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Calendar of Events October-December 2012 Catholic Pro-Life Committee of North Texas Respect Life Ministry of the Diocese of Dallas prolifedallas.org

Note: Pro-life activities / talks sponsored by other area organizations are included.

OCTOBER 2012 – OCTOBER IS RESPECT LIFE MONTH IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH

Mass on Thursdays will be held at the White Rose Women’s Center, 4313 N. Central Expwy., Dallas 75205. For an updated schedule of masses and times, visit saintjosephshelpers.org/news-and-events. To keep the Center’s small parking lot free for clients, please park on one of the side streets – McKinney Ave. or Oliver St. Do not park on Lee St. or risk getting a ticket. Contact Darcy Maggio at [email protected] for more information. Sponsored by the White Rose Women’s Center.

Adoration on Mondays will be held 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Birth Choice, 8604 Greenville Ave., Suite 102, Dallas 75243. For more information call Birth Choice at 214-631-2402. Sponsored by Birth Choice of Dallas.

Tuesdays in October - 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30: Theology of the Body Study Groups for Teens. Theology of the Body Evangelization Team is hosting study groups for teens from 7:00-8:30 p.m., at the University of Dallas’s Capp Bar located in the Haggar Center. TOBET will be using Jason Evert’s book Theology of His/Her Body, available for purchase at the meetings. No registration is necessary - just show up! For more information, please contact 972-849-6543, [email protected], or visit tobet.org. Sponsored by TOBET.

September 26 - November 4 40 Days for Life-Dallas: 40 Days for Life is a focused pro-life effort that consists of 40 days of prayer and fasting, 40 days of peaceful vigil, and 40 days of community outreach. Dallas, home to the largest 40 Days for Life vigil in the world, is once again joining with hundreds of cities nationwide in this powerful, life-affirming and life-saving campaign! The ecumenical prayer vigil is being held 24 hours a day, 7 days a week outside the Southwestern late- term abortion center, 8616 Greenville Ave., Dallas 75243 (NE corner of Royal & Greenville). We are praying that, with God’s help, this effort will help bring an end to abortion not only in our city but also throughout America! Churches of all denominations are needed to sponsor a day or block of hours during this solemn prayer vigil. For more information, please visit prolifedallas.org/40days, email [email protected] or call 972-267-LIFE (5433). Sponsored by 40 Days for Life-Dallas.

5 Feast of St. Mary Faustina Kowalska, Patron Saint of Mercy, who was given the Chaplet of Divine Mercy to pray in particular in reparation for abortion.

5 First Friday All-Night Adoration in prayer for the advancement of the culture of life will be held at the Discalced Carmelite Monastery, 600 Flowers Ave., Dallas, located off of Jefferson Blvd. Security will be there throughout the night. Come as early as 4:00 p.m. Latin Mass will be held at 8:00 p.m. Friday and 3:00 a.m. Saturday. Adoration ends just before the 7:00 a.m. Saturday Mass. These prayer vigils are held every first Friday of the month. The Cloistered Carmelites will also be praying all night. You may leave your personal prayer requests with them. There will be food and drink available in the evening. Request flyers and directions at [email protected] or contact Mary Jane, 214-702-8051. Sponsored by the Discalced Carmelite Monastery. 6 1st Saturday Rosary for an End to Abortion: Immediately following 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Chapel at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 4015 S. Hampton Rd., Dallas 75224. Gather with us in present or private prayer, as we supplicate for LIFE from conception to natural death. For more i nformation, contact Maria Castillo-Lopez, [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish.

6 Hike for Life: Hike for Life is a 5K pro-life walk held once a year in various locations around Texas. It raises money for area pregnancy resource centers and awareness of the dignity of all human life from conception to natural death. Please check the Hike for Life website for registration and start times for each site. A picnic and refreshments will be served at the end of each hike. Dates and locations are as follows:

October 6: Garland – Audubon Park Dallas Oak Cliff – Kiest Park – Spanish Hike Rowlett – Sacred Heart Catholic Church McKinney – Erwin Park

October 13 Dallas – Flag Pole Hill – new location!

If you can’t make it to one of the locations, or have somewhere else you need to be while the Hike is going on, then find a spot that works for you and have your own Hike for Life. You’ll still get a great t-shirt, and you’ll be helping babies as well. Just let us know your shirt size when you send in your contributions, and we will rush you a shirt (while supplies last). For more information and to pre- register, visit the hikeforlifetexas.org website or contact Tom Clark, 214-282-6297 or [email protected]. Sponsored by Hike for Life Texas.

