CALENDAR OF EVENTS



CALENDAR OF EVENTS

October – December 2009

Catholic Pro-Life Committee of North Texas

Respect Life Ministry of the Diocese of Dallas



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

OCTOBER 2009 – OCTOBER IS RESPECT LIFE MONTH IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH

September 23-November 1     40 Days for Life-Dallas: Christians throughout Dallas are invited to take part in the national 40 Days for Life effort from September 23 through November 1. In addition to 40 days of peaceful prayer and fasting for an end to abortion, please come and pray during our 24 hour a day, 7 day a week vigil outside of Robinson’s abortion center, 1929 Record Crossing, Dallas, during the 40 days, and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort. For more information, to see the list of churches’ adopted days, or to sign up to pray for an hour or more at the vigil, contact Milissa Kukla, Campaign Director, 972-313-0208, 40days@, or visit 40days. All are welcome!

Weekly on Thursdays: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at The White Rose Women’s Center, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 4313 N. Central Expwy, Dallas. Please park on one of the side streets – McKinney Avenue, Lee Street, or Oliver Street – to keep the parking lot free for clients. Contact Darcy Maggio, 214-824-7314, or maggio@. You may sign up for adoration by visiting stjosephshelpers. Sponsored by The White Rose Women’s Center.

2          40 Days for Life-Dallas Core Team Meeting: 6:30 p.m., at Birth Choice, 1902 Record Crossing, Dallas. What may God be calling you to do to end the killing of His precious little ones? If you feel that God is calling you to do more to end abortion here locally, you are invited to attend our Core Team Meetings to see how you can be involved with the largest pro-life movement in America. For more information, or to volunteer to help, please contact Milissa Kukla, Campaign Director, 972-313-0208, 40days@, or see 40days. All are welcome! October planning meetings will be held October 2nd, 16th, and 30th.

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 5:00 p.m. Latin Masses 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 will be held every First Friday. 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 & directions at carmelitevigil@ or contact Vicki Middleton, 214-542-4823. Sponsored by the Discalced Carmelite Monastery.

3 Gabriel Angel Training Follow-Up Session: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3811 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas, in Room 204 of the Community Life Center. New Gabriel Angels will be commissioned at the 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass. Attendance at the September 26th session required. Contact Jessie Anne Nobles, 972-291-2384, or jnobles@.

3 Hike for Life: 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Registration. The annual walk is sponsored by the Greater Dallas Area Knights of Columbus and will be held in the following locations: Audubon Park, Garland; Erwin Park, McKinney; Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail, Waxahachie; Campion Trails, Irving; and Breckenridge Park, Richardson. If these locations are not convenient, you may participate in a personal hike. The Hike for Life raises awareness of the dignity of all human life from conception to natural death. Proceeds from the Hike benefit The White Rose Women’s Center, Birth Choice, and other crisis pregnancy centers in the Dallas area. For more information and to pre-register, visit the web site, , or contact Tom Clark, 214-282-6297, or tom@. Sponsored by Hike for Life.

3 The White Rose Women’s Center Annual Fundraising Dinner: 7:00 p.m. at the Brookhollow Golf Club, 8301 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas 75235. “An Evening with Fr. Tom Euteneuer,” President of Human Life International. Individual tickets start at $150. Patron tables of ten are available at the $1,500 Guardian Angel level, $2,500 Archangel level, $5,000 Seraphim level, and $10,000 Cherubim level. Patrons, underwriters and table hosts are invited to the patron party with Fr. Eutenueur in Brookhollow’s Oak Room immediately preceding the dinner. Credit cards accepted. Contact Shelley Stanzel, 214-686-6528, or sstanzel@. Sponsored by The White Rose Women’s Center.

4. RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY

4          Life Chain: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m., at more than 26 locations around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Last year pro-life individuals in more than 1,600 locations in over 1,400 cities and towns across the United States and Canada gathered to show solidarity of the Christian community for life and adoption versus abortion. Life Chain is a peaceful, prayerful stand for life, and signs conveying this message are available at each site. If you would like to participate in or coordinate a Life Chain in your area, contact Sharron Albertson, Texas Life Chain Director, 972-618-0400, or visit . Sponsored by Life Chain.

4-12 17th Annual International Week of Prayer and Fasting: For the Conversion of Nations, an End to Abortion, and to Build a Culture of Life. “As a pledge of an abundance of Divine Blessings upon you and yours, I paternally impart to all participants of the International Week of Prayer and Fasting, my most heartfelt apostolic blessing!” - Pope John Paul II (October 1, 2001)

 

Join Catholics around the world for this weeklong effort for a conversion of nations, an end to abortion, and to promote the Culture of Life. Consider participating as individuals, families, and parishes by organizing and offering the following: Fasting – Daily Masses – Holy Hours – Rosaries – Divine Mercy Chaplets – Participation in the 40 Days for Life-Dallas Vigil at Robinson’s abortion center. Contact Milissa Kukla, 972-313-0208, or mkukla@, or visit the national web site . Sponsored by the International Week of Prayer and Fasting.

5 American Life League’s Pro-Life Memorial Day: “American Life League’s Pro-Life Memorial Day is a call to people across the nation to pray fervently for the end to abortion,” said Erik Whittington, Director of Youth Outreach for American Life League. October 5 is the first day of the Supreme Court’s annual session. Every year, American Life League marks the start of the session with a day dedicated to the memory of the preborn. American Life League has additional information available at . You may also order the 2009 T-Shirts on the web site. Sponsored by American Life League.

10 Strike for Life “Beach Bowl” Bowl-a-Thon: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., at the Plano Super Bowl, 2521 Avenue K, Plano. Join us in a fun-filled afternoon to raise critical funds for the nine life-saving ministries of the CPLC. By forming, joining or sponsoring a team, donating to the event, or supporting the silent auction, you can help save babies, give vital support to their families and have a great time of recreation with family and friends! The minimum commitment per team is $300 in sponsorship donations, with $50 due upon registration. Pledge forms are available, and participants are encouraged to turn in sponsorship donations in advance of the event. Prizes will be awarded, including a special prize for the team that brings in the most donations! For complete details or to register a team (individual registration also available), visit bowl, or contact Tamara Baril at the CPLC office, 972-267-LIFE (5433) x302.

11 Birth Choice Open House: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., 1902 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas 75235. Come celebrate the opening of the newest Catholic Crisis Pregnancy Center in Dallas – Birth Choice, located across the street from Robinson’s abortion center! Msgr. Mark Seitz, pastor of St. Rita Catholic Church, will give a ministry blessing at 4:30. Contact Estelle Bouley, 214-631-2400, or visit . Sponsored by Birth Choice.

13 2nd Tuesday Night Rosary at Planned Parenthood abortion center, sponsored by TOPP (Texans Opposed to Planned Parenthood): 6:30 p.m., in front of Jason’s Deli, 7412 Greenville Ave., just south of Walnut Hill Ln., Dallas. After the rosary, we will go into Jason’s Deli for food, Christian fellowship and pro-life discussion. Park in the Jason’s Deli parking lot. This is a monthly event. Contact Daniel Vinzant, 214-566-2298. Sponsored by Texans Opposed to Planned Parenthood.

15 YFL DC March for Life 2010 Trip Info Meeting: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Mary Immaculate School Cafeteria, 14032 Dennis Ln, Dallas (Farmers Branch). The Youth For Life Trip to the National March for Life in Washington, D.C., will be January 21-24, 2010, and is open to high school age youth. Only miss one day of school – Friday, January 22, the day of the March. Come to the info meeting to learn about trip details, fundraisers and more. For more information, contact Youth For Life Director Jacquelyn Smith, 972-416-9591, or jsmith@.

