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Archdiocesan Breast Cancer Healing Mass, June 7

A special Mass will be celebrated to honor and extend healing to all who have been affected by breast cancer on June 7 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Ambrose (St. Louis City “On the Hill”). Survivors, patients, family, and friends are welcome. Fr. Jack Siefert, pastor of St. Ambrose, will celebrate the Mass, which will also include an opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. A reception will be held immediately afterwards. Contact prolife@archstl.org or 314.792.7555 for additional information.
First Saturday Rosary for Life, June 7

The Archdiocesan Respect Life Apostolate invites you to join us in peaceful prayer and witness outside the St. Louis abortion facility (4251 Forest Park Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108) at the First Saturday Rosary for Life on June 7. We will meet at 9:30 a.m. on the sidewalk with additional prayer, hospitality, and refreshments at Our Lady of Guadalupe Covent right after. Contact prolife@archstl.org or 314.792.7555 for additional information.
Project Rachel, an Abortion Healing Ministry program of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is holding a Day of Hope and Healing for women on Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The day retreat, which includes Mass, the Sacrament of Reconciliation and lunch, will be held in a confidential, prayerful setting in the St. Louis area. The cost is $20 per person. Encourage those wounded by abortion to accept this opportunity for healing by contacting 314.778.0628 or hopehealing@archstl.org.
Please join the RLA team in witnessing peacefully and prayerfully outside the St. Louis abortion facility on Forest Park Avenue. Starting at 11 a.m., we will pray for preborn children and pregnant mothers. Carpooling and parking along Boyle Avenue is recommended.
The Respect Life Apostolate of the Archdiocese of St. Louis invites you to join us in peaceful prayer and witness at the First Saturday Rosary for Life on May 3. After the recent decision in the abortion industry case rehearing paved the way for abortions to resume in Missouri, the people of God will be united, present, and praying. We will meet at 9:30 a.m. on the sidewalk outside the abortion facility for a pro-life Rosary with meditations and other prayers until approximately 10:15 a.m. You’re welcome to stay for additional prayer and hospitality at Our Lady of Guadalupe Covent after the prayer event concludes. We appreciate the Salesian Sisters of Mary Immaculate for their generous welcome.

The address is 4251 Forest Park Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108. You’re encouraged to carpool, park along Boyle, and be aware that this is a high-traffic, carefully monitored area. If you can’t join us in person, please unite with us in prayer from wherever you are.
The Respect Life Apostolate of the Archdiocese of St. Louis invites you to join us in peaceful prayer and witness at the First Saturday Rosary for Life on April 5. After the recent decision in the abortion industry case rehearing paved the way for abortions to resume in Missouri, the people of God will be united, present, and praying. We will meet at 9:30 a.m. on the sidewalk outside the abortion facility for a pro-life Rosary with meditations and other prayers until approximately 10:15 a.m. You’re welcome to stay for additional prayer and hospitality at Our Lady of Guadalupe Covent after the prayer event concludes. We appreciate the Salesian Sisters of Mary Immaculate for their generous welcome.

The address is 4251 Forest Park Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108. You’re encouraged to carpool, park along Boyle, and be aware that this is a high-traffic, carefully monitored area. If you can’t join us in person, please unite with us in prayer from wherever you are.
March 21-23 – Abortion Healing Ministry Weekend Retreat

Women, men, and couples wounded by abortion are invited to attend the Holy Family Hope & Healing Retreat Weekend, offered through the Archdiocese of St . Louis Abortion Healing Ministry. A trained and compassionate team, including a priest and licensed counselor, will gently lead participants through the critical steps of healing after abortion and help retreatants encounter the merciful love of Jesus Christ, the Divine Physician. The $100 cost includes two night’s lodging, meals and all materials. All information and inquiries are confidential. Contact: cynthiahaehnel@archstl.org or 314.778.0628

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Wednesday, March 12 – Pro-Life Apologetics Workshop for Young Adults, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.)

In this Pro-Life Apologetics Workshop, learn how to have effective pro-life conversations that change hearts and save lives. The presenter is Kristina Massa from Justice for All, a national leader in pro-life apologetics and outreach, and the workshop is co-hosted by the Archdiocesan Respect Life Apostolate and Students for Life of America. The event will be held in the Fleur de Lis Room at the Cardinal Rigali Center from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 12. Doors open at 6 p.m. for fellowship and refreshments. To RSVP or for more information, contact prolife@archstl.org and 314.792.7555.
March 5 – April 13 Archdiocesan Deacon Diaper Drive

During the weeks of Lent, Wednesday, March 5 through Sunday, April 13, 2025, the Permanent Deacons in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, in conjunction with the Respect Life Apostolate, will be collecting diapers for infants, toddlers and adults as part of our tenth annual diocesan-wide pro-life service project to assist families in need. Last year, over 225,000 diapers were collected for those in need and the hope is to exceed that total this year. Please consider placing the purchase of infant, toddler or adult diapers on your shopping list and bring them to your local parish during the Lenten weekends selected and advertised by your parish. All diapers collected will be donated to local families in need throughout the Archdiocese. There is a need for larger-sized diapers and toddler pull-up pants for children, as well as wipes and adult diapers. Please also pray for the success of this project and be as generous as possible.
The Respect Life Apostolate of the Archdiocese of St. Louis invites you to join us in peaceful prayer and witness at the First Saturday Rosary for Life on March 1. With abortions likely resuming at this location, the people of God will be united, present and praying. We will meet at 9:30 a.m. on the sidewalk outside the abortion facility for a pro-life Rosary with meditations and other prayers. Please join us for additional prayer and hospitality at Our Lady of Guadalupe Convent afterward, located right across the street. Carpooling and parking mindfully along Boyle Avenue in this high-traffic, carefully monitored area is suggested. If you cannot join us in person, please unite with us in prayer by praying the Rosary from wherever you are.

Archdiocese of St. Louis Breast Cancer Healing Mass

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