6 16th Annual Walk to Remember: 1:00 p.m., Calvary Church, 4401 N. Highway 161, Irving 75038. In 1988, former President Ronald Regan declared the month of October as National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month. M.E.N.D. (Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death), a non-profit organization supporting and providing hope for families that have suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant loss, hosts a Walk to Remember each October. The Walk commemorates those precious lives that have been lost and allows families who suffered this lost to experience fellowship, support and public acknowledgment of the life of their babies in a safe environment. Unlike the name may imply, the Walk is not a fundraiser, nor a "walk-a-thon". Instead, it is a beautiful ceremony to remember our babies who have died. Family & Friends are welcome to join in the Walk. For additional information and reservations, please call 972-506-9000, email [email protected], or visit mend.org. Sponsored by M.E.N.D.

7 RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY

7 Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary

7 October Baby Movie Screening: 6:30 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 600 S Jupiter Rd., Richardson, 75081, in the Dining Hall. Experience the moving and powerful story of Hanna in October Baby. There is no cost to attend, but donations of gift cards and baby items to assist mothers in need are most welcome. For more information, please contact Patty Sherrod at 972-235-5554 or [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Joseph’s Respect Life Group.

7 National Life Chain: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m., at more than 33 locations around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Life Chain is a peaceful, prayerful public witness of the Christian community standing together for life with signs conveying this message provided at each site. Last year pro-life individuals in more than 1,800 locations in over 1,500 cities and towns across the United States and Canada gathered to show the solidarity of the Christian community for life and adoption versus abortion. If you would like to participate in or coordinate a Life Chain in your area, contact Texas Life Chain Director Sharron Albertson at 972-618-0400 or visit LifeChain.net. Sponsored by National Life Chain.

October 7 & November 4 Billings Ovulation Method of Natural Family Planning (in Dallas): This is a two-part session at 6:30 p.m. at St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521 Inwood Rd., Dallas 75244, in the St. Peter and Paul Chapel. Natural fertility regulation relieves concern for the health effects of che mical contraceptives. It’s easy to learn and is 99.5% effective. The Billings Method has great success in helping couples achieve pregnancy where their fertility has been in doubt. It monitors fertility and r eproductive health, can enhance communication and the marital relationship, and is morally acceptable to our Catholic faith. Fee for the class also includes materials, individual consultation, and follow-up f or as long as needed. For more information and to register for the class, contact St. Rita Parish Nurse, Bernadette May, R.N., 972-934-8388, Ext. 318 or [email protected]. More information on the Billings Ovulation Method is available at thebillingsovulationmethod.org. Sponsored by St. Rita Paris h. (For more information regarding natural family planning, visit prolifedallas.org/nfp .)

9 Last Day to Register to Vote in the General Election on November 6. For election and voter information, visit the Texas Secretary of State website at sos.state.tx.us or votexas.org or in Dallas County, dalcoelections.org. Please also see the Faithful Citizenship website sponsored by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: faithfulcitizenship.org. Bishop Farrell released a teaching statement on moral considerations when voting in conjunction with Bishop Vann in October 2008. You can read that statement at prolifedallas.org/voting.

The CPLC is offering presentations on Faithful Citizenship. If you would like to schedule one for your parish or group, contact [email protected] or 972-267-LIFE (5433).

9 Pro-Life Mass at Birth Choice: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., 8604 Greenville Ave., Suite 102, Dallas 75243. The Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Loyd Morris and offered for the conversion to a Culture of Life of all who participate in the evil just outside the door of Birth Choice at Southwestern late-term abortion center. Please call in advance to check on any last-minute changes. For more information, contact Birth Choice Director Fred Fink at 214-631-2400 or [email protected]. Sponsored by Birth Choice of Dallas.

9 2nd Tuesday Night Rosary at the Planned Parenthood abortion center: At 6:30 p.m., we gather for food and fellowship in Jason’s Deli, followed by the praying of the rosary. Jason’s Deli is located at 7412 Greenville Ave., Dallas 75231, just south of Walnut Hill Ln. Park in Jason’s Deli parking lot. This is a monthly event. For more information, contact Daniel Vinzant, 214-566-2298. Sponsored by TOPP (Texans Opposed to Planned Parenthood).

10 Pro-Life Mass at White Rose: 9:00 a.m., 4313 N. Central Expwy., Dallas 75205. The Traditional Latin Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Thomas Longua, F.S.S.P. Please visit saintjosephshelpers.org/news-and-events for updated information. To keep the Center’s small parking lot free for clients, please park on one of the side streets – McKinney Ave. or Oliver St. Sponsored by the White Rose Women’s Center.

