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Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Weekends in March

Posted on January 09, 2019 in: Bereavement Support, Events

If you are silently grieving or suffering from an abortion, experience the healing love of Jesus Christ on a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat. The weekend healing process includes discussions, Living Scripture with meditations, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, a Memorial Service and Mass of Entrustment. Participation is confidential and offers an opportunity to experience God’s love, forgiveness and compassion. Both women and men have participated in past retreats.

Upcoming weekends are: March 1-3 in Connecticut, call Marie at 203-631-9030 or e-mail her at mlaffin@prolifeministry.org; and March 15-17 in Stockbridge, MA, call 413-452-0661; or visit the national website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.

“PROJECT RACHEL” is our Diocesan ministry for anyone seeking healing and forgiveness from an abortion. Priests in the Project Rachel ministry are there for you with God’s Grace and Mercy. Call 860-861-4439. All inquiries are confidential.

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