Life Matters Winter Newsletter 2016
The Year of Mercy is here and we are jubilant!
Letter from Kris Kramer, CPLC Executive Director

Kris Kramer It's a new year and we're already off to an exciting start with thousands marching for life on January 16! Thank you to all who joined us for this incredible day despite the inclement weather. Not only did we stand united for the lives threatened and lost to the tragedy of abortion, we also represented our Church's beautiful message of merciful love for all those suffering with the burden of a past abortion. Witnessing to Christ's healing love has never been more important ... Continue reading
In This Issue
Addressing the Gap
Groundbreaking conference for medical professionals
 
In 2014, when Planned Parenthood South opened its doors, the Catholic Pro-Life Committee began a campaign to educate the surrounding community. What we quickly learned from the doctors and nurses who support our ministry is that there was a substantial education gap that needed filling. So the CPLC embarked on a first-ever collaboration with the Dallas Diocese Catholic Physicians Guild to put on a conference at Medical City on the physiological and psychological effects of abortion as well as natural fertility care and treatment. ...  Continue reading   
In her words
Healing after Abortion Ministry Director shares encounter
 
It was Christmas Eve when I heard from her. This woman had been on our "care radar" for some time and came very close to attending a Rachel's Vineyard Retreat this past year, but she could not yet find the courage. Then the email came in..."I need a priest. I want to confess this sin." My
immediate mental reaction was... oh no.... how am I EVER going to find a priest on Christmas Eve day. But I told her I would do everything I could as I began to mentally survey who I had the best chance of locating. I knew exactly who we needed. I reached out to him, but realizing it was a far reach, I decided to wait only a few hours before reaching out to others. Within thirty minutes the phone rang. It was Father!!  ... Continue reading  

Guess who's coming to dinner!
Eduardo Verástegui to headline Bishop's Pro-Life Dinner
 
Eduardo Ver_stegui We are excited to announce that the 23rd Annual Bishop's Pro-Life Dinner will feature actor, producer and pro-life advocate Eduardo Verástegui. Ten years ago, Eduardo was on the fast track to Hollywood fame, having already attained international attention in Mexico and appeared on popular American TV shows. But after a transformative experience, his mission changed. ... Read more 

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Leading on Life
2016 Bishop's Dinner Honorary Chairs

Alfredo and Irma Duarte
We are pleased to introduce Alfredo and Irma Duarte as this year's Honorary Chairs for the 23rd Annual Bishop's Pro-Life Dinner on April 16, 2016. Both from Mexico, Alfredo and Irma met in California and married thirty-eight years ago. Together they have a son and daughter and six grandchildren ... Continue reading  
Speak Life!
2016 Roe Memorial Events unite thousands
 
Thousands joined Bishop Kevin Farrell at the Roe Memorial Mass on January 16 th in the convention center in Dallas and then the-always-inspiring North Texas March for Life and Rally.  Thanks to all who were a part of this amazing day! Let us continue to "Speak LIFE to this present darkness " until all life is protected and respected.  See more pictures here.
 
2016 North Texas Rally for Life

Catholic Pro-Life Committee
Respect Life Ministry of the Diocese of Dallas

 
P.O. Box 803541 Dallas, TX 75380
972-267-LIFE
cplc@prolifedallas.org

 

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