11 Year of Faith: October 11, 2012 - November 24, 2013. “ . . . They called the church together and reported what God had done with them and how he had opened the door of faith . . .” Acts 14:27. In the Acts of the Apostles, we learn that God opened the door of faith for the early Church. But did you know that God has opened the door of faith for each one of us and he invites us to step through the threshold into a deeper relationship with him? The upcoming Year of Faith is an opportunity for every Catholic to turn towards Jesus Christ, encounter him in the Sacraments, especially the Eucharist, and rediscover the Faith and Church. Catholics are asked to study and reflect on the documents of Vatican II and the catechism so that we may deepen our knowledge of our faith. For more information, please visit usccb.org, the website for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.

13 Hike for Life at Flag Pole Hill in Dallas: Hike for Life is a 5K pro-life walk held once a year in various locations around Texas. It raises money for area pregnancy resource centers and awareness of the dignity of all human life from conception to natural death. Please check the Hike for Life website for registration and start times for each site. A picnic and refreshments will be served at the end of each hike. If you can’t make it to one of the locations, or have somewhere else you need to be while the Hike is going on, then find a spot that works for you and have your own Hike for Life. You’ll still get a great t-shirt, and you’ll be helping babies as well. Just let us know your shirt size when you send in your contributions, and we will rush you a shirt (while supplies last). For more information and to pre-register, visit the hikeforlifetexas.org website or contact Tom Clark, 214-282- 6297 or [email protected]. Sponsored by Hike for Life Texas.

13 GEMS Class: Pre-Natal & Newborn Care: 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Catholic Charities of Dallas, 9461 LBJ Freeway, Suite 110, Dallas 75243. This class is facilitated by Elizabeth Lindner, LBSW, Director of the Catholic Charities Pregnancy & Parenting Services and Adoption Program. Learn the normal expectations of pregnancy, labor and delivery as well as gather information on nutrition, fetal development and risky behaviors. The second half will cover post-natal care for both mother and baby, including practical tips for feeding, bathing and caring for your newborn. A light lunch is included. Please arrange for off-site childcare, but infants are welcome. To register, please contact Marilyn Kelley, 214-557-2197 or [email protected].

13 40 Days for Life - Dallas Youth Day & Midway Picnic, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Harry S. Moss Park, 8000 Greenville Ave. (SE corner of Royal & Greenville, across the street from the vigil site). The presence of our youth prayerfully standing witness against the killing of the unborn is a powerful and awe-inspiring message! From 12 noon – 1 p.m., youth (with their chaperones) are invited to participate in prayerful balloon demonstration – “sort of flash mob” – outside the Southwestern late-term abortion center. Participants will meet at 11:30 a.m. in Harry S. Moss Park, 8000 Greenville (across from the vigil site) for distribution of balloons and then process to the vigil site for an hour prayer. Following the hour of prayer, all are invited to a picnic lunch in the park at 1:00 p.m. with a dynamic speaker and music!

To sign up your youth group, please contact 40 Days for Life-Dallas Youth Coordinator Paul Borchard at 214-531-7285 or email [email protected]. Youth under 18 must be accompanied to the vigil site by a Safe Environment-cleared chaperone or parent. Sponsored by 40 Days for Life-Dallas.

16 Feast of St. Gerard Majella, Patron Saint of Pregnant Mothers and Childbirth

16 Creighton Model Fertility Care™ System Introductory Session (Allen): 7:30 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, 1515 N. Greenville Ave., Allen 75002. The introductory session is free but a reserva tion is required. The Creighton Model Fertility Care™ System is primarily a fertility care system whic h can be used effectively as a form of natural family planning. It is easy to learn and 99% effective. C ouples use the Creighton Model as a solution for infertility with an 80% success rate. Many women us e it for health reasons as well. To register for the class, please contact Holly Baril, CFCP, 469-774-655 9 or [email protected]. To learn more, visit intouchfertility.com. Holly is also available for appo intments on Tuesday evenings. More information is also available at creightonmodel.com . Sponsored by In Touch Fertility & Birthing Care Services. (For more information regarding natural family planni ng, visit prolifedallas.org/nfp .) 18 Diocesan White Mass: The Annual Diocesan White Mass for Healthcare Professions, 6:30 p.m., St. Rita Catholic Community 12521 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX 75244. All heath care professionals are invited to join Bishop Mark Seitz for the annual White Mass for the Diocese of Dallas. A dinner reception will be offered in Sweeney Hall after Mass. This Mass is traditionally celebrated on the Feast of St. Luke by the Church throughout the world to pray for those who dedicate their lives in service to the health of others under the patronage of St. Luke. RSVP by October 15th at stritaparish.net. Sponsored by the St. Rita Dallas Physicians Guild.

