Project Rachel is the U.S. Catholic Church's ministry to those who have been involved in abortion and is a diocesan-based network offering confidential care for women and men after abortion. Here in the Diocese of Rochester trained volunteers, including clergy and lay people are available to meet one-on-one with anyone struggling after an abortion to facilitate healing and peace using a proven step-by-step process. (Weekend retreats may also be available)
For local help call or text: (585) 991-9813 or email: return2peace@rachelroc.org
Resources to Share and to Pray for Those Seeking Mercy, Forgiveness and Healing After Abortion
Diocese of Rochester Prayer and Sharing Resources
- Scriptural Stations of the Cross (English / Spanish)
- Divine Mercy Parish Prayer Guide
- Project Rachel Ministry Tear-sheet flyer to share outreach information (Note: There is a new help phone number for calls and texting.)
- Project Rachel Ministry Bulletin Announcement blurbs (DOC / PDF)
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Resources
- Lenten Video message from the USCCB Pro-Life Committee Chairman, Bishop Daniel Thomas
- Press Release Statement of Lenten Message about hope and healing after abortion from Bishop Daniel Thomas, USCCB Pro-Life Committee Chairman
- Respect Life Store resources: Abortion and Abortion Healing (Most of these resources are available in both English and Spanish)
- Parish Action Guide for Sunday of Divine Mercy (*Includes sample announcements, homily helps and intercessory prayers)
- Homily Considerations for Healing After Abortion
- Parish Webinar for using resources for: Divine Mercy Sunday
