Overview

Life is a precious gift from God.

In 1975 U.S. Catholic Bishops approved the Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities in order to activate the entire Church. This plan is a four-pronged defense of human life—education, pastoral care, public policy and prayer.

Respect Life activities focus on the gift of life from the moment of conception to natural death.

Education

Parish Respect Life Coordinators

Each parish in the diocese is asked to name a representative who leads activities in their parish.  Coordinators are commissioned by the Bishop for a two-year appointment.

Respect Life Workshop

A yearly meeting of Coordinators to present current topics, introduce potential activities and provide fellowship.

Florida Respect Life Conference

An annual conference with speakers that address topics in defense of human life. The conference location rotates among the seven dioceses in Florida.

Respect Life Contest

Elementary and middle school children use art and essays to demonstrate the value of all human life.

Pastoral Care

Respect Life Collection

Funds are distributed to Pregnancy Care Centers and Maternity Homes throughout the diocese.

Project Rachel and Rachel’s Vineyard

Training, counseling and referral help for healing after abortion.

Respect Life Month

Parishes receive an up-to-date informational packet with suggestions to incorporate the life issues into worship and homilies. 

Public Policy

Legistative Workshop

Topics most likely to be introduced in the Florida legislature are presented and discussed.

Catholic Days at the Capitol

A two-day program of education and visits to members of the Florida Legislature.

Prayer