I CAME SO THAT
THEY MIGHT HAVE
LIFE
These Respect Life resources highlight the Eucharist and Jesus' message, "I came so that they might have life" (John 10:10). Although designed especially for use October 2024 (Respect Life Month) through September 2025, they can be used at any time.
They are meant to be brought to life as tools in your hands and can be downloaded, printed, and reproduced for use in your parish, school, or ministry, provided these guidelines are followed.
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Ideas and suggestions are provided for using the resources in a range of settings. These can be found under "Leaders' Toolkits" in the website navigation menu.
A Prayer for Life
to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament
This prayer invokes the power of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament to help us defend the gift of human life at all stages. It is available as a prayer card featuring Jesus’ message in John 10:10, “I came so that they might have life.”
(Available in English and Spanish.)
Poster
The 2024 Respect Life poster features the Eucharist and Jesus’ message in John 10:10, “I came so that they might have life.” The placement of “Respect Life” beneath the verse conveys that Jesus’ message and our response to it inherently include respect for human life. The design also reflects the importance of grounding efforts on behalf of life in the Eucharist.
(Available in English and Spanish. If you need a different file format or have any issues, please contact prolife@usccb.org.)
Chairman's Statement (2024)
Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington, then-chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities, called on Catholics to renew their commitment to the legal protection of human life, to support policies and service ministries that assist mothers, and to extend compassion to those suffering from participation in abortion.
(Available in English and Spanish.)
Reflection
"I came so that they might have life."​
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This short reflection unpacks the Eucharistic theme, highlighting how Catholics are called to be lights in the darkness.
The reflection can be used as the basis for a homily or talk, shared in parish bulletins, printed in your diocesan paper, and included in newsletters. It could also be used as the basis for small group discussions at parish pro-life meetings, in a high school religion class, or simply among friends. Consider sharing the webpage version on social media.
(Available in English and Spanish.)
Graphics
Images are provided in a variety of formats and dimensions and can be downloaded directly for use on parish/diocesan websites and in bulletins and newsletters. (Guidelines)
(Available in English and Spanish.)
