Pro Life Happenings Archives - Life, Love & Sexuality https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/category/happenings/ a collection of life-affirming resources Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:35:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/www.lifelovesexuality.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SPRL-Icon.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Pro Life Happenings Archives - Life, Love & Sexuality https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/category/happenings/ 32 32 201956367 Retreat: Wonderfully Made (February 13 – 15, 2026) https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/wonderfullymadefeb2026/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:51:28 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4755 Retreat Details Join us February 13 – 15, 2026 for Wonderfully Made: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls. We will talk about what it means to be a young, dynamic, Catholic woman in today’s world. We will introduce you to Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and what … Continue reading Retreat: Wonderfully Made (February 13 – 15, 2026)

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Retreat Details

Join us February 13 – 15, 2026 for Wonderfully Made: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls.

We will talk about what it means to be a young, dynamic, Catholic woman in today’s world. We will introduce you to Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and what it means for your life! The weekend will include talks, small groups, Mass, adoration and time for confession.

The retreat is led by Samantha Kelley, the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete (fierceathlete.org). Sam is a young Catholic woman, trained in teaching the Theology of the Body. She holds a Master’s degree in Catholic Psychology and is a former Division 1 soccer player.

Registration Form

2/1/2026

This retreat is at capacity. If you would like to be placed on the wait list,
please contact Eileen Christian at:

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Retreat Team

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SAMANTHA KELLEY

Sam is the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete (fierceathlete.org). She has spent the last 10 years working for Catholic nonprofits and outreaching to female athletes. She graduated with a Masters in Catholic Psychology, holds certification in Strength & Conditioning and has extensively studied the Theology of the Body.

It was actually through the teachings of Theology of the Body and the Catholic Church that she has discovered what it means to be both feminine and athletic.   

MARIE DiCECCO

 

After 35 years as a health teacher, Marie DiCecco decided to use her knowledge and talents to educate young women and married couples about the beauty of their bodies and fertility.  After completing an Allied Health program, she is now a trained Naprotechnology specialist and is passionate about educating young females on the beauty of their femininity and their natural ability to bring life into the world.

Marie believes that the foundation of the “feminine genius” – as defined and described so elegantly by Pope St. John Paul II – lies in her capacity to know that she is endowed with specific feminine gifts that encourage her to become the woman she is called by Him to be.

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]]> 4755 October 10, 2025: Imago Dei Intro to TOB for High Schoolers https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/october-10-2025-imago-dei-intro-to-tob-for-high-schoolers/ https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/october-10-2025-imago-dei-intro-to-tob-for-high-schoolers/#respond Sat, 20 Sep 2025 20:30:00 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4702 The post October 10, 2025: Imago Dei Intro to TOB for High Schoolers appeared first on Life, Love & Sexuality.

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]]> https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/october-10-2025-imago-dei-intro-to-tob-for-high-schoolers/feed/ 0 4702 November 7-9, 2025: Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/november-7-9-2025-rachels-vineyard-retreat/ https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/november-7-9-2025-rachels-vineyard-retreat/#respond Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:44:30 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4680 Rachel’s Vineyard retreats provide a place for healing and God’s forgiveness to those who feel burdened by the trauma and darkness of abortion. God’s mercy is infinite, greater than any sin, and is always ready to embrace you. Join us for a compassionate, confidential weekend to experience the healing power of God’s boundless mercy and … Continue reading November 7-9, 2025: Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat

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]]> Rachel’s Vineyard retreats provide a place for healing and God’s forgiveness to those who feel burdened by the trauma and darkness of abortion. God’s mercy is infinite, greater than any sin, and is always ready to embrace you. Join us for a compassionate, confidential weekend to experience the healing power of God’s boundless mercy and find peace for your soul.

Susan
610-716-4794 or susiemck@comcast.net
Georgeann
Phone: 484-955-4278 or geemcgarry@gmail.com

Friday, November 7 – Sunday, November 9
IHM Spirituality Center
210 IHM Drive
Malvern, PA 19355

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]]> https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/november-7-9-2025-rachels-vineyard-retreat/feed/ 0 4680 Retreat: Wonderfully Made 2 (June 2025) https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/wonderfullymade2june2025/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 13:42:10 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4461 REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED Retreat Details Join us June 27 – 29, 2025 for Wonderfully Made 2: The Story Continues. This retreat for young adult women over 18 years old will talk about life’s BIG questions: dating, vocation, marriage, and children. We will focus on tackling these big questions by growing an intimate relationship with … Continue reading Retreat: Wonderfully Made 2 (June 2025)

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REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

Retreat Details

Join us June 27 – 29, 2025 for Wonderfully Made 2: The Story Continues.

This retreat for young adult women over 18 years old will talk about life’s BIG questions: dating, vocation, marriage, and children. We will focus on tackling these big questions by growing an intimate relationship with Christ through the lens of St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body.

The weekend will include talks, small groups, Mass, Adoration and time for confession.

Registration Form

Retreat Team

Samantha Kelley's Picture

SAMANTHA KELLEY

Sam is the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete (fierceathlete.org). She has spent the last 10 years working for Catholic nonprofits and outreaching to female athletes. She graduated with a Masters in Catholic Psychology, holds certification in Strength & Conditioning and has extensively studied the Theology of the Body.