19-21 Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat™ in English: Rachel’s Vineyard™ is an extraordinary opportunity for any person who struggles with the emotional and spiritual pain of abortion. The weekend is a unique and effective process designed specifically to help you experience the mercy and compassion of God. This process is extremely helpful for those who have difficulty forgiving themselves or others. The weekend will help your soul find a voice and transform the pain of the past into hope! For more information and to register, contact [email protected] or the Abortion AfterCare-Healing helpline 214-544-CARE (2273) in English, or [email protected] or 972- 679-4760 in Spanish, or visit racheldallas.org. All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.

20 Respect Life Month Mass, Adoration & Rosary Procession for an End to Abortion in Dallas: The Mass will be celebrated at 8:00 a.m. by Dallas Auxiliary Bishop Doug Deshotel at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9643 Ferndale Rd., Dallas 75238, with special prayers for the unborn and an end to abortion. Mass will include a Special Blessing of all Respect Life Ministers and Volunteers (all those involved in any pro-life ministry as staff or volunteers are invited to receive this blessing). Mass will be followed by Eucharistic Adoration and a Rosary Procession led by Father Josef Vollmer-König by bus to the Southwestern late-term abortion center, 8616 Greenville Ave., Dallas 75243 (NE corner of Royal & Greenville) – the site of the Fall 40 Days for Life-Dallas Vigil. We will return to St. Patrick for closing Benediction. For more information, contact Joanne Underwood, 214- 261-8499, 469-767-5785, or [email protected].

20 The “Not So Underground Railroad”: Activating Youth in the Movement to Abolish Abortion: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., at John Paul II High School Junior Presentation Hall. High school students are invited to join us for an afternoon of dynamic speakers, pro-life service projects, and a monthly pro-life challenge. The theme of this meeting will be “Fearfully Wonderfully Made: The Miracle of Fetal Development.” For more information contact Youth For Life Director Jacquelyn Smith, 972-416-9591, or [email protected].

20 3rd Saturday Rosary for those on Death Row: Immediately following 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Chapel at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 4015 S. Hampton Rd., Dallas 75224. Gather with us in present or private prayer, as we supplicate for LIFE from conception to natural death. For more i nformation, contact Maria Castillo-Lopez, [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish.

22 Feast of Blessed Pope John Paul II, author of encyclical The Gospel of Life

22 12th Annual CPLC Classic/Bishop’s Cup Pro-Life Charity Golf Tournament. Tee-off is at 12:30 p.m. at The Tribute Golf Club (New Location!), 1000 Lebanon Rd., The Colony 75056. Registration fees are $700 per foursome or $175 if you sign up as an individual. Registration and lunch begin at 11:00 a.m. Buffet dinner and awards presentation by Bishop Mark Seitz to begin right after close of play at 5:30. For sponsorship and tournament information, contact Jim Walker, 972-270- 3019 or [email protected]. Make your reservations or donations online at prolifedallas.org /golf.

26-27 University of Dallas Ministry Conference, Irving Convention Center (new venue!): Sponsored once again by the Diocese of Dallas and the Diocese of Fort Worth, the 2012 conference strives to bring together Catholic faithful from the two dioceses and the surrounding area to learn, pray, and serve. The conference will feature His Eminence Roger Cardinal Mahony, Archbishop Emeritus of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, as the Friday morning keynote speaker. The event will also feature bilingual session tracks specifically designed for teachers, catechists, and general Catholic audiences, including a bilingual presentation by the Catholic Pro-Life Committee on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: Clear Guidance from our Bishops on Understanding and Prioritizing the Issues as Faithful Catholics. The CPLC presentation will take place on Saturday, October 27, delivered from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in English by CPLC Executive Director Karen Garnett, and from 9:15-10:15 a.m. in Spanish by CPLC Spanish Ministry Director Aurora Tinajero.

Visit udmc.udallas.edu for more information and to register for the conference. Sponsored by the Diocese of Dallas, the Diocese of Fort Worth, and the University of Dallas School of Ministry.

