Protecting the Dignity of Every Human Life
Every person is created in the image and likeness of God.
Dayton Council 500 is committed to promoting a culture of life by supporting mothers, families, children, the elderly, and all those who are vulnerable. Through prayer, service, education, and charitable works, we seek to witness to the dignity of every human person from conception to natural death.
Our Mission
The Life Program encourages members to live out the Gospel of Life by:
- Supporting expectant mothers and families
- Promoting respect for all human life
- Praying for an end to abortion
- Serving those who are sick, elderly, and disabled
- Supporting life-affirming ministries in our community
Life Activities
Council 500 participates in activities such as:
- 40 Days for Life
- Kumbo Kids Spaghetti Dinner
- Healing Mass
- Parish life initiatives
- Prayer for Life
- Support for pregnancy resource centers
- Assistance to families in need
As additional activities are developed throughout the year, they will be added here.
Walking with Families
Supporting life means more than defending life—it means accompanying families through every stage of life.
We encourage members to:
- Pray for families.
- Support parents.
- Care for the elderly.
- Visit the sick.
- Comfort those who grieve.
- Serve those most in need.
How You Can Help
There are many ways to become involved.
You can:
- Volunteer at Life events.
- Participate in prayer vigils.
- Donate needed items.
- Support charitable fundraising.
- Encourage others to become involved.
Even a few hours of service can make a lasting difference.
Life Director
The Life Director coordinates Council 500’s activities that promote and defend the dignity of human life.
If you would like to volunteer or learn more about our Life initiatives, please contact the Life Director.
“Whatever You Did…”
“Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.”
Matthew 25:40
Our work is not simply about programs. It is about recognizing Christ in every person and responding with love, compassion, and service.