You're invited to get involved
Each October, the Catholic Church in the United States celebrates Respect Life Month. From prayer opportunities to fundraising to election resources, explore this page to learn about special ways to observe Respect Life Month in the Diocese of Arlington:
USCCB Respect Life Month Resources
The USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities, currently led by our Bishop, provides resources for you to promote the observance of Respect Life Month and “help Catholics understand and value the gift of human life and help build a culture that cherishes and protects it.”
Respect Life Novena
From October 22nd-30th the Church in the United States comes together for the Respect Life Novena in English and en Español. Join us by subscribing below for daily reminders!
"We thankfully no longer live under the regime of Roe v. Wade, and our elected officials are now empowered to reduce or end abortion. But what we now see is that fifty years of virtually unlimited abortion has tragically created a national mindset where many Americans have become comfortable with some amount of abortion."
Gabriel Project
Gabriel Project offers emotional, spiritual, material and financial support through a pregnancy helpline and parish-based volunteer “Angel” support.
Gabriel Project Volunteer Training
Volunteer for the diocesan Gabriel Project parish-based pregnancy help outreach, a model of the national USCCB “Walking with Moms” initiative!
An upcoming volunteer companion orientation is scheduled at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church.
After Abortion Care
After Abortion Care (Project Rachel) is the Diocese of Arlington’s post-abortion healing ministry for men and women who have experienced abortion.
Northern Virginia Baby Box Initiative
Diocesan Respect Life leaders and our ecumenical partners are teaming up to bring Baby Boxes to Northern Virginia. Learn about baby boxes and get more info about the initiative by clicking below!
Save The Date! January 29 is VA Pro-Life Day!
Join Bishop Burbidge and pro-life Virginians from around the Commonwealth for a day of advocacy in Richmond. Stay tuned for more information and for registration!
Early Voting is Underway!
“We must renew our commitment to work for the legal protection of every human life, from conception to natural death, and to vote for candidates who will defend the life and dignity of the human person.” – Bishop Michael Burbidge
Know before you go! Head to the link below for election info from the Virginia Catholic Conference!
Office of Marriage, Family and Respect Life
200 N. Glebe Road, Suite 523
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703-841-2550 | [email protected]
