November 27 Worldwide Vigil for the Unborn and Other Events

Bilingual Resources Available for November 27 Worldwide Vigil for the Unborn

On Saturday, November 27, Pope Benedict XVI will open the new liturgical year by celebrating a Vigil for All Nascent Human Life at St. Peter’s Basilica. According to data from the World Health Organization, there are over 110,000 abortions each day worldwide. In response to the Holy Father’s invitation to join him in prayer for the unborn, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Secretariats of Divine Worship and of Pro-Life Activities have developed resources to help parishes, religious communities and organizations participate. English and Spanish language worship aids are available in multiple formats atwww.usccb.org/prolife/papalvigil.

Since the Vigil for All Nascent Human Life falls on the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend, four different worship options—including longer and shorter forms—are suggested for local use or adaptation. Following directives given by the Vatican and approved by the USCCB, all four options include Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction. Rubrics are also provided for priests and liturgy directors.

Close the School of the Americas (SOA) -- Join the Send-off for those attending the annual SOA protest gathering in Columbus Georgia: Monday, November 15, 2010; 7:00pm – 8:30pm; St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 2702 Broadway Ave. E, Seattle. For more information about the gathering in Georgia (Nov 19 - 21), see www.soaw.org. For more about the send-off and SOA-W Puget Sound, contact 206 / 632-1523 or sgregmare@aol.com. Also see attached flyer.

SAVE THE DATE - 2011 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering Protecting Human Life and Dignity: Promoting a Just Economy February 13 - 16, 2011
Please consider participating in the Catholic Social Ministry Gathering as 19 leading Catholic national organizations explore common issues and concerns of global and domestic policy on human life, justice and peace that challenge our nation and world. Join Catholic social ministry leaders from across the United States.

Step 1. Register for the meeting – Registration opens November 2010. Early Registration fees are $260.00 from November 2010 through December 17, 2010. Standard Registration fees increase to $310.00 from December 18, 2010 through January 20, 2011.
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Contact CSMG Reservations with questions at csmg@usccb.org or 1-877-247-0449.