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Respect Life
The mission of the Respect Life Office is to enunciate and promote the principle that human life, at all stages from conception to natural death, is a gift from God, worthy of respect and protection.
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Celebrating The Advent Season
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The Advent season is a time of preparation directing our hearts and minds to Christ's second coming at the end of time and also to the anniversary of the Lord's birth on Christmas. Below is a list of things you can do to make Advent a wonderful time for all in your family or parish.
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December 8
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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The angel Gabriel was sent from God
to a town of Galilee called Nazareth,
to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph,
of the house of David,
and the virgin's name was Mary.
And coming to her, he said,
"Hail, full of grace! The Lord is with you."
But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be.
Then the angel said to her,
"Do not be afraid, Mary,
for you have found favor with God.
Behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son,
and you shall name him Jesus.
He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High,
and the Lord God will give him the throne of David his father,
and he will rule over the house of Jacob forever, and of his Kingdom there will be no end."
"But Mary said to the angel,
"How can this be,
since I have no relations with a man?"
And the angel said to her in reply,
"The Holy Spirit will come upon you,
and the power of the Most High will overshadow you.
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Therefore the child to be born
will be called holy, the Son of God.
And behold, Elizabeth, your relative,
has also conceived a son in her old age,
and this is the sixth month for her who was called barren;
for nothing will be impossible for God."
Mary said, "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord.
May it be done to me according to your word." Then the angel departed from her.
LK 1:26-38
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This campaign raises funds to support maternity residences in our diocese. The economic requirements of this ministry are substantial and your active assistance would be greatly appreciated.
WE NEED YOU!
Please support the Maternity Advent Project providing pregnancy care to women and families across Long Island.
Place your order today only 300 donation boxes left!
Kindly return your gifts by December 25
Thank you for your support!
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Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Mother’s Circle of Hope Support Group
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Coping With Depression or Anxiety During Pregnancy or After the Birth of Your Baby? Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center is proud to offer to the local community a support group.
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Project Rachel
Hope After Abortion
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Do you know someone who is suffering abortion loss? Project Rachel is a ministry about finding hope and healing after abortion.
For more information, visit the Project Rachel Hope
After Abortion
website
, call the Respect Life Office's confidential phoneline: 1-888-456-HOPE(se habla espanol)
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Hope after Abortion
Upcoming Opportunities for Prayer and Healing
Day of Prayer and Healing for Women
Saturday, December 1, 2018
Please register by Monday, November 26, 2018.
All reservations and information will remain confidential.
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Diocesan Pregnancy Support
If you or someone you know of is pregnant, and in need of support, Catholic Charities and Catholic Health Services, can provide assistance.
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Gianna Center of Long Island
Women's Health & Fertility
Comprehensive, Cooperative: A Unique New Approach to Women's Health and Wellness
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Our highly skilled team is delighted to offer an exciting approach to women's health care. We provide preventive and specialized obstetrical and gynecologic care to women, honoring their dignity and the sanctity of human life.
If you or someone you know of is pregnant Catholic Charities and Catholic Health Services, can provide assistance please contact
1 (855) 301-4CHS or visit
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Gabriel's Courage - Catholic Health Services
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A program for families expecting a child with a life limiting illness. Gabriel's Courage is a family-centered perinatal program, offering a multidisciplinary team approach and continuum of care for families who choose to continue a pregnancy after receiving a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis.
Read more
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Reflections from the Sidewalk
By: Thomas Grenchik
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I was praying the rosary recently on the sidewalk outside of a very busy abortion center in the Washington, D.C., area, where I live. The building, a seedy-looking structure that used to be a convenience store, is located on a busy, divided thoroughfare. Three lanes of traffic head in one direction, and three lanes run the opposite direction. With a major intersection a half block away, heavy traffic often backs up at the red light. Some drivers pretend not to notice the peaceful folks praying or offering pro-life assistance to the mothers, fathers and family members heading into the abortion facility. Some drivers give encouragement, and some will occasionally shout a profanity or give a “thumbs-down.”
Read more
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ADVOCACY & PUBLIC POLICY
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March for Life 2019:
Friday, January 18, 2019
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"The birth of every child changes the world; let every child be born for a better world."
- Diocese of Rockville Centre
- Parishes, schools and groups, please notify the office if you will be attending the March For Life by filling out the: March For Life Information Form Online or emailing dtellis@drvc.org
- Diocesan Respect Life signs are available and free of charge. Please pick them up at the Respect Life Office which are available on a first come, first serve basis.
- Call (516) 678-5800 x 626, or email dtellis@drvc.org for the amount of signs requested before pickup.
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See below for a list of current issues for you to learn more and to take action.
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See below for a list of current issues for you to learn more and to take action.
