Archbishop Hebda reflects on value of life in all circumstances

Archbishop Hebda shared reflections on the dignity of human life during a recent retreat for young men in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. The retreat, sponsored by the Vocations Office, helped participants discern religious vocations.

In his weekly message, Hebda noted that many participants expressed support for the Church's work to protect life through their involvement in the March for Life in Washington or St. Paul. He connected these experiences to Respect Life Month, a designation by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops that asks Catholics to pray for respect for human life from conception to natural death.

Hebda observed that the young men were often shaped by family sacrifice, parish service, youth ministry, or Catholic schooling. He stated that the faith calls people to be attentive to the dignity of every person at all stages of life.