Dignity of Life Ministry
cid:image001.jpg@01CA3224.D4261F00Committed to professing the dignity ofevery human person from conception to natural death.
PARISH CONTACT: Elaina or Kristen Liffrig 663-4849; Alison Krumm 663-1660

The Dignity of Life Ministry, is dedicated to bringing the Gospel of Life (John Paul II)  to our parish, prayerfully serves to share the teachings of the Church regarding Right To Life, embryonic stem cell research, euthanasia, end of life care, contraception/Natural Family Planning, bio-ethics, dignity of the disabled, eugenics, ethics of organ transplantation and thedeath penalty. The ministry is focusedin sharing these teachings , (see information on the Freedom of Choice Act FOCA under this link). http://www.nrlc.org/foca/index.html

Resources  
 
http://www.teensforlife.com/
http://www.firstchoiceclinic.com

Forty Days of Life
http://www.40daysforlife.com/http

National Network of Pregnancy Resource Centers
Trained consultants available 24/7 to help you with your pregnancy relatedconcerns.
www.optionline.org

A Woman's Right to Know
Information on Fetal Development, Abortion and Alternatives (Minnesota Department of Health).
www.health.state.mn.us/wrtk/wrtk-handbook.pdf

Stand Up Girl
A site to learn from others and share experiences about your unexpected pregnancy.
www.standupgirl.com

Ultrasound
To learn more about ultrasound go to General Electric’s patient site and timeline of fetal growth.
www.gehealthcare.com/usen/patient/ultrasound/obtimeline_new.html

Just the Facts
Learn amazing facts of life before birth and information pertaining to the first 9 months of life, when life begins.
www.justthefacts.org/clar.asp

American Pregnancy Association
A national health organization promoting reproductive and pregnancy wellness. Pregnancy calculator for conception, gestation and due dates available. Pregnancy information and discussion forms.
www.americanpregnancy.org

Adoption Options
Up-to-date information about adoption. You can read birthmother testimonials, look at sample profiles of adoptive families, or find an adoption agency in your area.
www.iChooseAdoption.org
www.troublewith.com

Residential Retreat and Maternity Home
Saint Gianna's is located in Warsaw, ND - 1-877-701-3077. An inviting atmosphere which will allow you a safe, secure and peaceful place to stay for a day, weekend or longer as you decide what's best for you and your baby. Children welcome.
www.saintgiannahome.com

National Runaway Switchboard
Confidential hotline that provides support and referrals to runaway youth, youth who are thinking about running away, and their families. 1-800-RUNAWAY.
www.1800runaway.org

Abortion Recovery
If you are facing issues relating to a past abortion, there are caring people to help address your concerns.
www.AbortionRecovery.org

www.rachelsvineyard.org


Sexual Integrity and Relationship Education
Created to give women of all ages a place to go for straight facts about sex, choices and where to go for support. Free from lectures, social scrutiny and judgments!
www.proknowledge.org

A regional program for support.
www.makeasoundchoice.com

Fertility Care Education
Learn to appreciate your fertility and be active participants in your procreative and gynecologic health. Check out http://nfp.marquette.edu/ or email renee@firstchoiceclinic.com for more information.