It was actually through the teachings of Theology of the Body and the Catholic Church that she has discovered what it means to be both feminine and athletic.   

MARIE DiCECCO

 

After 35 years as a health teacher, Marie DiCecco decided to use her knowledge and talents to educate young women and married couples about the beauty of their bodies and fertility.  After completing an Allied Health program, she is now a trained Naprotechnology specialist and is passionate about educating young females on the beauty of their femininity and their natural ability to bring life into the world.

Marie believes that the foundation of the “feminine genius” – as defined and described so elegantly by Pope St. John Paul II – lies in her capacity to know that she is endowed with specific feminine gifts that encourage her to become the woman she is called by Him to be.

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]]> 4461 Retreat: Imago Dei for HS Guys (May 9 – 11, 2025) https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/imago-dei-2025/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:34:25 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4408 Retreat Details Sorry…this retreat has been cancelled Join us May 9 – 11, 2025 for Imago Dei: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Guys. Get ready to: Be empowered to live the virtue of chastity Understand what it means to be a man Learn what the Theology of the Body is Gain … Continue reading Retreat: Imago Dei for HS Guys (May 9 – 11, 2025)

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Retreat Details

Sorry...
this retreat has been cancelled

Join us May 9 – 11, 2025 for Imago Dei: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Guys.

Get ready to:

  • Be empowered to live the virtue of chastity
  • Understand what it means to be a man
  • Learn what the Theology of the Body is
  • Gain clarity and hope in a world that is confused about the meaning of identity

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Who am I?  Why am I here?
Why are we male and female?
How can I be happy?

Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body sheds light on the greatest questions we have in life. On this retreat, Brendan will share with you how the Theology of the Body has radically changed the course of his life and how it can change yours.

By addressing issues that teens struggle with most, such as peer pressure, pornography, modesty, and dating, Brendan will offer encouragement for teens to maintain their purity or begin again if they’ve made mistakes in the past.

Drawing heavily upon Sacred Scripture, we will discover the truth of why God created us male and female so that we may come to see how glorious the sexual difference is and how it reveals the mystery of God.

This retreat will help men see women in a pure light empowering them to live out authentic masculinity. If you are confused by the culture’s message of how to live out your masculinity and how to be a witness in our wounded world, this retreat will equip and empower you to live fully alive and fearless.

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Dates:
7:00 pm Friday, May 9 – 12:00 Noon Sunday, May 11

Retreat Venue:
Saint Mary of Providence Retreat Center

227 Isabella Rd, Elverson, PA 19520

Cost:
$175 (Register before 4/19)
$200 (Registrations after 4/19)

Includes 3 Meals on Saturday and Breakfast on Sunday
Sunday Mass and the Sacrament of Reconciliation Will Be Offered!        

Retreat Team

BRENDAN McCAULEY
Retreat Host

PETE DeMAIO
Keynote Speaker

Pete and his wife Tricia are the founders of the Catholic, pro-life nonprofit organization Mission Love and Life. They met and began dating in high school and recently celebrated 20 years of marriage. God has blessed them with 7 children. Despite being a beautiful image of marriage, family and faith, it wasn’t always this way.

Pete and Tricia made mistakes in their early years of dating and looking back, they feel they both lacked an understanding of love, healthy relationships and the solid formation stemming from a deep relationship with God. This has become the driving force behind their vision for Mission Love and Life.

Pete and Tricia are thankful to have been able to speak at the January 2025 National Pro-Life Summit in Washington D.C., which included speakers such as Kristan Hawkins, Charlie Kirk and Matt Walsh.

FR. MICHAEL OLIVERE
Pastor, St. Peter Church

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]]> 4408 Rachel’s Vineyard (March 28-30, 2025) https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/rachels-vineyard-march-28-30-2025/ https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/rachels-vineyard-march-28-30-2025/#respond Fri, 07 Mar 2025 21:11:19 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4377 To register or for questions contact: Susan610-716-4795Susiemck@comcast.net Georgeann484-955-4278geemegarry@gmail.com

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To register or for questions contact:

Susan
610-716-4795
Susiemck@comcast.net

Georgeann
484-955-4278
geemegarry@gmail.com

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]]> https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/rachels-vineyard-march-28-30-2025/feed/ 0 4377 March 15, 2025 2nd Annual Respect Life Chester County Pro Life Coalition Workshop https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/pro-life-coalition-workshop-2025/ https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/pro-life-coalition-workshop-2025/#respond Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4391 The post March 15, 2025 2nd Annual Respect Life Chester County Pro Life Coalition Workshop appeared first on Life, Love & Sexuality.

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]]> https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/pro-life-coalition-workshop-2025/feed/ 0 4391 Retreat: Wonderfully Made (Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2025) https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/wonderfullymadefeb2025/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:18:30 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=4174 Retreat Details Join us January 31 – February 2, 2025 for Wonderfully Made: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls. We will talk about what it means to be a young, dynamic, Catholic woman in today’s world. We will introduce you to Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and … Continue reading Retreat: Wonderfully Made (Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2025)

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Retreat Details

Join us January 31 – February 2, 2025 for Wonderfully Made: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls.


