Our Social Concerns Committee's Pro-life Subcommittee works promote the dignity of life at all stages. They organize our parish's presence at the 40 Days for Life campaign each October and sponsor other pro-life events throughout the year. If you would like more information about the Pro-Life Group at St. Matthew, please fill out the form below or contact Jeff Solinger at jksolinger@aol.com or (614) 506-2382.

Since the leak of the draft decision of the Supreme Court to overturn Roe vs Wade, some abortion advocates are calling for nationwide demonstrations, disruption of Catholic Mass services, and the personal intimidation of specific Supreme Court justices. Three of the five signers of the draft decision are Catholic, and there have been about 10 incidents since the leak.

In response, Archbishop José H. Gomez, president of the USCCB and Archbishop William E. Lori chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities, have invited the faithful to unite in fasting and prayer. Their key intentions are:

• For our nation and the integrity of our judicial system; and that all branches of government will be dedicated to protecting the dignity and rights of the human person, from conception to natural death.
• For the conversion of the hearts and minds of those who advocate for abortion.
• For Our Blessed Mother’s intercession and guidance as the Church continues to walk with mothers and families in need, and continues to promote alternatives to abortion.

Though prayer and fasting can be done at any time, the bishops have specifically asked for our prayers this Friday, May 13, the Memorial of Our Lady of Fatima. They concluded their response with: “As Catholics, let us witness to the beautiful gift of life with civility and love, with our peaceful prayers, and our compassionate service to all those in need”.
 
Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us.

If you are interested in learning more about St. Matthew’s Pro-Life group, please contact Jeff Solinger at jksolinger@aol.com or (614) 506-2382.