Protect Life In January
Protecting the Sanctity of Human Life
January is widely recognized as a month to honor and protect the sanctity of human life. It is centered around the anniversary of Roe v. Wade (January 22) and marked by prayer, advocacy, and events like the March for Life, to promote the legal protection of unborn children and the dignity of human life.
This month, there are many ways Catholics can pray, fast, do penance, and take action to protect the sanctity of human life. See below for ways you can participate.
Diapers and Wipes Drive
OLL’s Celebrating Life! Ministry is collecting diapers and wipes in the Gathering Space throughout the rest of January. All items collected will be delivered to St. Gianna’s No Cost Baby Boutique in Grand Rapids.
9 Days For Life Novena
January 16 – 24
Join Catholics across the country in praying for an end to all abortion during the 9 Days for Life novena from January 16-24. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life.
Sign up for daily text and/or email reminders here.
Find the daily prayers here.
Day of Prayer For The Legal Protection of Unborn Children
Thursday, January 22
Every year, the Catholic Church in the U.S. observes a day of prayer for the legal protection of unborn children on the anniversary of Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton.
You are encouraged to participate in a prayer vigil on that day by picking up a Choose Life Candle Kit in the Gathering Space. Light the candle and position the lantern on your front porch or in another location where it will bear witness to the value of every human life.
There are many additional ways for you and your family to participate in this day of prayer:
- Go to Mass
- Abstain from meat
- Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet
- Fast
- Pray a decade of the Rosary
- Give up TV and movies for the day
- Offer A Prayer for Life to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament
- Sacrifice some of your free time to do a small act of service for someone else
Learn more about this day of prayer and find additional resources by clicking here.
March for Life in Washington D.C.
Friday, January 23
Every January, tens of thousands of people converge in Washington, D.C. and march on Capitol Hill to remember the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling which legalized abortion in all 50 states. The March for Life is not just a protest… it is a celebration of each and every life, from the moment of conception, envisioning a world where every life is celebrated, valued, and protected.
The Right to Life of Holland Area is offering options for transportation and lodging for anyone who wishes to attend the National March For Life in Washington D.C.
Complete this form to register or visit rtlofholland.org.
Fast For Life
Friday, January 23
If you are unable to attend the March For Life in Washington D.C., there is still a way for you to participate in the pro-life movement from wherever you are. Fast for Life is a worldwide initiative to support this cause. Whether you choose to fast in the traditional sense or fast in a more unique way, sign up to participate here.
When you sign up, you’ll receive The Choice is Love as a free downloadable booklet.
Walk for Life in Holland
Saturday, January 24
March for Life right here in Holland, Michigan. The march will begin at 11:00 a.m. at Centennial Park. A devotional and prayer service for unborn children will follow at Central Avenue CRC Sanctuary. This devotional will be led by Ann Wilson, President of RTLHA.
These events are free to attend. A free will offering will be taken at the memorial service.