27 GEMS Class: Christian Parenting 3: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Angels Clinic, 2520 N. Carroll Ave. (at Belmont), Dallas 75204. This is segment 3 of four classes based on the series “Effective Parenting in a Defective World”. Segment 4 will be presented on December 1st. The classes are facilitated by Jeannette Goodman, B.A., M.E.C. Ed. We will use scripture verses and worksheets along with a video to learn how to make God the center of your home. Light lunch included. Please arrange for off-site childcare, but infants are welcome. To register, contact Marilyn Kelley, 214-557-2197 or [email protected].

27 Texans for Life Coalition Annual Banquet: Westin DFW Airport Hotel, Highway 114 and Esters Rd., Irving 75063. Silent Auction opens at 5:00 p.m., followed by the banquet at 7:00 p.m. Texans for Life works to end abortion through education and lobbying to change the law. Keynote speaker this year is Ruben Quezada, Director of the Catholic Resource Center and St. Joseph Communications. He is the author of the popular book For Greater Glory: the True Story of Cristiada, the official companion to the 2012 film of the same name, the story of The Cristero War and Mexico’s struggle for religious freedom. Ruben Quezada is a recognized expert on the persecution of the Catholic Church in Mexico in the 1920’s and has traveled internationally as a speaker on this subject. Mr. Quezada will autograph copies of his book for sale. The For Greater Glory movie DVD will be on sale to benefit Texans for Life. Individual ticket price is $30 until October 12 and $35 after that. Tables seat eight guests. For more information and to make reservations, contact Texans for Life Coalition, 972-790-9044 or 817-572-1115 or texlife.org. Sponsored by Texans for Life Coalition.

27-28 CPLC Fall Baby Bank Campaign Ends. For more information, contact Jim Walker, 972- 270-3019 or [email protected].

28 Last Sunday Divine Mercy Chaplet for Those Facing Execution: Following the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church (Chapel), 110 Saint Gabriel Way, McKinney, TX 75071. Join us as we gather to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for those individuals facing execution in Texas in the coming month, as well as for the victims of violent crimes. For more information, contact Kay Leonard, 214-544-1669 or [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Gabriel Ministry to the Imprisoned & St. Gabriel Pro-Life Ministry. 30 “The Truth about Contraception and Women’s Health Care”: 7:00 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 600 S Jupiter Rd Richardson (St. Joseph Room). Join us for a special addition of Life Front presented by Dr. Joseph Behan, OB/GYN, answering questions concerning reproductive health, the dangers of hormonal contraception and Church teaching on the gift of fertility. Co- sponsored by St. Rita Dallas Physicians Guild and the Catholic Pro-Life Committee.

NOVEMBER 2012

Mass on Thursdays will be held at the White Rose Women’s Center, 4313 N. Central Expwy., Dallas 75205. For an updated schedule of masses and times, visit saintjosephshelpers.org/news-and-events. To keep the Center’s small parking lot free for clients, please park on one of the side streets – McKinney Ave. or Oliver St. Do not park on Lee St., or risk getting a ticket. Contact Darcy Maggio at [email protected] for more information. Sponsored by the White Rose Women’s Center.

2 First Friday All-Night Adoration in prayer for the advancement of the culture of life will be held at the Discalced Carmelite Monastery, 600 Flowers Ave., Dallas, located off of Jefferson Blvd. Security will be there throughout the night. Come as early as 4:00 p.m. Latin Mass will be held at 8:00 p.m. Friday and 3:00 a.m. Saturday. Adoration ends just before the 7:00 a.m. Saturday Mass. These prayer vigils are held every first Friday of the month. The Cloistered Carmelites will also be praying all night. You may leave your personal prayer requests with them. There will be food and drink available in the evening. Request flyers and directions at [email protected] or contact Mary Jane, 214-702-8051. Sponsored by the Discalced Carmelite Monastery.

2 5th Annual White Rose Benefit Dinner & Reception: 7:00 p.m. at the Dallas Country Club, 4100 Beverly Drive, Dallas 75205 This event benefits the White Rose Women’s Center and celebrates its 27 years in the Diocese of Dallas saving babies and changing lives. Special guest speaker is Rev. Shenan Boquet, President of Human Life International. For more information, visit saintjosephshelpers.org or call 214-824-5942. Sponsored by St. Joseph's Helpers of Dallas.

3 Quarterly Parish Pro-Life Coordinators Meeting, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon at a location to be determined. If you cannot attend, please send a representative. For more information, contact David Carr, 469-230-9664, or [email protected].

3 GEMS Class: Adoption: A Gift of Life & Love: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Angels Clinic, 2520 N. Carroll Ave. (at Belmont), Dallas 75204. Learn how adoption is a part of God’s plan to create families and about the beautiful triad relationship created by adoption. Light lunch included. Please arrange for off-site childcare, but infants are welcome. To register, contact Marilyn Kelley, 214-557- 2197 or [email protected].

