ACTION: Prayer and Fasting

Prayer and Fasting: Jesus tells us in Matthew 17:21 that certain things can only be dispelled by prayer and fasting.  Several opportunities avail your participation.

On-Going Prayer and Fasting Opportunities

*Monthly Intercessory Prayer Hour Conference Call

A monthly prayer hour devoted to praying for life is a unique way to be part of preserving the sacredness of life.  The prayer hour begins with a centering prayer, followed by a daily meditation, petitions for life matters, a rosary, and participants’ prayers.

When: Second Wednesday of Every Month

Time:  9 AM

Simply call the dial-in number and follow the prompts.

Conference Call Dial-In Number: (515) 739-1515

Access Code: 908105#

Petition requests received the Monday before the 2nd Wednesday of     the month will be included during the prayer hour.

*Intercessory Fasting and Prayer Team

You are invited to join our Fasting and Prayer Team by taking one    day a week to pray and fast for all pro-life matters.  Each week on the selected day of the week, the Team Member will fast and spend time in prayer for matters pertaining to pro-life and for a world where abortion is unthinkable.

Fasting can be from traditional things like food or meals or it can be      non-traditional, like fasting from television, the internet/social media,  or any activity that can be replaced with prayer time.  Designate time    during this day praying for pro-life matters.  Some pray during Adoration and others say a rosary as part of their designated prayer time.

Sign up here to be added to the Intercessory Fasting and Prayer Team.

Other Prayer Opportunities

  • 24 Hour Adoration before each 40 Days for Life Campaign
  • 40 Days for Life Prayer Vigils during the spring and fall Campaigns
  • Sacred Heart Catholic Church-Saratoga has a Prayer Hour every Friday at 8 AM during 40 Days for Life campaigns

ACTION: Volunteer & Support

Volunteering and Supporting:  In Deuteronomy 15:7-11 we are instructed to give freely with a joyful heart and virtuous motivation. Volunteer and giving opportunities are available with several local organizations.

40 Days For Life

Gabriel Project

Layette Ministry

Local pregnancy medical and resource centers:

GHS Women’s Center:www.ghswomenscenter.com

Informed Choices:www.informed-choices.org

RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics: www.friendsofrealoptions.net

Birthright of San Jose: www.birthright.org/sanjose

St. Juan Diego Women’s Center:www.jdwcenter.org