Human Dignity Formation Day & "White Mass" for Health Care Professionals

Called to Care: Building a Culture of Life Through Accompaniment

Human Dignity Formation Day & "White Mass" for Health Care Professionals

Offered by the Archdiocesan Gospel of Life Ministry and co-sponsored by Blessed Solanus Casey Guild of the Catholic Medical Association and the Knights of Columbus.

Join Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron, Fr. Jason Brooks, LC, healthcare professionals, clergy, parish leaders, Knights of Columbus members, and ministry leaders for a day of prayer, formation, and fellowship centered on the dignity of every human person.

Grounded in the celebration of the “White Mass” for Health Care Professionals, this event will explore how the Church accompanies individuals and families through life's most vulnerable moments and how parish communities can respond with compassion, collaboration, and hope.

The Morning Reflection and Breakouts includes lunch and a special presentation after lunch by Fr. Edward Foley, OFM Cap., Vice-Postulator for the Cause for Canonization of Blessed Solanus Casey, titled: “Blessed Solanus Casey: His Life, the Cause and the Quest for the Next Miracle.”

Whether you serve in healthcare, ministry, parish leadership, or simply desire to deepen your understanding of the Gospel of Life, you will leave encouraged, inspired, and equipped to help build a culture of life in your community.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Health care professionals and students
• Knights of Columbus members
• Parish leaders and staff
• Clergy and religious
• Respect Life and Gospel of Life advocates
• Walking with Moms in Need leaders and volunteers
• Migrant and Refugee Ministry leaders and volunteers
• Catholic educators and ministry leaders
• Anyone interested in promoting human dignity and accompaniment

WHAT TO EXPECT

Human Dignity Formation

Explore practical ways to accompany individuals and families facing difficult life circumstances while promoting the dignity of every human person from conception to natural death.

Building a Culture of Human Dignity Through Collaboration

Representatives from Respect Life Ministry, Walking with Moms in Need, Migrant and Refugee Ministry, health care ministries, and other parish and community initiatives will gather to share ideas, resources, and practical approaches for promoting human dignity through a consistent ethic of life.

White Mass for Health Care Professionals 11:00 a.m.

The "White Mass" is a special opportunity for those working in medicine and health care to gather in prayer, renew their vocation of healing, and receive the support of the Church.

Featured Lunch Presentation

Learn about the Cause for Canonization of Blessed Solanus Casey, whose life of humble service, compassion, and accompaniment continues to inspire Catholics today.

Fellowship and Networking

Connect with parish leaders, health care professionals, and others committed to building a culture of life.

COST

$20 (includes light breakfast and lunch)

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

8:30 a.m. Registration & Hospitality

9:00-10:45 Morning Formation Sessions

11:00 a.m. "White Mass" for Health Care Professionals

12:00 p.m. Lunch

Presentation on the Cause for Canonization of Blessed Solanus Casey

1:30 p.m. Conclusion