The Culture of Life Studies Program provides Catholic and pro-life home and classroom materials, resources, and trainings to educators, schools, and dioceses, equipping them to help younger generations bring an end to abortion and other threats against human beings, preserve the sanctity of marriage, and foster a culture of life within our communitie.
Our vision is to create a world in which God’s word is resolutely proclaimed and willingly embraced; the institutions of sacramental marriage and family are protected and fostered; and all human beings are treated with respect, dignity, and love from the moment of creation until death.
The Culture of Life Studies Program’s annual pro-life essay contest is held annually during Respect Life Month in October. Since its inception, it has also been cosponsored by the Institute for Excellence in Writing.
This year’s prompts are:
- Middle School: Choose one stage of a preborn baby’s development (first trimester, second, or third). Explain the development in this stage (what the baby can do, what he looks like, etc.). Then address three concrete ways you can help others see the humanity of the baby in this stage.
- High School: Choose one pro-life topic (abortion, IVF, euthanasia, etc.) and explain what it is, why it is a threat to human beings, and how, in your school or community, you will speak out against this practice, defend the vulnerable, and teach the value of every person.
Prizes, further details, and deadline information can be found at prolifeessay.com.