dish to share as we come together knowing we are all God’s children. Held in The Gathering Place and in the school gym.
Jail and Prison Ministry
October 10 ǀ 6:30 p.m.
Hear from Father Duane Pribula and Deacon Courtney on their experiences with jail/prison ministry. Each will share how they help the women and men in our area jail system connect with God and themselves, their families and loved ones, and with each other. You will also meet a couple, members of our parish and parents who have a son who is incarcerated.
A Call For Help
October 17 ǀ 7:00 p.m.
An educator from Rape and Abuse will be sharing information and resources about domestic violence. Learn how to recognize the signs of abuse and how to help people in abusive relationships. Our parish will present a prayer shawl to the educator as our way of thanking her for her time and information. St. Joseph's will also help give gifts at Christmas time to a family affected by domestic abuse.
Bioethics of Life
October 24 ǀ 6:30 p.m.
listen and converse with Deacon Mark Krejci to talk about bioethics and end of life issues. Explore Catholic teaching on contraception to natural death, what it means to die a natural death and the dignity of life in its final stages.
Surround them with love, support, and companionship that are "anchored in unconditional respect for their human dignity, beginning with respect for the inherent value of their lives."
-To Live Each Day with Dignity, USCCB