Respect Life Commission

“Human life is a precious gift from God; … each person who receives this gift has responsibilities toward God, self and others; and … society through
its laws and social institutions, must protect and nature human life at
every stage of its existence.” United States Conference of
Catholic Bishops

The Respect Life Commission welcomes all members of the faith community of St. Michael to find out more about the Commission its ministry, and the issues with which it is concerned. The Commission’s mission is to promote within the parish community a culture where every human being is valued and protected from the beginning, at conception, and through the natural end of human life. The Commission seeks to create awareness of the life-affirming positions of the Catholic Church regarding these most vulnerable moments in life. Ministry activities will respectfully promote education over protest, empathy over indifference, and unity over division. Please review the links below to learn more about the Commission’s events and activities and for additional information and resources. The Commission welcomes your comments and support, and invites you to contact it if you would like to learn more about this important ministry.