16         40 Days for Life-Dallas Core Team Meeting: 6:30 p.m., at Birth Choice, 1902 Record Crossing, Dallas. See October 2nd listing.

16-18 Worldwide Rosary for Unborn Babies, sponsored by the Saint Michael the Archangel Organization. A person who wants to participate will pray at least one Rosary on any one of the three days for the following intention: For an end to the surgical and non-surgical killing of unborn human persons. We will be praying for those little ones who cannot pray the Rosary for themselves. The October 16 (Friday) date offers the opportunity for students to pray the Rosary together at schools. The October 18 (Sunday) date offers the opportunity for people to pray the Rosary either before or after Masses. There is no registration required to participate in this prayer event. For more information, including ways to promote the Worldwide Rosary for Unborn Babies, write to P.O. Box 41257; Memphis, TN 38174, or visit . Sponsored by the Saint Michael the Archangel Organization.

17       Respect Life Month Quarterly Mass, Adoration & Rosary Procession for an End to Abortion in Dallas & Midpoint Event for 40 Days for Life-Dallas: 8:00 a.m. Mass at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3811 Oak Lawn, Dallas, with special prayers for the unborn and an end to abortion. Mass will be followed by Eucharistic Adoration and a Rosary Procession by bus to Robinson’s abortion center, 1929 Record Crossing, Dallas (site of the Fall 40 Days for Life-Dallas Vigil). We will return to the church for Benediction. Following Benediction is a baby shower in the Marillac Parlor for Gabriel mothers who have chosen life for their babies. The Marillac Parlor is located in the Rectory which is the building across the patio from the church. Light refreshments will be served. Please join us and bring a new or gently-used item for the new babies. Extra gifts will be given by the Convert-to-Life Ministry to mothers who have chosen life. At the same time as the baby shower, there will be a screening of the Life Dynamics’ documentary film Maafa 21: Black Genocide in 21st Century America in Trinity Hall. Trinity Hall is located in the church basement and is accessed by an outside stairway. Please visit the web site about this extraordinarily powerful film, .

For information on the baby shower and screening of Maafa 21, contact Antoinette Wilson, 972-217-0616, or awilson@. For information on the Mass and Rosary Procession, contact Milissa Kukla, 972-313-0208, or mkukla@.

17 GEMS Class: Healthy Relationships: 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521 Inwood Road, Dallas 75244, in Sweeney Lounge. Facilitated by Fonda Lash, B.A., M.A. Learn to build healthy relationships by exploring past mistakes, learning to respect yourself and setting boundaries. You can experience nurturing, trusting, and God-filled relationships with yourself and with others. Light lunch included. Please arrange off-site childcare (infants are welcome). To register, contact Alison, 214-986-1411, or amorales@, by October 14.

17 Texans for Life Coalition Annual Banquet: 7:00 p.m., at the Westin DFW, Highway 114 and Esters Rd., Irving. Keynote speaker is former Dallas Cowboys favorite Bill Bates. Texans for Life works to end abortion through education and lobbying to change the law. Individual ticket price is $35, and tables seat eight guests. For more information and to make reservations, contact Texans for Life Coalition, 972-790-9044, or 817-572-1115, or . Sponsored by Texans for Life Coalition.

23-24 3rd Annual University of Dallas Ministry Conference to be held at the Dallas Convention Center, sponsored by the University of Dallas and the Dioceses of Dallas and Fort Worth. Diocesan ministry offices along with the Catholic schools and Catholic Charities in the dioceses will attend the event. There will be more than 60 exhibitors, a display of religious artwork, and ample networking opportunities. The Catholic Pro-Life Committee, Youth For Life, and Speakers Bureau will host display booths. CPLC Speakers Bureau Director Sheree Havlik is among the conference speakers. “The University of Dallas is a wealth of knowledge and the Diocese of Dallas is blessed to have this valuable Catholic resource so close to home. I am sure Catholic ministry leaders in Texas and the entire southwest can receive valuable tools to help more effectively further the Church’s evangelizing and catechetical mission,” said Bishop Kevin Farrell of Dallas. For more information and to register, visit udallas.edu/ministry/conference.cfm, or call 972-265-5809. Sponsored by the University of Dallas and the Dioceses of Dallas and Fort Worth.

