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Kansas 2024 Abortion Statistics

Please see this important press release by Kansas Catholic Conference sharing the newly released but long-overdue Kansas 2024 abortion statistics. The tragic, yet not unexpected, takeaways in Kansas include a record number of abortions, a nearly 50% increase of abortions on minors, and continued loss of oversight and laws protecting women from the harms of abortion. Click HERE for report. Please share this information broadly with your parishioners. Mary, Mother of God, please pray for us.
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Prayer Warriors Needed! - KCK PP Mass & Prayer

Fr. Keith Chadwick is the new pastor at Christ the King in KCK.  He is asking for our help to pray to end the violence being done to unborn children and women at the KCK Planned Parenthood. Christ the King Parish hosts a Mass & rosary procession to PP every third Saturday of the month ( See “Ongoing Events” below for more details. Johnson County parishes, we are calling on you for help!  Each parish is being asked to take one month of the year to invite your community to join in the third Saturday prayer. See the schedule for when your parish is invited (some may call it an assignment 🙂) All are invited to pray!
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More Upcoming Events Throughout the Archdiocese

There are many wonderful events happening throughout the Archdiocese.  Click HERE for more information!

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BREATHE Respite Event

 "BREATHE is a respite care service for parents/guardians of a child with a special need to give them a break from caregiving. Virtus trained Adult, college and high school volunteers are needed to be a “buddy” to a person with a disability. Volunteers needed - please share!

For more info, click link below, then select EVENTS > BREATHE

https://archkck.org/special-needs/home/

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KCK Monthly Mass & Prayer Vigil at Planned Parenthood

Fr. Keith Chadwick is the new pastor at Christ the King in KCK. He is asking for our help to prayerfully end the violence being done to unborn children and women at the KCK Planned Parenthood. Please promote this Monthly Third Saturday prayer opportunity to your parish communities and let’s show up to storm the heavens with prayer!

Moving forward we have scheduled two area parishes per month to offer an “Invitation to Pray” to your communities. Thank you for working with us to support this important, life-saving witness! See the schedule below. Use the attached sign up to share with your communities. Our Lady of Guadalupe, please intercede for us!

Our Lady of Guadalupe, please intercede for us!

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INVITATION SCHEDULE:
Nov 15 - All Parishes invited!
 
Dec 20 - Caroling for Life 
 
Jan 17
1-Ascension
2-St. Ann
 
Feb 21
3-St. Agnes
4-Cure of Ars
 
March 21
5-St. Francis de Sales
6-Good Shepherd
 
April 18
7-Holy Angels
8-Holy Cross
 
May 16
9-Holy Spirit
10-Holy Trinity
 
June 20
11-St. JP II
12-St. Joseph
 
July 18
13-St. Michael the Archangel
14-Nativity
 
Aug 15
15-St. Paul
16-St. Pius X
 
Sept 19
17-Prince of Peace
18-Queen of the Holy Rosary - OP
 
Oct 17
19-Sacred Heart Shawnee
 
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Walking with Moms in Need Ministry Update

Please help us share the incredible fruit coming from the Walking With Moms in Need initiative that helps make the Church and our parishes places of compassion and support for women and families experiencing challenging pregnancies. 

Below is a graphic to share promoting a new video that highlights the life-changing experiences taking place!  Thank you to the Church of the Ascension, Holy Trinity Lenexa, and Queen of the Holy Rosary O.P. Walking With Moms programs featured in this video. 

Walking With Moms was launched five years ago in the Archdiocese and we invite more parishes to get involved.  If your parish would like to learn more about starting a WWMIN program or Embrace Grace support group, please contact Debra Niesen at dniesen@archkck.org.

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The Gabriel Project

We recently got a text from a mom who had taken the first abortion pill and was having regrets.  After texting back and forth and giving her a number to call for Abortion Pill Reversal, I did not hear back till the following afternoon.  When I checked in with her, she excitedly reported that she went in and there was still a heartbeat! They started her on the reversal process.  After checking in with her a couple weeks later, I learned that she has now been given a due date and the baby did make it!!! 
 
This method is effective about 68% of the time and it's a matter of timing e.g. how soon a woman calls after taking the first pill.  In this case the mom was well beyond that window of time, so I see her reversal as a miracle!  I attribute this to the hundreds of prayers prayed by our prayer warriors who interceded for her.
 
If you know of anyone who would like to be on our Gabriel Project Prayer list, our miracle team, please tell them to contact me at director@gabrielprojectkc.com.Thank you!
 
Ann Marie Alvey
Coordinator, Gabriel Project KC
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Project Rachel / Project Joseph

Project Rachel has a new Drop-In group for women who have been hurt by abortion.  It is on the first Thursday of each month from 6 - 7pm, through May.  Please contact Ann Marie Alvey at 913-621-2199 or projectrachelkc@archkck.org if you would like more information. 
 
NOTE: Pro-Life Leaders, please feel free to put this in your bulletins.
 
Another great way to advertise for the Project Rachel/Project Joseph Ministry is to print and post these new flyers on the inside doors of your restrooms at church. You can find them  HERE.
 
Thank you for all you do!
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Embrace Grace Support Group

Sat, March 7, Holy Trinity will have a baby shower for the six women participating in their Embrace Grace support group! 10am-12:30pm. To support these Brave Girls and their babies, contribute to their baby shower gifts HERE.

We need parishes outside of Johnson County to start EG support groups too! Contact us if you’re interested!