3 1st Saturday Rosary for an End to Abortion: Immediately following 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Chapel at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 4015 S. Hampton Rd., Dallas 75224. Gather with us in present or private prayer, as we supplicate for LIFE from conception to natural death. For more i nformation, contact Maria Castillo-Lopez, [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish.

3-4 CPLC Winter Baby Bank Campaign Begins. For more information, contact Jim Walker, 972-270-3019 or [email protected]. November 4, 18 & December 2 Billings Ovulation Method of Natural Family Planning (in Coppell): 6:30 p.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, 180 Samuel Blvd., Coppell 75019, in Room 315. This is a three-part class. Natural fertility regulation relieves concern for the health effects of chemical contraceptives. It’s easy to learn and is 99.5% effective. The Billings Method has great success in helping couples achieve pregnancy where their fertility has been in doubt. It monitors fertility and reproductive health, can enhance communication and the marital relationship, and is morally acceptable to our Catholic faith. Fee for the class also includes materials, individual consultation, and follow-up for as long as needed. **If childcare is needed, please let us know in advance. For more information and to register, contact Tony & Marianne Abadie, 972-746-5142 or [email protected]. More information on the Billings Ovulation Method is available at thebillingsovulationmethod.org. (For more information regarding natural family planning, visit prolifedallas.org/nfp.)

6 General Election Day: For election and voter information, visit the Texas Secretary of State website at sos.state.tx.us or votexas.org or in Dallas County, dalcoelections.org. Please also see the Faithful Citizenship website sponsored by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: faithfulcitizenship.org. In October 2008, Bishop Farrell, in conjunction with Bishop Vann, released a teaching statement on moral considerations when voting. You can read that statement at prolifedallas.org/voting.

The CPLC is offering presentations on Faithful Citizenship. If you would like to schedule one for your parish or group, contact [email protected] or 972-267-LIFE (5433).

9-10 Post-Abortion Pastoral and Professional Conference: This regional conference will invite clergy and mental health professionals from all over Texas and the contiguous states around us. The conference will be at the University of Dallas, Lynch Auditorium. The first day (from 8:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.) is reserved for clergy, and the second day (from 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.) is reserved for health professionals as well as other interested lay people. CEUs will be offered on the second day. Guest speakers include Bishop Mark Seitz, Auxiliary Bishop of Dallas; Vincent Rue, PhD, Director of the Institute for Pregnancy Loss; Father Paul McNellis, SJ, Boston College; Diana Morin, LPC- S, LMFT, Discoveries Christian Counseling Founder; Ed O’Brien, Ph.D., LMFT, St. Rita Pastoral Center; and Rebecca Calvo, LPC, Bilingual Crisis Counselor. For more information or to register, see prolifedallas.org/conference, or contact Eileen Kuhlmann at 972-679-4760, or [email protected].

10 Pure by Choice Youth Rally at the Metro Center in Arlington. Are you concerned about the way your teens are bombarded with sex in the media and their surroundings? Our Pure by Choice Youth Rally (formerly Pure Reality) is for youth grades 8-12 and presented by the Catholic Pro-Life Committee and Catholics Respect Life of Fort Worth. It will address chastity and abstinence as the true paths to freedom. Youth must attend as a group with safe environment-cleared adults. Pre-registration is required and available at purebychoicedfw.org.

Bishop Farrell encourages all who minister to youth to take advantage of this opportunity to promote th e culture of life through chastity education:

"I enthusiastically endorse the Pure by Choice Rally as a joy-filled call to young people to say ‘yes' to life and love – the true love of Christ as lived in the freedom of chastity. I strongly enco urage all our Catholic youth and their leaders to attend this special event, to embrace the chall enge of renewing their minds and stirring up their hearts, and to take the light of this experienc e into the world to bring healing and hope." - Most Reverend Kevin J. Farrell, Bishop of Dalla s For more information, contact Youth For Life Director Jacquelyn Smith, 972-416-9591 or jsmith@pr olifedallas.org, or visit purebychoicedfw.org.

11 40 Days for Life-Dallas Victory Celebration: Save the Date; more details coming soon!