We will talk about what it means to be a young, dynamic, Catholic woman in today’s world. We will introduce you to Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and what it means for your life! The weekend will include talks, small groups, Mass, adoration and time for confession.


The retreat is led by Samantha Kelley, the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete (fierceathlete.org). Sam is a young Catholic woman, trained in teaching the Theology of the Body. She holds a Master’s degree in Catholic Psychology and is a former Division 1 soccer player.

Registration Form

If form below does not appear or is not working, please register here:
REGISTRATION FORM: Wonderfully Made February 2025

Retreat Team

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SAMANTHA KELLEY

Sam is the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete (fierceathlete.org). She has spent the last 10 years working for Catholic nonprofits and outreaching to female athletes. She graduated with a Masters in Catholic Psychology, holds certification in Strength & Conditioning and has extensively studied the Theology of the Body.

It was actually through the teachings of Theology of the Body and the Catholic Church that she has discovered what it means to be both feminine and athletic.   

MARIE DiCECCO

 

After 35 years as a health teacher, Marie DiCecco decided to use her knowledge and talents to educate young women and married couples about the beauty of their bodies and fertility.  After completing an Allied Health program, she is now a trained Naprotechnology specialist and is passionate about educating young females on the beauty of their femininity and their natural ability to bring life into the world.

Marie believes that the foundation of the “feminine genius” – as defined and described so elegantly by Pope St. John Paul II – lies in her capacity to know that she is endowed with specific feminine gifts that encourage her to become the woman she is called by Him to be.

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]]> 4174 September 21, 2024: Be Persuasively Pro Life (Morning Conference ft. Trent Horn) https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/september-21-2024-be-persuasively-pro-life-morning-conference-ft-trent-horn/ https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/september-21-2024-be-persuasively-pro-life-morning-conference-ft-trent-horn/#respond Mon, 02 Sep 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/?p=3955 Be Persuasively Pro Life is the kickoff for the Chester County 40 Days for Life Fall campaign. Date: Saturday September 21, 2024Time: 9am – 12pmLocation: St. Peter Catholic Church, 2835 Manor Road, West Brandywine PA The morning begins with Trent Horn, author and Apologist at Catholic Answers, who will share the non-religious reasons to oppose … Continue reading September 21, 2024: Be Persuasively Pro Life (Morning Conference ft. Trent Horn)

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Date: Saturday September 21, 2024
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: St. Peter Catholic Church, 2835 Manor Road, West Brandywine PA

The morning begins with Trent Horn, author and Apologist at Catholic Answers, who will share the non-religious reasons to oppose abortion and then equips pro-life advocates to graciously make their case in the public square.

Following Trent, Dr. Monique Ruberu, a Napro Technology Trained Pro Life OB/GYN, will explain what actually happens during different abortion procedures and the details of abortion pill reversal.

Register for Free
Questions? Email us here

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]]> https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/september-21-2024-be-persuasively-pro-life-morning-conference-ft-trent-horn/feed/ 0 3955 Retreat: Wonderfully Made 2 (May 2024) https://www.lifelovesexuality.com/wonderfullymade2may2024/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:02:52 +0000 https://lifelovesexuality.com/?p=3857 Retreat Details Join us May 31 – June 2, 2024 for Wonderfully Made 2: The Story Continues. This retreat for young adult women over 18 years old will talk about life’s BIG questions: dating, vocation, marriage, and children. We will focus on tackling these big questions by growing an intimate relationship with Christ through the … Continue reading Retreat: Wonderfully Made 2 (May 2024)

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Retreat Details

Join us May 31 – June 2, 2024 for Wonderfully Made 2: The Story Continues.

This retreat for young adult women over 18 years old will talk about life’s BIG questions: dating, vocation, marriage, and children. We will focus on tackling these big questions by growing an intimate relationship with Christ through the lens of St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body.

The weekend will include talks, small groups, Mass, Adoration and time for confession.

Registration Form

Retreat Team

Samantha Kelley's Picture

SAMANTHA KELLEY

Sam is the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete (fierceathlete.org). She has spent the last 10 years working for Catholic nonprofits and outreaching to female athletes. She graduated with a Masters in Catholic Psychology, holds certification in Strength & Conditioning and has extensively studied the Theology of the Body.

It was actually through the teachings of Theology of the Body and the Catholic Church that she has discovered what it means to be both feminine and athletic.   

MARIE DiCECCO

 

After 35 years as a health teacher, Marie DiCecco decided to use her knowledge and talents to educate young women and married couples about the beauty of their bodies and fertility.  After completing an Allied Health program, she is now a trained Naprotechnology specialist and is passionate about educating young females on the beauty of their femininity and their natural ability to bring life into the world.

Marie believes that the foundation of the “feminine genius” – as defined and described so elegantly by Pope St. John Paul II – lies in her capacity to know that she is endowed with specific feminine gifts that encourage her to become the woman she is called by Him to be.

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