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March for Life
ST. PETER-MARIAN HS GUARDIANS FOR LIFE 2008 / CATHOLIC FREE PRESS PHOTO
The 2023 March for Life will take place this year in Washington, DC on Friday, January 20, 2023.
THE BUS TRIP IS BACK AND REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Respect Life Mass on Thurs., Jan. 19 - 7:30 p.m.
St. Paul's Cathedral
followed by departure of buses to Washington, DC
Cost: $130 per person
Registration Deadline: DECEMBER 15
Registrations accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Details and registration forms can be found below.
After a two-year pandemic-related hiatus, the Diocese of Worcester's bus trip to the annual March for Life in Washington, DC is back! One of the most frequently asked questions in recent months has been will there still be a March for Life now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned? YES! The March for Life organization has clearly indicated that the annual March in defense of human life will continue until the most defenseless little ones are welcomed in life and protected in law. Visit www.marchforlife.org for more.
The Dobbs decision of June 24 that overturned Roe was historic and should be celebrated. But now there is even more work to do as the abortion question is returned to the states and the forces of the culture of death continue to assail us. We know that nearly 50 years of advocating for those most vulnerable has moved mountains! We have seen the profound effects that perseverence in prayer, sacrifice and charitable works has had! With the help of God, we continue with renewed hope and enthusiasm to be proclaimers of the Gospel of Life!
WHAT'S NEW THIS YEAR?
Nationally:- Beginning this coming January, thanks to the overturning of Roe, the March will end at the U.S. Capitol instead of the Supreme Court, in recognition of the fact that the halls of Congress are where much advocacy for life must be done going forward. More information HERE.
- The National Prayer Vigil for Life at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will continue to be held in a somewhat modified format without the continuous overnight holy hours, but still maintaining the magnificent vigil Mass and early morning closing Mass. More information HERE.
Locally:- Our bus trip will follow the same itinerary as in past years (more below), but we have had to make a few adjustments regarding the logistics of registration.
- Lots of changes have happened with the charter bus industry during the past two years. The pandemic hurt business and many companies were forced to downsize. Also, during that period of time, the owners Fox Bus Lines, which had served us faithfully for so many years, retired and the company has been sold to a new entity. We wish the owners well in their retirement, and we will miss them! We have had to do an extensive search to find a transportation company that can accommodate us. Fortunately, we have found a bus company that can accommodate our group and can now open registration. Other dioceses are encountering similar issues. Unfortunately, as with everything else, particularly the cost of fuel, prices have gone up. This is beyond our control, but we have done everything possible to find the best price. We appreciate your understanding!
- Due to the change of bus companies, our registration deadline is earlier than past years. Please be sure that we receive your registration by DECEMBER 15! We need to be sure that we can fill the two buses we have reserved by that date. After Dec. 15, please contact us to check availability. We will also maintain a wait list. Registration details are available at the links below.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND DOWNLOADS:
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
(Please read first! Includes which registration forms you need, cost and registration deadlines,
trip itinerary, and information for parish and school group leaders)
INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION FORM
CHAPERONE FORM
STUDENT PERMISSION FORM
PARISH GROUP LISTING FORM
SCHOOL GROUP LISTING FORM
Please contact the Respect Life Office if you have any questions. We are happy to help!
aledoux@worcesterdiocese.org
508-929-4311
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The National Prayer Vigil for Life (modified) and the March for Life in Washington, DC will be broadcast on EWTN television (consult local listings for channel in your area) and can be viewed online at www.ewtn.com.
Learn more at www.marchforlife.org.
The Masses for the National Prayer Vigil for Life at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC
will be broadcast on EWTN television and at www.ewtn.com
and also at the Basilica's webpage
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OTHER DIOCESAN JANUARY EVENTS WILL BE POSTED ON THIS PAGE AS THE TIME DRAWS NEAR. -
MORE LINKS:
January 22 Day of Prayer and Penance
Suggestions for observing the Jan. 22 Day of Prayer
9 Days for Life National Novena
DIOCESAN EVENTS
For a listing of local events and devotions surrounding the Day of Prayer, click here.