Office for Human Life - Diocese of Cleveland

Office for Human Life - Diocese of Cleveland Rooted in the truth that every person bears the image of God (cf. Gen 1:27).

The Office for Human Life exists to witness to the sacred gift of life and to form missionary disciples who live out a consistent ethic of life—from conception to natural death. Through prayer, education, and pastoral care, we uphold and promote the consistent ethic of life from conception until natural death. This ethic of life is the thread that unites all efforts to uphold the dignity of life a

t all stages of existence. Let us embrace this teaching as we continue our efforts in proclaiming the Culture of Life in our time and place.

A glimpse behind the scenes…Our office is hard at work preparing the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland's 2026 Respect Life M...
08/21/2026

A glimpse behind the scenes…

Our office is hard at work preparing the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland's 2026 Respect Life Month Toolkit for families, parishes, schools, and other communities!

This year, we will unite the USCCB Respect Life's national theme, “Mary, Mother of Life,” with the four dimensions of human dignity described in the Vatican's 2024 Declaration, Dignitas Infinita: ontological, moral, social, and existential dignity.

Each week will connect one dimension of dignity with an invocation from the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Life. Together, these themes will invite us to see the dignity of every person more clearly through the eyes of Mary—and to respond through prayer, learning, service, and advocacy.

The complete toolkit will offer prayer, formation, pastoral, service, and advocacy resources to help communities throughout our diocese observe a meaningful and prayerful Respect Life Month.

More details are coming soon! Until then, please pray for us as we put the finishing touches on these resources.

Mary, Mother of Life, pray for us!

Today marked the dedication and blessing of the newest Safe Haven Baby Box in Northeast Ohio at the Springfield Township...
08/10/2026

Today marked the dedication and blessing of the newest Safe Haven Baby Box in Northeast Ohio at the Springfield Township Fire Department in Akron.

With this new installation, there are now six Safe Haven Baby Boxes within the geographical boundaries of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland:

📍 Stow
📍 South Euclid
📍 Copley
📍 Chardon
📍 Seville
📍 Springfield Township

This life-saving resource became a reality thanks to the commitment and collaboration of the Springfield Township community, local first responders, and the Knights of Columbus, particularly the members of Fr. Maruskin Council #10936. After nearly two years of planning, fundraising, and persistence, the project reached an important milestone with today's dedication.

A special thank you to Fr. Mike, pastor of Holy Family Catholic Parish Stow Ohio, who offered the blessing as part of the ceremony.

Safe Haven Baby Boxes exist to provide a safe, legal, and anonymous option for parents facing an overwhelming crisis. While everyone hopes these boxes never need to be used, awareness of their existence can make the difference between despair and hope, and ultimately save lives.

Please consider sharing this post. You never know who may one day need this information or be in a position to help someone who does.

To learn more about Safe Haven Baby Boxes and how they work, visit: https://www.shbb.org/

Pray for a Culture of Life in Ohio Join the Catholic Conference of Ohio for a monthly Zoom event to pray the Divine Off...
08/03/2026

Pray for a Culture of Life in Ohio
Join the Catholic Conference of Ohio for a monthly Zoom event to pray the Divine Office, delve into Church teaching on important issues such as abortion, assisted su***de, and capital punishment, and learn how you can get involved to uphold the dignity of life in Ohio!

Every 1st Friday 11:00–11:45 am
Beginning August 7, 2026

Click Below to Sign Up and Receive the Link :
👉https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/uwTIVw9ICVMFAzM16U27qg

🏡 Refuge House Open House – Tomorrow!Tomorrow, June 18, Refuge Host Homes will open the doors of its new Refuge House in...
06/17/2026

🏡 Refuge House Open House – Tomorrow!

Tomorrow, June 18, Refuge Host Homes will open the doors of its new Refuge House in Cuyahoga Falls—a beautiful milestone for our region and a tangible sign of hope for pregnant and parenting mothers in need.

We give thanks that Summit County will now have a life-affirming residential space dedicated to accompanying women and their children with dignity, compassion, and practical support. Many of our WWMIN teams throughout Summit County have been helping support this effort, and it has been inspiring to witness the collaboration taking place across our local Church.

Tony has also had the privilege of meeting with Executive Director Emilie Oxley, whose dedication and leadership are a powerful witness to the Gospel of Life in action.

If your schedule allows, consider stopping by the Open House tomorrow between 2:00–8:00 PM to learn more about this important ministry, tour the home, and celebrate all those who helped make it possible.

May Refuge House be a place where mothers encounter not only shelter and support, but also the love of Christ through a community committed to accompanying them every step of the way.

Refuge House Open House
213 Falls Ave.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
🗓️ June 18 | ⏰ 2:00–8:00 PM

Learn more: https://www.refugehosthomes.org/

‼️ SPECIAL UPDATEToday, Governor Mike DeWine called for the abolition of Ohio's death penalty.We've added a special upda...
06/16/2026

‼️ SPECIAL UPDATE

Today, Governor Mike DeWine called for the abolition of Ohio's death penalty.

We've added a special update in our June Newsletter for readers that includes:

• A brief overview of Governor DeWine's announcement
• The Catholic Conference of Ohio response
• Links to read both statements in full

As Catholics, moments like these invite us to continue reflecting on human dignity, justice, mercy, and the Gospel of Life.

📖 Read the update and subscribe to stay informed on life and dignity issues affecting the Church, Northeast Ohio, the state, and our nation.

👉https://mailchi.mp/dioceseofcleveland/ohl-june-learnadvocate06162026-18257223?e=06e4437867

Day 9: "Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus"Let us go forth with this renewed sense of streng...
06/11/2026

Day 9: "Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus"

Let us go forth with this renewed sense of strength and peace, consoled by the great love that Jesus has for us and transformed by the missionary fire of his Sacred Heart.

Why Consecrate the United States? (USCCB video) 👉https://youtu.be/EIr884JEjx4?si=PMhoGSA7UnnLULJH

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