Host a "Love Box Packing" Party!

Local Pregnancy Resources centers are asking for more parishes to offer the Embrace Grace support group for single pregnant women. Thank you to St. John's - Lawrence, the Church of the Ascension - OP, and Holy Trinity - Lenexa for being EG parishes.  The Holy Spirit is doing amazing things through this program and we'd like you to be a part of it!

Here's why Love Box Packing Parties are beneficial for program introduction:

  • Hands-on Engagement: These parties involve individuals in a tangible way by having them assemble Love Boxes filled with items meant to empower and encourage single, pregnant women.
  • Program Awareness: The process of packing and preparing these boxes provides a direct connection to the Embrace Grace program and its purpose – helping women facing unexpected pregnancies find support and choose life.
  • Community Building: Love Box packing parties are an excellent way to bring together friends, church groups, or coworkers for a joyful evening of service, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
  • Outreach and Recruitment: Each Love Box contains an invitation to a local Embrace Grace group, serving as a direct outreach tool for women who may benefit from the program's support.
  • Inspiring Life Decisions: The items in the Love Box, such as handwritten letters, journals, and baby essentials, are designed to inspire hope and encourage women to choose life. 

Does your parish want to host a Share the Love Party?  Click HERE for more information.  Reach out to us if you have any questions!

Melissa Joerger | mjoerger@archkck.org

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The Culture Project

The Culture Project was recently featured on EWTN news! HERE is the direct link to the EWTN story on YouTube for further sharing.

Encourage your parish youth ministry, religious education and school leaders to book the Culture Project today

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THRIVE Foster Care Ministry

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UPCOMING EVENTS

November 16th |Foster/Adopt Family Appreciation Event - Chief's Watch Party! | 3 - 7:30 pm | Savior Pastoral Center| 12601 Parallel Pkwy, KCK

December 2025 - Cookies with Santa | Church of the Nativity - Leawood

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Fertility Awareness

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Coalition Life

The Coalition Life Prayer Circle is underway! We are praying in front of the Overland Park Planned Parenthood, 4401 W 109th St. 8:00-12:00 through this Friday 2/13.

This is an opportunity to pray for life, witness, and evangelize by your presence. Coalition Life Sidewalk Counselors are the last line of defense offering free options and resources for 4.5 hour shifts, nearly every hour of every day that Planned Parenthood is open!

Since our launch in Kansas City a little over 2 years ago, as of February 9th, we have connected 145 abortion-minded women to free, life-affirming resources. And nearly 60 clients seeking non-pregnancy related services have been referred for free or low cost options.

Can you sacrifice 1 hour this week to pray with and for us? Help us finish strong- sign up to cover 1 hour and please pass this email along to anyone who might be interested in participating. 

Sign up today!

https://circle.coalitionlife.com/

 

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40 Days for Life

Thank you to all who participated in the 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign!

We want to give a SHOUT OUT to all the parishes and schools that participated in 40 Days for Life:  

Benedictine College, Bishop Miege, Church of the Ascension, Church of the Nativity, Cure of Ars, Holy Angels,  Holy Cross, Holy Spirit, Most Pure Heart of Mary School, Prince of Peace, St. Ann, St. Francis de Sales, St. James Academy, St. Joseph, St. Michael the Archangel, St. Rose Philippine Duschene, St. Thomas Aquinas

Also, please note that David Bereit - the founder of the 40 Days for Life Campaign, will be the keynote speaker at IGNITE for LIFE - our biggest event of the year on January 28 in Topeka!  REGISTER today!

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Selah Home

(maternity home in Lawrence)

We are excited to share an important opportunity here at Insight Women’s Center. We have an opening for a Fatherhood Coordinator, a part time position, to help lead and support our growing Fatherhood Initiative.

God is doing incredible work among the men who walk through our doors. We currently have 10 dedicated volunteer fatherhood coaches who meet individually with dads and facilitate group classes. We are looking for someone with a heart for discipleship, strong leadership skills, and a passion to see fathers learn how to love and lead their families well.

If you have a part time pastor, ministry leader, or someone on your team who might be a great fit for this role, please pass along the attached job description and encourage them to reach out. I would love to visit and answer any questions they might have.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in this Kingdom work. Together we can strengthen families, encourage fathers, and help ensure every child has a strong foundation of love and support.

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Kansans for Life

Book the Kansans for Life “AFTERMATH” Traveling Exhibit & Memorial at your parish this winter and spring!

Reach out to Josh at Kansans for Life (josh@kfl.org) and visit www.aftermathks.com to learn more!

What is AFTERMATH?

  • AFTERMATH is a first‑of‑its‑kind, traveling memorial created by Kansans for Life (KFL). Kansans For Life+1

  • The exhibit spans roughly the size of a basketball court and features 19,467 fetal models, each representing a child lost to abortion in Kansas during 2023. Kansans For Life+1

Its Purpose and Message

  • The intent is to “awaken Kansans to the reality of abortion in our state” — making visible what the creators consider a hidden human cost. Kansans For Life+1

  • By giving a visual, physical representation of nearly 20,000 lives lost, the exhibit seeks to evoke emotional and moral reflection rather than presenting only numbers. The Heartlander+1

  • The exhibit invites people to learn how Kansas got to this point (citing legal/policy changes), reflect on the human impact, and — for those moved — respond (e.g. through support, advocacy, or personal reflection). Salina Post+1

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