Park right next to the event at the University of St. Thomas Moran Center garage at the corner of West Alabama and Graustark.
http://www.stthom.edu/Visitors_Community/Maps_Directions.aqf and then click on “Parking” for a map.
Only $2 to park (bring cash, if you can).
Unite for Life – Houston welcomes the Brittany Pierre Band to the Funfest on Saturday, April 21st. Come enjoy the inspirational and soulful music with us! And for a preview, check out their website: http://www.brittanypierreband.com/
We will have Mission Burrito tacos, Papa John’s pizza, Shaved Ice, Popcorn, Cotton Candy, and drinks for sale.
The Moonwalk is free!
Cakewalk for all.
Fetal models and ring toss on the baby bottle for the kids.
Stay tuned to hear the announcement of our band!!!
VIGIL FOR ALL NASCENT HUMAN LIFE
EVENING PRAYER
People of ALL FAITHS are invited to join in this worldwide simultaneous prayer
Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
November 27, 2010 at 8:30 pm
His Eminence Daniel Cardinal DiNardo presiding
On Saturday, November 27, Pope Benedict XVI will open the new liturgical year by celebrating a Vigil for All Nascent Human Life at St. Peter’s Basilica. The pope has requested that “all diocesan bishops (and their equivalent) of every particular church preside in analogous celebrations involving the faithful in their respective parishes, religious communities, associations and movements.”
“Nascent human life is under attack in a myriad of ways,” said Deirdre McQuade, assistant director for policy and communications at the Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities. “In the United States alone, over 50 million unborn children have lost their lives to abortion since Roe v. Wade.” In addition to abortion, “embryonic stem cell research kills human beings at their earliest stages in the name of science. Reproductive technologies destroy or indefinitely freeze many more lives than are ever born,” she said.
McQuade added, “This unprecedented worldwide vigil is a fitting start to Advent when we prepare for the Nativity of Jesus Christ, who gave every life its full worth and dignity.”
Michael Berry has talk shows in the afternoons in Houston on AM 950 and AM 740. Today he had multiple callers discuss abortion during his “open line Friday”. He said pro-lifers should have the same passion for helping the children AFTER they are born that they do to protect them BEFORE they are born. Thoughts, anyone? Join us on facebook and you can easily join the discussion!
Calling and e-mailing radio programs is a great way to get the media to talk about abortion. Take advantage of this opportunity with our Houston radio talk shows. It’s an easy way to increase awareness and educate the public. One of the callers on Michael Berry’s show today brought up the fact that Planned Parenthood was founded by a woman who supported black genocide. This was a great educational tool!
Ethics Committees in Houston
Want to learn about what really happens in Ethics Committees from an insider? Gina Sanchez, RN is a member of the Texas Children’s Ethics Committee and she’s going to tell us the good, the bad, and the ugly. Join Health Care Professionals for Life on Saturday, Nov 13 at 11am. E-mail healthcareprofessionalsforlife@gmail.com for location.
This letter was read at all Catholic Masses in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston two weekends before the election. Any thoughts?
Please read the words of Daniel Cardinal DiNardo regarding Proposition 1: “The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston recognizes the need to make critical improvements to Houston’s infrastructure for the benefit of all the City’s residents. However, the Archdiocese has concerns about the method in which Proposition 1 (on the upcoming November ballot) will address the need for better drainage and flooding around Houston. Proposition 1 would charge all property owners fees which would go toward a dedicated fund for drainage and street repair. However, churches of many faiths often have larger tracts of land in order to accommodate parking, schools, social service facilities, and fellowship buildings. As a result, the fees [that] may be potentially assessed from Proposition 1 would have a financial impact on all the City’s religious institutes. This would be particularly burdensome on Archdiocesan parishes and schools, which would have to find ways to use limited resources to pay the proposed fees for all their property. In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue. We strongly urge all Archdiocesan parishioners to register, to become informed on key issues impacting our city and state, and to vote in the upcoming election.”
SUCCESS!!
We had a fabulous event yesterday with attendance estimated at 1,500. Our speakers gave us amazing testimony and motivation to work for the unborn. We had over 30 booths of pro-life organizations with multiple groups adding more than 20 new members! With these new members we have many more Houstonians in the fight to end abortion in Houston!
T-shirts and bumper stickers are now available. Any person donating $10 or more will receive a t-shirt (please enter your shirt size under the question of “Work Phone”) AND a bumper sticker!!! Donate/Purchase online at https://secure.piryx.com/donate/NVcWfDkg/ufl_houston/2010.
Thanks for being a part of this historic event!
Very important:
Please read the entire FAQ section for very important information.
To summarize some points:
- The event will last until about 2pm. Bring snacks/drinks for yourself and kids!
- No signs or banners allowed.
- Bring umbrellas, hats, sunscreen, etc. to be prepared for any weather.
- Wear comfortable shoes.
- We’ll have people helping you with parking. Details in FAQ section.
- Please plan to leave at least an hour for parking.
- Bring cash to buy t-shirts, bumper stickers, posters, etc.
- Get ready for an awesome day!