23-25 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 struggle with 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, or to register, call the Abortion AfterCare-Healing helpline, 214-544-CARE (2273), or 817-923-4757 in Fort Worth, or e-mail healing@. You may also visit the web site . All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.

24 Convert-to-Life / Sidewalk Counselor Training: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 110 St. Gabriel Way, McKinney 75071, in the St. Joseph Room located in the main church building. How do you Save a Life?? Come learn the Msgr. Philip Reilly method of peaceful, prayerful presence which has helped more than 22,000 mothers turn away from abortion in New York and 3,000 mothers here in Dallas. If you feel called to be a prayer partner for a sidewalk counselor, then this training is also for you. Bring a brown bag lunch. A light breakfast will be served as well as drinks and snacks. Contact Antoinette Wilson, 972-217-0616, or awilson@. Online registration is available at .

24 Convert-to-Life Ministry Meeting: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., at the same location as the Sidewalk Counselor Training. All sidewalk counselors, prayer partners, and those who have completed the morning training session are welcome to attend. Contact Antoinette Wilson, 972-217-0616, or awilson@.

24 GEMS Class: Parenting Part 3: 12:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m., St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521 Inwood Road, Dallas 75244, in Sweeney Lounge. Facilitated by Jeannette Goodman, B.A., M.E.C. Ed. Part 4 will be held on November 14 (see entry for that date). This two-part class features videos, scripture verses and worksheets based on the series “Effective Parenting through Scripture.” Light lunch provided. Please arrange off-site childcare (infants are welcome). Note: Parenting 1 & 2 will be repeated in the spring. For more information or to register, contact Alison Morales, 214-986-1411, or amorales@, by October 21.

29       beingHUMAN III airs on EWTN: 5:30 p.m. Central Time. Should we sit on the sidelines when it comes to abortion? “beingHUMAN” is a powerful documentary-style series that explores the issues surrounding abortion and the need for pro-life activism. Filmed by an award winning director, the professional quality of these episodes deliver insight and inspiration into the greatest moral crisis of our time. With each successive episode, “beingHUMAN” challenges the viewer and gives them a deeper understanding of the issues surrounding abortion. In addition, it arms viewers with the knowledge to promote pro-life concepts and encourage them to participate in local activism. Even though the episodes build upon each other, each individual episode will be a capsulated topic enabling viewers to join the series at any point. Sponsored by 40 Days for Life and EWTN.

30         40 Days for Life-Dallas Core Team Meeting: 6:30 p.m., at Birth Choice, 1902 Record Crossing, Dallas. See October 2nd listing.

NOVEMBER 2009

Weekly on Thursdays: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at The White Rose Women’s Center, 9:00 a.m. - 300 p.m., 4313 N. Central Expwy, Dallas. Please park on one of the side streets – McKinney Avenue, Lee Street, or Oliver Street – to keep the parking lot free for clients. Contact Darcy Maggio, 214-824-7314, or maggio@. You may sign up for adoration by visiting stjosephshelpers. Sponsored by The White Rose Women’s Center.

3 9th Annual CPLC Classic/Bishop’s Cup Charity Golf Tournament: Tee-off is 12:30 p.m. at Canyon Creek Country Club, 625 W. Lookout Dr., Richardson. Registration fees are $549 per foursome, or $149 if you sign up as an individual. Registration and lunch begin at 11:00 a.m. and putting contest begins at 11:30. Buffet dinner and awards presentation to begin right after close of play at 5:30! For sponsorship and tournament information, contact Jim Walker, 972-270-3019, or golf@. Make your reservations or donations online at . 

