NAME: Sanctity of Life Committee
REPORTING STATUS: Parish Council / Pastor
PURPOSE:
- To be an active witness to the gospel of life.
- To educate the parish community on issues threatening the sanctity and dignity of human life in all its stages, especially in the relationship to the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- To coordinate the efforts with other groups at the local, diocese, state and national levels.
FUNCTIONS: Activities necessary to achieve the above purposes.
- Regular meetings will be scheduled at a frequency to be determined by the committee. Special meetings will be called when necessary.
- Educational activities shall include:
- Information items provided through the church bulletin.
- Coordination of Mass petitions with the pastor, and coordination of other prayer activities that promote the sanctity of human life.
- Take part in programs that focus on the religious, political, and social aspects of important pro-life issues.
MEMBERSHIP: Open to any member of Saint Cecilia Catholic Community.