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Prince of Peace Pioneer Total Abstinence ministry
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About the ptaa
The Pioneer Total Abstinence Association (PTAA) is a Catholic organization founded in Ireland that encourages members to abstain from alcohol as a prayer for others struggling with addiction.
Members, known as Pioneers, offer up their abstinence as a sacrifice to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
There is no official chapter of the PTAA here in Maine yet. Until then, we can do our own version of it here at Prince of Peace Parish. We will do the short-term pledge as a parish twice a year, in November (Month of Holy Souls), and Lent.
For our challenge here at POP, you may want to abstain from other substances or habits that you think would be a sacrifice and offer that up for someone you know who has an issue with alcohol or drug addiction.3 Rules for the Challenge 1. Abstain from alcoholic drink and/or any addictive substance or habit.
2. Wear the Pioneer Emblem (Pin or Wristband).
3. Recite the Pioneer Prayer twice daily."For thy greater Glory and consolation, O Sacred Heart of Jesus, for thy sake to give good example, to practice self denial, to make reparation to thee for the sins of intemperance, and for the conversion of excessive drinkers and drug users, I will abstain from all intoxicating drink, substances and /or habits. Amen". -
3 Options for membership:1. Short Term Pledge (Lent or November, Month of Holy Souls)2. Temporary Pledge (1 Year)3. Lifetime Pledge (After 1 year of abstinence)If you wish to become a Lifetime Member of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association please email me, Ethna Wilson at [email protected] for more information.
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Pioneer Total abstinence association of the sacred heart
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POP Pioneer Total Abstinence Flocknote Signup
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