6 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 5:00 p.m. Latin Masses 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 will be held every First Friday. 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 & directions at carmelitevigil@ or contact Vicki Middleton, 214-542-4823. Sponsored by the Discalced Carmelite Monastery.

7 Catholic Action Team (CAT) Training: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9643 Ferndale Rd., Dallas 75238, in the Parish Center. This is the third in a series that provides training and support for citizen activists interested in making a difference at the legislative level. All materials provided. Speakers and agenda to be announced soon. For more information or to register for the training, go to CAT, or call 972-267-LIFE (5433).

7 40 Days for Life-Dallas End Celebration, Pro-Life Fair & Potluck Dinner: 6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m., at St. Monica Catholic Church, 9933 Midway Rd., Dallas, 75229, in Room 109 of the Family Life Center. Please bring a dish to share. Join us to hear testimonies from 40 Days for Life-Dallas participants and visit the exhibits of pro-life organizations. For more information, contact Milissa Kukla, Campaign Director, 972-313-0208, 40days@, or see 40days. All are welcome!

7-8 CPLC Fall Baby Bank Campaign Ends. Contact Jim Walker, 972-270-3019, or jwalker@.

10 2nd Tuesday Night Rosary at Planned Parenthood abortion center, sponsored by TOPP (Texans Opposed to Planned Parenthood): 6:30 p.m., in front of Jason’s Deli, 7412 Greenville Ave., just south of Walnut Hill Ln., Dallas. After the rosary, we will go into Jason’s Deli for food, Christian fellowship and pro-life discussion. Park in the Jason’s Deli parking lot. This is a monthly event. Contact Daniel Vinzant, 214-566-2298. Sponsored by Texans Opposed to Planned Parenthood.

14 Quarterly Parish Pro-Life Coordinators Meeting: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 600 S. Jupiter Rd., Richardson. If you cannot attend this meeting, please send a representative. Contact Jim Walker, 972-270-3019, or parcoor@.

14 GEMS Class: Parenting Part 4: 12:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 600 S. Jupiter Rd., Richardson 75081. Facilitated by Jeannette Goodman, B.A., M.E.C. Ed. This two-part class (Part 3 was held on October 24) features videos, scripture verses and worksheets based on the series “Effective Parenting through Scripture.” Light lunch provided. Please arrange off-site childcare (infants are welcome). Note: Parenting 1 & 2 will be repeated in the spring. For more information or to register, contact Alison Morales, 214-986-1411, or amorales@, by November 11.

14-15 CPLC Winter Baby Bank Campaign Begins. Contact Jim Walker, 972-270-3019, or jwalker@.

20-21 Youth For Life’s Sidewalk Counseling All-night Training (SCAT) is for all youth ages 14 and up who want to learn how to sidewalk counsel or be an effective prayer partner for someone who is counseling. The fun begins on Friday, November 20, at 5:00 p.m., with dinner followed by a lively training at 7:00 p.m. with the awesome Maria Graham! After the training we will do some role-playing, hang out for a while and get some sleep. Saturday morning we start early with Mass and then head off to an abortion center to pray and put our new sidewalk counseling skills to work. After a few hours we’ll return to talk about what we just experienced. We will be done by 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 21. Cost and location TBD. Register online at SCAT. You will be asked to bring a food item for one of our shared meals. A medical release form must be on file for each person who attends. We are in need of Safe Environment cleared adults. Contact Jacquelyn Smith, 972-416-9591, or jsmith@ for more information. 

21           Holy Christ Child Luncheon & Advent-Christmas Gift Market: Join us for our 4th annual event to benefit the ministries of the Catholic Pro-Life Committee and the White Rose Women’s Center at the Doubletree Hotel - Richardson (formerly Radisson Hotel), on the southwest corner of Central Expressway and Campbell Road. Our unique market offers a large selection of beautiful, religious Advent and Christmas items for home décor and gift-giving, including gifts for children, all at great prices! The market opens at 9:30 a.m., luncheon is at 11:30, and the market reopens from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. This year features a breast of chicken entrée, salad, vegetables, and dessert. Individual luncheon ticket is $29; table of eight is $232. For more information, see HCC.

