https://www.respectlife.org/celebrate
Since 1973, the Catholic Church in the United States has observed October as Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday of October is observed as Respect Life Sunday. As Catholics, we are called to cherish and protect those who are most vulnerable, from the beginning of life to its end, and at every point in between. During the month of October, the Church asks us to reflect more deeply on the dignity and gift of every human life.
Here are some ideas for participating in Respect Life Month!
1. PARTICIPATE IN OUR DIOCESAN MASS
October 3rd, 2026.
You are invited to participate in a Eucharistic celebration to reflect on the respect of life from conception to natural death. Please see flyer for more information
2. PRAY
Pray the Respect Life Month Novena!
October 22-30, 2026
Join thousands of Catholics across the country praying for the protection of human life from conception to natural death. Each day of the novena features a different prayer intention, as well as a short reflection, ideas for building a culture of life, and more. Sign up to get the daily prayers delivered straight to your inbox from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops!
3. REFLECT
This short reflection unpacks this year's theme, "Mary, Mother of Life," demonstrating how the life of the Blessed Mother teaches us to respect each human life in every stage and circumstance.
For more Respect Life prayers, reflections, and information from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, please visit usccb.org/prolife and respectlife.org.
Blessings!
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