Walking with Moms in Need - Mercer, PA

10/21/2026

How can we live 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 in a meaningful way?
Respect for life is not only something we say — it is something we are called to put into practice each day.
This month, we can live our pro-life faith by:
𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 for mothers, children, families, and all who are vulnerable. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 mothers and families in need, including through ministries like 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 and our 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘁. 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 those who are struggling with kindness, compassion, and practical help. 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 every person with dignity and love. 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 those in need in our parish and community.
May this month help us grow in love for every human person and in our commitment to building a true culture of life.
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆, 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲, 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻.

10/14/2026

Every human life is a gift from God and is worthy of our care, respect, and love.
During 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, we are reminded that the dignity of the human person does not depend on age, ability, health, circumstances, or stage of life. From the unborn child to the elderly, from the sick to the poor, from those who are welcomed and supported to those who feel forgotten or alone — every life has immeasurable value in the eyes of God.
As Catholics, we are called not only to believe this, but to live it: by defending life, caring for the vulnerable, supporting families, and recognizing Christ in every person.
May we continue to build a culture in which every human life is cherished and protected.
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆, 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲, 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝘀.

10/08/2026

During 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, we are reminded that building a culture of life means more than simply speaking about the dignity of human life — it also means offering real support to mothers and families who need it.
At Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, our 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 ministry seeks to accompany mothers with prayer, encouragement, and practical help, reminding every mother that she does not have to face difficult circumstances alone.
Our 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘁 is another important part of that mission, providing helpful items for mothers, babies, and families who are in need of a little extra support.
These ministries are one way our parish puts our pro-life faith into action: by welcoming, supporting, and caring for mothers and children in our own community.
𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲.
Please continue to pray for the mothers and families served through these ministries, and for all those who help make this work possible.

09/25/2026

⚠️ 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗧 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 ⚠️
Please note that the 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 while repairs are being made to the front steps.
Please use one of the 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 when arriving for Mass.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we complete this necessary work and help keep our church safe and welcoming for everyone!

07/04/2026

As our nation marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, we give thanks to God for the blessings of liberty, faith, family, and community.

On this Independence Day, we pray for our country, our leaders, our service members, our first responders, and all who call this land home. May we use our freedom well: to serve others, protect life, seek peace, and love our neighbor.

God bless America.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for our nation.

06/28/2026

We are excited to share that our Walking with Moms in Need ministry has been featured by 21 WFMJ News! Thank you to everyone who has supported this ministry and the families we serve. Take a look at the story below!

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Mercer has been making a meaningful difference for mothers and families in need.

05/27/2026

Congratulations Prince of Peace Center on your new Walk with Mom's in Need program! We look forward to working with you!!!

You’re invited to the launch of a new Prince of Peace Center program – Walking with Moms in Need.
The program ‘reveal’ will be held at 1 PM Thursday, May 28 here at Prince of Peace Center at 502 Darr Ave., in Farrell.
There will be light refreshments and the opportunity to tour the new space – created to help pregnant women and new moms through the baby’s first year.
See a recent news story below and the press release we sent out to the media attached with additional details!
https://www.wfmj.com/news/local-news/mercer-county-center-launches-program-for-new-mothers/article_ec3982cf-b90a-43d4-a6d1-bd8703446c7b.html

If you plan to attend, we invite you to register (for free) online just to help us with a head count 😊
https://princeofpeacecenter.networkforgood.com/events/101666-walking-with-moms-in-need-baby-reveal

05/27/2026

Today we give thanks as Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish celebrates TWO YEARS of our Walking With Moms in Need ministry serving mothers and families throughout Mercer County.
Since May 25, 2024, our ministry has provided assistance to families more than 187 times through our Caring Closet outreach, offering diapers, wipes, clothing, toys, baby equipment, emotional support, referrals, and other essential resources to those in need.
This ministry would not be possible without the incredible generosity of our parishioners, volunteers, donors, and community supporters. Your kindness and compassion continue to make a real difference in the lives of local families.
We are also grateful for the growing number of organizations throughout Mercer County working to support mothers and families, including Prince of Peace Center and their newly launched Walking With Moms in Need ministry. Together, we continue striving to ensure that no mother walks alone.
Thank you for helping us live out the Gospel by supporting mothers, children, and families with dignity, compassion, and love.
To learn more, donate, or volunteer: 📞 724-907-7790 📧 [email protected] 🌐 ihmercer.org/outreach

05/10/2026

04/17/2026

Let us always remember to pray for our mom’s and families in need. 🙏🩵💕

The St. Gianna Novena starts Sunday! Join thousands of Catholics in prayer for moms in need from April 19-27. Sign up here: https://www.walkingwithmoms.com/saint-gianna-novena