Respect Life Ministry (Diocese of Belleville) at 2620 Lebanon Ave., Bldg #2, Belleville, IL 62221 US - Home
PROJECT RACHEL WEBINAR SERIES
To access the webinar click *Project Rachel Series Link*
Pray with Pope Bendict XVI this prayer for the Unborn.
BE INFORMED About the serious concerns regarding the Health and Human Services (HHS) Rule/Mandate, the USCCB Response and more!
State Advocacy Alert: Click here for information about Illinois HB 4085, "The Ultrasound Opportunity Act"
State Advocacy Alert: Click here for information about Illinois HB 4085, "The Ultrasound Opportunity Act"
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Project Rachel - Healing the Heart...(Click here to enter)
A "Virtual Event" (Click here) took place from June 12-19. It was a blog conversation focusing on post-abortion symptoms and healing. The posts can still be viewed and comments are still welcome.
(Also click here for HOPE After Abortion)
"Sounds and Signs...Healing and Wholeness"
Other important information (click on the links below):
Listing of Pregnancy Care Centers located throughout the Belleville Diocese
Listing of Memorials to the Unborn in the Diocese of Belleville
Following below is a Thank you! And encouragement to persevere.
Good news:
If you have not paused today to reflect on the wonder and miracle of nascent human life, and pray for for the protection of these precious members of our human family, consider pausing now and prayerfully viewing this video.
Ulipristal (trade name Ella) was unanimously approved by an FDA advisory committee. The introduction of this abortion drug would mark "a new and more definitive step toward destroying any distinction between abortion and contraception." Click here to read the rest of the letter from Cardinal DiNardo protesting this development. Please be informed and share the information with others!
The USCCB promotes a national educational campaign to articulate Catholic beliefs about human sexuality, conjugal love and responsible parenthood. Please visit the Respect Life NFP page with more information about NFP, and with links to USCCB articles (also in Spanish) and online courses. Click here to enter...For more information please call
For an NFP teaching couple please contact Matt and Emily Joost who live in Belleville, IL and welcomed their first child in February. They have completed their training to become a Couple to Couple League Teaching Couple and are looking forward to promoting and educating engaged and married couples about their fertility and, especially, God's beautiful plan for family. Contact information: Matt and Emily Joost: mejoost@gmail.com
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Prayer for Victims of Abuse
Domestic Violence is a serious assault on marriage. Stress, including financial hardship, is a contributing factor. The current economic crisis presents many challenges, but one needs to be an increased vigilance to be aware of the indicators of domestic violence and to encourage help. Please click here and then the "Get Educated" tab to become familiar with Red Flags of Abuse and Hotline numbers. Additionally, click here where you can print a brochure with some of the same information that you can share.
Domestic Violence can also be prevalent in dating relationships - especially with teens. Click here for a helpful resource on Healthy Relationships.
Domestic Violence can also be prevalent in dating relationships - especially with teens. Click here for a helpful resource on Healthy Relationships.
***SAFETY ALERT: Computer use can be monitored and is impossible to completely clear. If you are in danger, please use a safer computer (for example a friend’s or at the library), call the Violence Prevention Center at (618) 235-0892 and/or call:
National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-SAFE (7233).
National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-SAFE (7233).
“Next Chapter” is a group that began in the diocese 15 years ago and continues to meet to encourage personal and spiritual growth in the aftermath of divorce. To receive information, call 235-9601, x146. Next Chapter is part of the network of Catholic Divorce Ministry, a USCCB sanctioned outreach to individuals and families effected by divorce.
Divorced and Separated Koinoinia is a retreat experience specifically for the divorced and separated and will take place October 1st, 2nd, & 3rd, Springfield, Illinois. Click here for the brochure.
Bishops Concerned Over Federal Court Rulings Rejecting Marriage as Between One Man, One Woman ... Fabric of Society Depends on Basic Legal Definition of Marriage ... Position Protects Roles of Fathers and Mothers ... Marriage Existed Before State, Not Open To Redefinition (Click here for article).
UPDATE: Cardinal George Decries Court Decision Striking Down California Marriage Law...for release click here.
Bishops Concerned Over Federal Court Rulings Rejecting Marriage as Between One Man, One Woman ... Fabric of Society Depends on Basic Legal Definition of Marriage ... Position Protects Roles of Fathers and Mothers ... Marriage Existed Before State, Not Open To Redefinition (Click here for article).
UPDATE: Cardinal George Decries Court Decision Striking Down California Marriage Law...for release click here.
(Click the image to enter :)) - USCCB Marriage Resources
- Marriage Moments
During the National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministries conference, Fortifying Families of Faith introduced a program developed for parents and their teens that has been in use for over a decade and is now being made widely available: "Daughters Forever, Sons Forvever." Click here to find out more!
The Knights of Columbus have a great website for dads!
Project Rachel is a post-abortion healing ministry of the Catholic Church, available to anyone who needs to hear the truth that “God’s Love Heals”… even the wounds of regret, guilt, shame, grief, anger, and the harmful choices that frequently stem from trying to bury the wounds of being involved in abortion. Healing may be sought not only by a woman who had an abortion, but anyone (the boyfriend, husband, parent, or friend) who participated in the decision.... (more)
Please continue to be alert to any changes in The Freedom of Choice Act. This vigilance needs to include the individual issues that may be incorporated into other legislation! Check the Legislative Information section above for updates.Fontebella is a maternity shelter for women in a crisis pregnancy, who otherwise have no where else to live and are therefore at risk of abortion. Please Click here for a printable brochure and get to know (and consider helping to support!) them.
(Click Here for a listing of independent locations for Pregnancy Care assistance in Southern Illinois. (Donations to the one nearest you will surely be apprecitated.)
We live in a world with many wounded…
when marriage goes wrong:
Pregnancy Support and Healthy Marriages are critical to reducing number of abortions....A New Study has found the Top Reason for Women's Abortions is No Supportive Partner, Father. Click here for the full story and recent study results. Marriage resources such as those listed below are needed now more than ever in the fight for healthier marraiges and families and reducing the number of abortions! While the legislation and social policy are crucial to the defense of the unborn, also fundamental is the task of renewing the understanding and appreciation of marriage and strengthening marriages. Respect Life includes recognizing and defending human dignity in all stages and against all assaults. The majority of people are called to live out the fullness of their dignity within marriage. Please click on any of the resources below for encouraging strong marriages!
USCCB Survey Says...
WASHINGTON—A nationwide survey commissioned by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB - click here for the the press release) has found that four out of five U.S. adults (82 percent) think abortion should either be illegal under all circumstances (11 percent) or would limit its legality. Thirty-eight (38) percent ...
Standing for the Unborn
On this feast of the Annunciation of Our Lord, we, the leadership of the Jesuits in the United States, fervently renew our opposition to abortion and our support for the unborn. In treating this delicate and controversial topic, we hope to provide our brother Jesuits, colleagues, parishioners and students with the spiritual leadership and ethical guidance they expect from us. As an international ...
