That Man is You

That Man is You (TMIY)* is a program at MQP that is open to any man who wants to arrive at 6:00 a.m. on Friday mornings.   I was asked to address the group this morning in regard to the Respect Life Apostolate.  There were about 70 men in the group this morning and I was awed by the group's response to the information and resources that are available through the ministry.  Our quiet little ministry is picking up steam and passion!  


The simple platform of the RLA is to make a difference in the lives of the born and the unborn.  


Father Bob expressed to me that many well-meaning pro life Catholics struggle when faced with unanticipated situations personally, in their family or with someone that is close to them.  Some turn a blind eye or go into 'hands off' mode and then find themselves alienated from their true convictions and the Church.  


His hope:  that through prayer God will turn the hearts of those who might otherwise choose something dreadful.  


This is where the TMIY tenets of Leadership and Integrity of Action meet the RLA.  


One of the men was emotional as he told me of his transformation from being life-long pro-choice to being completely pro-life.  God turned his heart.  


Many men said they wanted more information.  Several more expressed interest in getting involved.  


While I do not ask for a time commitment from anybody that is interested, I want them to have information and know what resources are available to those in need.  


From elementary programs that affirm the sanctity of life to post-abortion healing, there are a lot of programs available to help.  


Next Friday, October 21 will the the MQP focus day for 40 Days of Life.  Several have already indicated their interest in going to Planned Parenthood to peacefully pray, counsel and disseminate resources to those who may choose life for their child.


* That Man is You! is transforming men, families and society as it presents the vision of man fully alive! Combining the teachings of the Church and wisdom of the saints with the best research from modern science in an interactive, multimedia format, That Man is You! puts this vision within the grasp of every man.  http://www.paradisusdei.org/tmiy/