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Praying for Life: October 2016
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Intention
For all who are abused: May they experience God’s love and receive the support and resources they need to find help.
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Prayers
Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be
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Reflection
In his recent Respect Life Month statement,
Cardinal Dolan reflected, "God loves us, treats us with respect, and
asks us to do the same with others. ...No one should ever be treated
callously or carelessly—everyone should be cherished and protected!"
Celebrated as Respect Life Month, October also shares the observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. As noted by the bishops, "violence against another person in any form fails to treat that person as someone worthy of love."
Let's pray this month for all who are not treated according to their God-given dignity, especially those suffering abuse.
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Acts of Reparation (choose one)
- In "Saying 'No' to Violence in the Home"
Bishop Malone refers to Pope Francis's commentary on "throwaway
culture," wherein people are treated as disposable. Other than domestic
violence, where do you see examples of a "throwaway culture," and how
you can counteract it?
- On October 28, join in a united day of prayer.
- Throughout this month, keep up the prayers and spread the message of peace and mercy on social media. (A social media toolkit is available online, and other sample posts are on page 2.)
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If you or someone you know is suffering after abortion, confidential non-judgmental help is available:
Call Project Rachel's national toll-free number: 888-456-HOPE(-4673) or visit
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