Cherish Life

- Ministries

"Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them;
for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."
Matthew 19:14

Mission Statement:
To educate and empower the body of Christ to be active in living and promoting a culture of life, particularly by prayer, fasting, and outreach.
Ministry Information:
Members commit to daily prayer and personal fasting for God's will alone to be manifested in our work. Please note that on occasion, a monthly meeting is cancelled. Contact the [email protected] if you are interested in becoming a member or associate or for information about the next meeting.

See the video below for a recap of the Memorial of the Innocents here at the Church of Saint Paul. in 2015. It was a powerful reminder of the victims of abortion.

MCC Catholic Advocacy Network
The Catholic bishops of Minnesota established the Minnesota Catholic Conference (MCC) Catholic Advocacy Network to develop a strong, compassionate, moral voice for life, dignity, and justice in our state. Learn more about this network and register at www.mncc.org.

The Unborn Face
View a short, but powerful, video here:
http://www.prayercast.com/unborn-face.html

End of Life Presentation
Click here to listen to a presentation on end of life issues by Deacon Dan Gannon.

Check out this great video, Conception to Birth Visualized:
Cherish Life Resources:
- Archdiocese of St. Paul/Minneapolis Respect Life: www.archspm.org/departments/respect-life/index.php.
- Priests for Life: www.priestsforlife.org/welcome/index.htm.
- ProLife Across America: www.prolifeacrossamerica.com/links.htm.
- Find a pro-life doctor or information about Natural Family Planning, fertility challenges, or sterilization reversal: www.onemoresoul.com, www.creightonmodel.com, and www.ccli.org.
- Overpopulation Myth-Answers from the Population Research Institute: http://overpopulationisamyth.com/.
- A Hearty Bread Recipe for fasting on Bread and Water:
  http://www.40daysforlife.com/southfield/documents/FastingBread-SrEmmanuel.pdf
- Find a pro-life doctor or information about Natural Family Planning, fertility challenges, or sterilization reversal: www.onemoresoul.com, www.creightonmodel.com, and www.ccli.org.
- Grief to Grace: Healing the Wounds of Abuse: www.grieftograce.org or 610-203-2022.
  - Prayer for Healing the Wounds of Abuse: Physical, Emotional, Sexual
    
    Heavenly Father, Help me to call for help. I renounce the lies that keep these wounds hidden but keep me from healing and from living the abundant life you promised. I renounce Satan, who speaks lies that shame me and keep me from seeking healing and forgiveness. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
Pregnancy Resources:
- Local resource for pregnancy help: http://epiphanycaringforlife.org/.
- Crisis Pregnancy Help and Adoption information: http://prolifeacrossamerica.org and www.holyfamilyadoption.org.
- Serious Prenatal Diagnosis: www.mychildmygift.com and www.morninglightministry.org/hopeinturmoil.html.
- Death of your baby through ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death up to one year: www.morninglightministry.org and http://epiphanycaringforlife.org/ (Angel Wings Ministry at Epiphany Church in Coon Rapids, MN).
- Fertility challenges: www.morninglightministry.org/fertilitychallenges.html.
- Support and encouragement for carrying to term with an adverse prenatal diagnosis and support for raising your child with special needs after birth: www.prenatalpartnersforlife.org.
End of Life Resource:
- End of life issues: We have packets available for a small fee to educate and assist you in completing a Catholic Healthcare Directive. Contact Megan in the parish office 763-777-8601.
Abortion Resources:
- Abortion prayer and fasting campaign - 40 Days for Life: www.40daysforlife.com and www.plam.org.
- Abortion clinic sidewalk counseling: www.plam.org.
- Abortion healing for men and women - Silent No More and Rachel's Vineyard Retreats: www.silentnomoremn.org.
- Post-Abortion Help: http://afterabortion.org/.
- National Helpline for Abortion Recovery: www.nationalhelpline.org or 1-866-482-LIFE (5433).
- Rachel's Vineyard (Post-Abortion Help): www.rachelsvineyard.org or 1-877-HOPE4ME (467-3463).
  - You will not be judged, you will be loved.
  - If you are suffering, there is hope, help, and healing. The only thing standing between you and an abundant life are lies, keeping it in the dark.
  - Prayer for Post-Abortion Trauma:
    
    Heavenly Father, Give me the strength to call for help. I renounce the lies that keep me in shame, denial, and self-abuse. I want the abundant life you promised. In Jesus' Name I pray, Amen.
  - Symptoms of Post-Abortion Trauma:
    
    Bouts of crying
    
    Depression
    
    Guilt
    
    Inability to forgive yourself
    
    Intense grief/sadness
    
    Anger/rage
    
    Emotional numbness
    
    Sexual problems or promiscuity
    
    Eating disorders
    
    Lowered self esteem
    
    Drug and alcohol abuse
    
    Nightmares and sleep disturbances
    
    Suicidal urges
    
    Difficulty with relationships
    
    Anxiety and panic attacks
    
    Flashbacks
    
    Multiple abortions
    
    Pattern of repeat crisis pregnancy
    
    Discomfort around babies or pregnant women
    
    Fear/ambivalence of pregnancy
    
    Same-sex sexual relationships
    
    Body piercing/tattooing
    
    Defending/asserting the right of abortion
    
    Thoughts of hurting existing children