ARDEN — More than 30 faithful from across western North Carolina traveled to St. Barnabas Church March 1 to attend the annual WNC Respect Life Mass.
Father Adrian Porras, pastor, preached that all humanity is made in the image and likeness of God, and he encouraged attendees to promote the Gospel of life, pray outside abortion facilities and counsel mothers in need.
A reception was followed by peaceful prayer at the Planned Parenthood facility in Asheville. The event, held just before the start of the 40 Days for Life spring campaign, was organized by the Carolina Pro-Life Action Network of Western NC.
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— Mike FitzGerald
CHARLOTTE — Are you a college student or know of one who is enthusiastic about sharing their Catholic faith? Apply today to teach children as part of the Diocese of Charlotte’s summer mission program, Totus Tuus.
Totus Tuus (“Totally yours”) shares the Catholic faith with children and teens at various parishes across the diocese through evangelization, catechesis, witness and worship. It runs May 27th – Aug. 2nd. Separate programs are geared for children in grades K-8 and 9-12.
College students aged 18 to 28 are selected for their energy, enthusiasm, love for the faith, commitment to spiritual growth, ability to work with a team, and desire to work with youth.
They are grouped into teams, each consisting of at least two men and two women. After training, they are sent to a different parish every week for seven weeks, where they conduct a week-long “parish mission,” teaching and inspiring that parish’s youth.
Applicants must have an authentic, dynamic Catholic faith and be actively living the teachings of the Catholic Church. One year of college or work is preferred, and no major or area of study is required.
Get details and apply online at www.charlottediocese.org/faith-edu/children-and-teens/events/totus-tuus. For inquiries, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.