SJE Catholic Family Institute
 

Following the example of Mary & Elizabeth,
we visit and share the sacredness of life!


Treasures the gift of fertility!
Celebrates each child conceived and born!
Mourns each miscariage and infant death or child death.
Supports those suffering infertility.
Encourages those in the adoptive process.
Assists families experiencing an infant or child crisis.
Responds to the needs of grandparents.

Elizabeth Ministry is an international movement designed to support women and their families during the joys, trials and sorrows of the childbearing years. Elizabeth Ministry’s mission is to cherish children, encourage families and build community. We offer peer support, mentoring, spiritual nourishment, educational and inspirational resources. Visit the Elizabeth Ministry International website for more information.

Events

Prayer & Support Meetings

Approx. 4th Monday every other Month: We have a new meeting time. We gather at 6:15 PM at St. John the Evangelist Parish in the Emmaus House. Please call Lisa Anderson with questions at 219-558-2187.

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Service of Light Mass

Sunday, February 26, 2012: Join us at 1:30 PM at St. Maria Goretti, 500 Northgate Drive, Dyer, IN. The Service of Light Mass is a memorial Mass for families whose lives have been touched by the loss of a child in miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, or any other cause of childhood death. During the Mass, we will recognize by name the children who have passed away. You may also bring a photo or an item to be displayed near the altar during the Mass in remembrance of your loved one. Please join the parents in support and recognition of the sanctity of their children’s lives. For more information or to have a child added to the list of those being remembered, please call Lisa Anderson at 219-558-2187.

Recommended Links

Prenatal Partners for Life - for women who have been given an adverse prenatal diagnosis

How to Get Involved

Whether young or old, sharing the joys increases the pleasure. Plus, it's easier to deal with life's hard times when we don't go it alone. That is all part of God's master plan for humanity. It is our prayer that you will consider reaching out to women and their families by joining the Elizabeth Ministry...

  • Crochet or knit receiving blankets.
  • Become a prayer partner.
  • Visit women and families in need.
  • Deliver care packages.

If you are interested in these outreach programs or for futher information, please contact the Ministry Coordinator.

Ministry Coordinator: Lisa Anderson
Contact Ministry Coordinator: (219) 558-2187
Email: lmand5@hotmail.com