Imitating Jesus in Pro-Life Conversations - Respect Life Rally
Please join us for the Bishop's 17th Annual Respect Life Rally to take place at the Catholic Life Center, Main Auditorium, on Sunday, January 10, 2010, from 2:00-4:00pm. (1800 S. Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge, LA 70808)
This year's keynote presentation entitled, "Imitating Jesus in Pro-Life Conversations" will be given by Deirdre McQuade, the Assistant Director for Policy and Communications of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities. Deirdre is a dynamic speaker with a wide range of experience in the pro-life field. We are very fortunate to have her keynote this year's Rally!
Also join us for a Living Rosary with Bishop Robert Muench with prayers read by high school youth. The high school Pro-Life Oratory Contest winners will also give their winning speeches on The Tragedy Embryonic Stem Cell Research and The Tragedy of Abortion. The Knights of Columbus will be putting up the white crosses to create the Cemetary of Innocents. Our Catholic Charities department of Counseling, Maternity, and Adoption will also be sponsoring a presentation on the joys of adoption. There will also be local Respect Life displays throughout the auditorium.
There is something for all ages! Crafts and activities will be available for children ages 7 and under.
Please bring your families and come for a couple hours of entertainment and enrichment!