Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington

Respect Life

The Respect Life Ministry is concerned with promoting and cultivating a culture of life and witnessing to the dignity of all human life, from conception to natural death. In partnership with the Archdiocese of Washington, St. Matthew's hosts a special liturgy on or near January 22, the anniversary of the U. S. Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade at which we welcome groups from across the country who participate in the March for Life along Constititution Avenue. We also host a series of Archdiocesan "Witness to Life" events.*  See the article below for details on this year's celebration.

Volunteers interested in expanding this ministry in the areas of service, education and witness should contact Norma Canedo at socialjustice@stmatthewscathedral.org or Fr. Evelio Menjivar at emenjivar@stmatthewscathedral.org. 

RALLY AND MASS FOR LIFE

Adults and families of the Archdiocese of Washington are invited to register online now (registration required) at http://AdultRallyFor Life.EventBrite.com for the Rally & Mass for Life to be held at St. Matthew's Cathedral on January 23, the day of the Annual March for Life. The Rally & Mass will mark remembrance of the 39th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Roe v. Wade. Gather in prayer for an end to abortion and a renewed recognition that "[m]an has been given a sublime dignity, based on the intimate bond which unites him to his Creator: in man there shines forth a reflection of God himself.” (John Paul II, The Gospel of Life, n. 34)

The Rally will begin at 9am with prayer, music and inspirational speakers including Loretta Fleming from the National Committee for a Human Life Amendment, and the St. Margaret of Scotland Gospel Choir. Most Rev. Francisco González, S.F., Bishop of Washington, will celebrate Mass at 10am. After Mass, many will gather for the Rally on the National Mall and the March for Life. 

PROJECT RACHEL SUPPORT GROUPS

ProjectRachelMinistry, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Washington, is hosting support groups for women who experience difficult emotions over an abortion experience. Groups are forming in DC andSouthern Maryland and will meet on Sunday afternoons or Thursday evenings. For more information, contact Julia Shelava at 301-853-4565.