DECEMBER 2009

Weekly on Thursdays: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at The White Rose Women’s Center, 9:00 a.m. - 300 p.m., 4313 N. Central Expwy, Dallas. Please park on one of the side streets – McKinney Avenue, Lee Street, or Oliver Street – to keep the parking lot free for clients. Contact Darcy Maggio, 214-824-7314, or maggio@. You may sign up for adoration by visiting stjosephshelpers. Sponsored by The White Rose Women’s Center.

4 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 5:00 p.m. Latin Masses 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 will be held every First Friday. 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 & directions at carmelitevigil@ or contact Vicki Middleton, 214-542-4823. Sponsored by the Discalced Carmelite Monastery.

5 GEMS Class: Pre and Post Natal: 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 600 S. Jupiter Rd., Richardson 75081. Facilitated by Amy Dorsey, R.N.C.; Jeannette Goodman, B.A., M.E.C., Ed; and Therese Henry, R.N. Amy Dorsey will discuss normal expectations of pregnancy, labor and delivery. Nutrition, fetal development and risky behaviors are just a few topics she will cover. Jeannette Goodman will discuss post-natal care for both mother and baby, including practical tips for feeding, bathing, and caring for your newborn. Therese Henry will discuss the benefits of breastfeeding. Light lunch provided. Please arrange off-site childcare (infants are welcome). For more information or to register, contact Alison Morales, 214-986-1411, or amorales@, by December 2.

8 2nd Tuesday Night Rosary at Planned Parenthood abortion center, sponsored by TOPP (Texans Opposed to Planned Parenthood): 6:30 p.m., in front of Jason’s Deli, 7412 Greenville Ave., just south of Walnut Hill Ln., Dallas. After the rosary, we will go into Jason’s Deli for food, Christian fellowship and pro-life discussion. Park in the Jason’s Deli parking lot. This is a monthly event. Contact Daniel Vinzant, 214-566-2298. Sponsored by Texans Opposed to Planned Parenthood.

8-9 20th Annual National Night of Prayer for Life: 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 would like to participate in the National Night of Prayer, contact Milissa Kukla, 972-313-0208, or prayer@. Also visit the national web site: .

12 Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

12 GEMS Class: Adoption, A Gift of Life & Love: 11:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. at St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521 Inwood Rd., Dallas 75244, in Sweeney Lounge. Facilitated by Carolina Salazar, MSW. Learn more about the option of adoption, both open and closed. Hear testimonials from a birth mother, an adoptive mother, a foster parent and others that can attest to this ultimate gift of life and love. We invite our moms to bring guests, family members and anyone interested to join us in learning the biblical aspects of this selfless gift. Light lunch provided. Please arrange off-site childcare (infants are welcome). For more information or to register, contact Alison Morales, 214-986-1411, or amorales@, by December 9.

19 GEMS Class: Spirituality / Christmas Party: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Christmas Party to follow until 2:00, at St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521 Inwood Rd., Dallas 75244, in Sweeney Lounge. Learn the great things God has in store for you when you live by His grace. Celebrate the coming of the Christ Child with food, fellowship, and song! Light lunch provided. Please arrange off-site childcare (infants are welcome). For more information or to register, contact Alison Morales, 214-986-1411, or amorales@, by December 16.

28 Feast of the Holy Innocents

SAVE THESE IMPORTANT 2010 DATES WITH BISHOP FARRELL:

▪ January 16, 2010: Roe Memorial Rosary, Mass and Dallas Rally & March for Life with Bishops Kevin Farrell and Kevin Vann

▪ April 10, 2010: The Bishop’s 17th Annual Catholic Pro-Life Dinner, Hilton Anatole Dallas

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