SVDP Respect Life: “When does human life begin?”

As people of faith, we know that human life begins at conception. At that moment, each one of us began our lives as a totally unique individual in this world.
But this isn’t just a matter of Faith. It’s just as true for those who only believe in Science. Among many other things, Science itself tells us the following:

• At the moment conception we each have our own unique DNA structure
• A baby’ heart begins beating at 8 to 12 days after conception
• Brainwaves begin at 35 days.
• Pregnancy, if allowed to continue by nature and nurture, always produces a baby

In the middle of a crisis, just one person’s encouragement can result in a better response, a life affirming decision for either parenting or adoption.
Be prepared for both sudden events and ongoing life conversations with our upcoming sessions on “When they say… you say”.

In the meantime, be aware that every Saturday a dozen or more women gather at the front door of Trenton Planned Parenthood even before the 9am opening.
Local Catholics and other Christians are also there praying. A caring Evangelical Pastor takes the lead in offering each woman information about the support available from local Crisis Pregnancy Centers.
Last week, a woman began reading the info card, looked up and said “For the first time, I have hope!”, called one of the numbers and left the line.
Please pray, learn and act in support of the many people in our own community facing a crucial Life decision each week.

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Best Local Crisis Pregnancy Support Resources:
 Community Women’s Center of Bucks County, Bristol, PA - 24 hour help line: 215-826-8090
 Choice One, Lawrenceville, NJ 215-269-6912
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Upcoming Respect Life Events and Activities:
  “When they say… you say” training and discussion sessions.
Upcoming “Second Sunday” Events
 August 12: “2 nd Sunday fellowship”, after 9am, 11am, 7pm Masses (includes coffee and donuts)
– Focus on our local St. Vincent de Paul Society members and their work.
 September 9: focus on Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of Life
 October 14: Legislative updates and NJ Right to Life Raffle Tickets
 November 11: Our Lady of Guadalupe Torch Arrival
 December 9: Legacy of Life Bottle Drive Returns
More information: Contact the Parish Office at (609) 585-6470 or email: johnmuka@optonline.net

Legacy of Life Foundation “Praise and Prayer Report” contact: Rachel@legacyoflifefoundation.org