13 Creighton Model Fertility Care™ System Introductory Session (Allen): 7:30 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, 1515 N. Greenville Ave., Allen 75002. The introductory session is free but a reserva tion is required. The Creighton Model Fertility Care™ System is primarily a fertility care system whic h can be used effectively as a form of natural family planning. It is easy to learn and 99% effective. C ouples use the Creighton Model as a solution for infertility with an 80% success rate. Many women us e it for health reasons as well. To register for the class, please contact Holly Baril, CFCP, 469-774-655 9 or [email protected]. To learn more, visit intouchfertility.com. Holly is also available for appo intments on Tuesday evenings. More information is also available at creightonmodel.com . Sponsored by In Touch Fertility & Birthing Care Services. (For more information regarding natural family planni ng, visit prolifedallas.org/nfp .)

17 Christ Child Christmas Gift Market & Luncheon: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., the Doubletree Hotel- Richardson, on the southwest corner of Central Expwy. and Campbell Rd. Join us for our 7th Annual Christmas Gift Market & Luncheon to benefit the ministries of the Catholic Pro-Life Committee, the White Rose Women’s Center, and Birth Choice Counseling for Women. Our unique market offers a large selection of beautiful religious and Christmas items for home décor and gift- giving, a Cook’s Nook Shoppe of homemade foods, gifts for children and friends, and a book sale of vintage/gently-used religious and children's books, all at great prices! The gift market will be open to the public for free admission from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. A silent auction will also be held, including lots of items with something for everyone. Reservations are needed for the luncheon from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Father Jason Cargo, of Immaculate Conception Church in Corsicana, will be our keynote speaker. Individual luncheon ticket price is $30; a table of eight is $240. For more information and to register, visit prolifedallas.org /luncheon or call 972-267-LIFE (5433). Please invite your husbands, friends and families to attend. You do not have to attend the luncheon in order to shop the market.

DECEMBER 2012

Mass on Thursdays will be held at the White Rose Women’s Center, 4313 N. Central Expwy., Dallas 75205. For an updated schedule of masses and times, visit saintjosephshelpers.org/news-and-events. To keep the Center’s small parking lot free for clients, please park on one of the side streets – McKinney Ave. or Oliver St. Do not park on Lee St., or risk getting a ticket. Contact Darcy Maggio at [email protected] for more information. Sponsored by the White Rose Women’s Center.

1 1st Saturday Rosary for an End to Abortion: Immediately following 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Chapel at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 4015 S. Hampton Rd., Dallas 75224. Gather with us in present or private prayer, as we supplicate for LIFE from conception to natural death. For more i nformation, contact Maria Castillo-Lopez, [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish.

1 GEMS Class: Christian Parenting 4: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Angels Clinic, 2520 N. Carroll Ave. (at Belmont), Dallas 75204. This is segment 4 of four classes based on the series “Effective Parenting in a Defective World”. The classes are facilitated by Jeannette Goodman, B.A., M.E.C. Ed. We will use scripture verses and worksheets along with a video to learn how to make God the center of your home. Light lunch included. Please arrange for off-site childcare, but infants are welcome. To register, contact Marilyn Kelley, 214-557-2197 or [email protected].

2 Last Sunday Divine Mercy Chaplet for Those Facing Execution: Following the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church (Chapel), 110 Saint Gabriel Way, McKinney, TX 75071. Join us as we gather to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for those individuals facing execution in Texas in the coming month, as well as for the victims of violent crimes. For more information, contact Kay Leonard, 214-544-1669 or [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Gabriel Ministry to the Imprisoned & St. Gabriel Pro-Life Ministry.

December 2 & January 6 Billings Ovulation Method of Natural Family Planning (in Dallas): This is a two-part session at 6:30 p.m. at St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521 Inwood Rd., Dallas 75244, in the St. Peter and Paul Chapel. Natural fertility regulation relieves concern for the health effects of che mical contraceptives. It’s easy to learn and is 99.5% effective. The Billings Method has great success in helping couples achieve pregnancy where their fertility has been in doubt. It monitors fertility and r eproductive health, can enhance communication and the marital relationship, and is morally acceptable to our Catholic faith. Fee for the class also includes materials, individual consultation, and follow-up f or as long as needed. For more information and to register for the class, contact St. Rita Parish Nurse, Bernadette May, R.N., 972-934-8388, Ext. 318 or [email protected]. More information on the Billings Ovulation Method is available at thebillingsovulationmethod.org. Sponsored by St. Rita Paris h. (For more information regarding natural family planning, visit prolifedallas.org/nfp .) 4 Interfaith Clergy Panel on the Death Penalty, 7 – 9 p.m., location to be announced. More information coming soon. Sponsored by the Texas Coalition Against the Death Penalty.

