Pro-Life Activities

USCCB Respect Life serves the U.S. Bishops’ goal of building a culture of life “from womb to tomb”.

Welcome to USCCB Respect Life

We help local Respect Life ministries, as well as individual Catholics, to live and share Christ's Gospel of Life. Here, you can find pro-life prayers and devotions; facts about abortion, euthanasia, and bioethics; resources for supporting local ministries; Action Alerts to raise your voice politically; and practical help with sharing the truth about dignity and value of every human person.

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Walking with Moms in Need Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Since the launch of Walking with Moms in Need, Catholics in dioceses and parishes across the country have put the Gospel of Life into action,” said Bishop Daniel E. Thomas of Toledo. As chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, Bishop Thomas offered the following update for the 5th anniversary of Walking with Moms in Need.

Read Chairman's Statement here

The Truth About Abortion and Women's Health

This one-page resource dispels the many myths which claim restrictions on abortion will limit women's access to life-saving care. This resource can be printed in parish bulletins, included in newsletters, shared on social media, and more in order to help educate Catholics about these false claims.

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Join Respect Life Prayer and Action

Babies in the womb are more vulnerable than ever. When you sign up for Respect Life Prayer and Action, you will receive: prayers, action alerts to contact Congress and government leaders, service opportunities for at-risk women, and more to help protect the innocent against attacks on human life.

Join thousands of Catholics as we seek to transform our culture. Together, we are powerful!

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Respect Life Store

Visit the Respect Life Store for prayer cards, posters, pamphlets, and flyers in English and Spanish! Materials cover a variety of Respect Life topics and provide practical tips, spiritual reflections, and other helpful information.

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