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A Perfect Gift
USCCB RESPECT LIFE PROGRAM 2018-19 ARTICLE
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Soon after the birth of my son Charlie*, who has Down syndrome, a visitor asked whether he was "mild, moderate, or severe"—referring to his level of cognitive impairment. I knew the terminology, but the question shocked me. In my arms I held my beautiful baby boy, who defied easy categorization. Clinical labels may describe some aspects of an individual's "functioning," but they don't tell the whole story. Labels could not describe how Charlie's smile lit up a room or how the sweetness of his soul had captured our hearts so completely.
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December 12, 2018
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
Virgin of Guadalupe,
Patroness of unborn children,
we implore your intercession
for every child at risk of abortion.
Help expectant parents to welcome from God
the priceless gift of their child’s life.
Console parents who have lost that gift
through abortion,
and lead them to forgiveness and healing
through the Divine Mercy of your Son.
Teach us to cherish
and to care for family and friends
until God calls them home.
Help us never to see others as burdens.
Guide our public officials
to defend each and every human life
through just laws.
Inspire us all to bring our faith into public life,
to speak for those who have no voice.
We ask this in the name of your Son,
Jesus Christ, who is Love and Mercy itself.
Amen.
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Spiritual Adoption Program
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The Purpose of the Spiritual Adoption Program is to encourage people to "spiritually adopt" an unborn baby, and to follow their baby along the path to being born.
Read More
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9 Days for Life:
January 14-22, 2019
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9 Days for Life is a "digital pilgrimage" of prayer and action focused on cherishing the gift of every person's life.
Join to receive the novena through the 9 Days for Life app, daily emails, or daily texts.
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Respect Life Youth Contest!
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All Catholic youth in grades 7 through 12 who live in the Diocese of Rockville Centre and/or attend Catholic elementary schools, high schools or parish programs are invited to participate.
Contest Deadline
January 25, 2019
Awards Celebration
with Bishop John O. Barres
at the televised 11:00 AM Mass on
May 19th, 2019
at St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre.
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Part III: Mental Health – “I was sick and you looked after me” (Matthew 25:35-36)
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When one faces a physical ailment, usually they seek out a physician’s care to help heal their broken bone or alleviate their flu symptoms. Sickness is often associated with the physical rather than the mental, so does this mean that Jesus as the Divine Physician only heals our physical diseases? The Catholic Church would answer of course not! But, then why does our country have an apparent fear of mental ailments?
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Respect Life Parish Ministry Educational Overview Training
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Now available online for Respect Life Parish Ministry Educational Overview Training. Please go to our
website
to start your training and gain insightful knowledge on Respect Life Issues or Concern's.
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Educación en línea construyendo una cultura de vida, Educación y Formación General Para el Ministerio Parroquial de Respeto a la Vida
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El entrenamiento en línea de Educación y formación general para el Ministerio Parroquial del Respeto a la Vida, está ahora disponible. Por favor, vaya a nuestra página del internet para empezar su entrenamiento y obtenga conocimiento profundo sobre asuntos del respeto a la vida y otros asuntos.
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I proclaim to you good news of great joy: today a Savior is born for us, Christ the Lord.
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2nd
First Sunday of Advent
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Show us, Lord, your love;
and grant us your salvation.
PS 85:8
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8th
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women.
LK 1:28
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9th
Second Sunday of Advent
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Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths: all flesh shall see the salvation of God.
L
K 3:4,6
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12th
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
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Blessed are you, holy Virgin Mary, deserving of all praise; from you rose the sun of justice, Christ our God.
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St John the Evangelist
c. 1675 by DOLCI, Carlo
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16th
Third Sunday of Advent
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The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,
because he has anointed me
to bring glad tidings to the poor.
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23rd
Fourth Sunday of Advent
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Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord.May it be done to me according to your word.
Lk 1:38
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24th
Fourth Week of Advent
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Christmas Eve
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O Radiant Dawn, Splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death.
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25th
Christmas
The Nativity of the Lord
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Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace to those
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27th
Feast of Saint John, Apostle and evangelist
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We praise you, O God,
we acclaim you as Lord;
the glorious company of Apostles praise you.
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Save the Date
St. Gianna Feast Day Mass
April 27, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
St. Agnes Cathedral, Rockville Centre
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WORD OF LIFE | PALABRA DE VIDA
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Please include these in your Sunday Bulletin.
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Bulletin Inserts
For Parish Respect Life
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Additional Respect Life Informational Websites
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DEUS CARITAS EST ... GOD IS LOVE
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Allison O'Brien, Director
Patricia Fox, Project Rachel Ministry Coordinator
Diana Tellis, Ministry/Dept. Assistant
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Ashley Foster, Media Specialist
Sr. Elizabeth A. Geraghty, Volunteer
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CONTACT US
RESPECT LIFE OFFICE
50 North Park Ave.
F: (516) 536-3473
Rockville Ctr., NY 11570
P: (516) 678-5800
Exts.626 & 381
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THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR CONTINUED MISSION TO SERVE LIFE!
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