7 First Friday All-Night Adoration in prayer for the advancement of the culture of life will be held at the Discalced Carmelite Monastery, 600 Flowers Ave., Dallas, located off of Jefferson Blvd. Security will be there throughout the night. Come as early as 4:00 p.m. Latin Mass will be held at 8:00 p.m. Friday and 3:00 a.m. Saturday. Adoration ends just before the 7:00 a.m. Saturday Mass. These prayer vigils are held every first Friday of the month. The Cloistered Carmelites will also be praying all night. You may leave your personal prayer requests with them. There will be food and drink available in the evening. Request flyers and directions at [email protected] or contact Mary Jane, 214-702-8051. Sponsored by the Discalced Carmelite Monastery.

8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception This feast carries the clear message of God’s relationship with human life at its earliest stages.

8 The “Not So Underground Railroad”: Activating Youth in the Movement to Abolish Abortion: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., location to be determined. High school students are invited to join us for an afternoon of dynamic speakers, pro-life service projects, and a monthly pro-life challenge. The theme of this meeting will be “Conception: What’s God Got to Do With It?” For more information, contact Youth For Life Director Jacquelyn Smith, 972-416-9591 or [email protected].

8-9 23rd Annual National Night of Prayer for Life: Encouraging Eucharistic Adoration from 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m., to span the Feasts of the Immaculate Conception and Our Lady of Guadalupe’s first apparition to St. Juan Diego. During the 11:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. hour, parishes in all times zones in the United States will be praying together in the “hour of unity

If your parish plans to participate in the National Night of Prayer for Life, please let us know at 972-267-LIFE (5433) or [email protected]. More information is available at nationalnightofprayerforlife.org. Sponsored by National Night of Prayer for Life.

11 Creighton Model Fertility Care™ System Introductory Session (Allen): 7:30 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, 1515 N. Greenville Ave., Allen 75002. The introductory session is free but a reserva tion is required. The Creighton Model Fertility Care™ System is primarily a fertility care system whic h can be used effectively as a form of natural family planning. It is easy to learn and 99% effective. C ouples use the Creighton Model as a solution for infertility with an 80% success rate. Many women us e it for health reasons as well. To register for the class, please contact Holly Baril, CFCP, 469-774-655 9 or [email protected]. To learn more, visit intouchfertility.com. Holly is also available for appo intments on Tuesday evenings. More information is also available at creightonmodel.com . Sponsored by In Touch Fertility & Birthing Care Services. (For more information regarding natural family planni ng, visit prolifedallas.org/nfp .)

12 Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, whose image brought about an end to the practice of human sacrifice among the Aztecs, and she is the Patroness of the Unborn. On her feast day, December 12, we commend to her care all unborn children and those who defend them.

15 GEMS Class: Spirituality & Happy Birthday Jesus Party: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521 Inwood Rd., Dallas 75244 in Sweeney Lounge. Come learn the great things God has in store for each of us when we live by His grace. Develop a relationship with God and discover your worth as His child. Class is followed by a Christmas party as we celebrate the Christ Child’s arrival with food, fellowship, and gifts for the children. All Gabriel Angels, Gabriel Moms, GEMS Academy candidates, and friends of Project Gabriel are invited. A light lunch is included. Childcare is available with advanced reservations only, and space is limited. To register for the class and childcare, contact Marilyn Kelley, 214-557-2197 or [email protected].

28 Feast of the Holy Innocents – St. Francis Anglican Church invites all to attend its annual Commemoration of the Holy Innocents: 6:00 p.m. Evening Prayer and Holy Rosary, followed by Low Mass (Anglican) at St. Francis Church, 3838 Walnut Hill Ln., Dallas (between Marsh & Midway). Blessing of the Gifts & Christmas Celebration will be held in the Parish Hall at 7:15 p.m. In honor of the Christ Child and in remembrance of the Holy Innocents, we are requesting diapers, wipes, toiletries, and new layette items. Donations benefit the White Rose Women’s Center, Birth Choice, and Project Gabriel mothers who made courageous decisions for life in 2012. For more information call St. Francis Anglican Church, 214-351-1401, visit stfrancisdallas.org, or contact Kevin McNevins, 214-206-8859 or [email protected]. Sponsored by St. Francis Anglican Church, St. Michael’s Conference Youth and Anglicans for Life.

30 Feast of the Holy Family The family is the sanctuary of life, and we can draw from this feast a renewed commitment to defend and promote strong families.

Save the Date for these 2013 Events for Life with Bishop Kevin Farrell: January 19 – 40th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade – Mass and Dallas March for Life April 6 – The Bishop’s 20th Annual Catholic Pro-Life Dinner