Respect Life Denver

Respect Life Denver

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Respect Life Denver champions Church teachings regarding the sanctity of all human life, in close collaboration with the Archdiocese of Denver, Catholic parishes and community partners. Together, we strive to educate and inspire youth and adults throughout Northern Colorado on life issues—from conception to natural death. By living out the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy, we seek to transform Colorado into a sanctuary where every human being is deeply valued and protected at every stage of life.

Corporal Works of Mercy

FEED THE HUNGRY
  • Serving meals at Sam House (FoCo, Greeley, Denver)
  • Serving meals at WES (48th, Smith, Holy Rosary)
  • Volunteering at Little Flower Assistance Center
  • Volunteer at/donate to our Early Childhood Education Centers
SHELTER THE HOMELESS
  • Volunteering at Samaritan House
  • Volunteering Women’s Emergency Shelters
  • Volunteer with Catholic Charities Housing
  • Donate to/volunteer with our Immigration Services
  • Donate to our Emergency and Victim Assistance team
GIVE DRINK TO THE THIRSTY
  • Serving meals at Sam House (FoCo, Greeley, Denver)
  • Serving meals at WES (48th, Smith, Holy Rosary)
  • Volunteering at Little Flower Assistance Center
  • Volunteer at/donate to our Early Childhood Education Centers
VISIT THE IMPRISONED
  • Volunteering with Kinship Services/Senior Services – Mulroy Day center
  • Volunteer with Emmaus Hospice
  • Organize Weeks for Freedom – a month focused on educating and advocating for victims of sex trafficking
CLOTHE THE NAKED
  • Donate to the Samaritan House Warehouse
  • Donate to maternity or gently used children’s clothes to Marisol Family
  • Donate diapers to Marisol Family
CARE FOR THE SICK
  • Donate to St. Raphael’s who provide mental health services
  • Volunteer with Marisol Health
  • Volunteer to accompany moms in crisis pregnancies

Meet your respect life denver team

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Emma Ramirez, Director of Respect Life

Emma Ramirez joined Catholic Charities in Fall 2023, bringing extensive nonprofit experience, including roles as Operations Manager at Holy Rosary, Parish Engagement Director, and Program Director at Christ in the City in Philadelphia. She also worked with the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless. As Director of Respect Life, Emma leads outreach, education, and support efforts for mothers and families. You can contact her at eramirez@ccdenver.org.

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Jennifer Torres, Community Engagement Coordinator

Jennifer has served economically marginalized communities, sex-trafficking survivors, and migrant families through Catholic apostolates in Denver since 2019. Currently pursuing a graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling at Divine Mercy University, Jennifer is the Community Engagement Coordinator at Catholic Charities, working to integrate initiatives across ministries and connect community leaders, churches, and faith-based groups to promote pro-life values. You can contact her at jtorres@ccdenver.org.

RESPECT LIFE 

We are at an incredible time in our nation’s history, given the overturning of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court in June 2022. Such a historic moment calls for a historic response. And you should be a part of that. If you’ve spent years in the pro-life movement, thank you. If you’re new to it, welcome. And if you’re unsure about what role you can play, join us.

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Prayer in the square

Join Prayer in the Square the first Saturday of every month at locations to pray a Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet.

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40 days for life 365

Participate in 40 Days for Life 365, the year-round campaign in Denver to pray, fast and keep vigil to end abortion.

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Respect life radio

Hear a new Respect Life Radio interview every week on 1120 AM or on your favorite podcast platform.

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FATIMA STATUE

This is the place to request that the traveling statue of Our Lady of Fatima visit your parish or school.

Catholic Teachings on Life Issues

“…the very right to life is being denied or trampled upon, especially at the more significant moments of existence: the moment of birth and the moment of death.” — (Evangelium Vitae no. 18, John Paul II)

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

40 Days for Life is an internationally coordinated 40-day campaign that aims to end abortion locally through prayer and fasting, community outreach, and a peaceful all-day vigil in front of abortion businesses. You can learn more at 40daysforlife.com

SISTERS FOR LIFE
COLORADO CATHOLIC CONFERENCE
EMMAUS CATHOLIC HOSPICE
ARCHDIOCESE OF DENVER
CHRIST IN THE CITY
STUDENTS FOR LIFE
MARISOL HEALTH
PRO LIFE COLORADO
FIRE FOUNDATION
HOPE'S PROMISE

RESPECT LIFE NEWSLETTERS

To view our most current or past editions of the Respect Life Newsletter, click on the links below.

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