The following is an excerpt from a talk given by Lisa McNerney, the Respect Life Ministry head of St. John Neumann parish:
Today our nation recognizes "The Sancitity of Human Life Sunday" and for the remainder of the month we will honor life. The Magisterium of the Catholic Church, th USCCB and our Bishop have proclaimed that the fundamental pro-life issues: embryonic stem cell research and human cloning; euthanasia and abortion are pre-eminent and the foundation of all other rights.
Pope Benedict the XVI has said, "there may be a legitamate diversity of opinion even among Catholics about waging war and applying the death penalty, but not however....with regard to abortion and euthanasia."
Today we resolve to create a culture of life where the most vulnerable amonst us; our aged, our sick and dying, persons with disabilities and birth defects, and our unborn children are all granted the same rights that our country was founded upon, most criticaly, the fundamental and inaliable right to life.
This week marks the 36th anniversary of Roe vs. Wade where in conjunction with its twin case, Doe vs. Bolton, abortion became legal throughout all 9 months of pregnancy for virtually any reason. I repeat, in our country today...abortion is leagal up until birth. In essense, "abortion on demand", became the law of the land. On the tragic day of 9/11/2001 over 3,000 innocent lives were ended. This was an unspeakable evil that we will never forget and rightfully so. But did you also know that every single day in America over 4.000 innocent lives are ended by abortion? With nearly 50 million abortions haven taken place in our country alone, this is a human rights issue of astronomic proportions and it is being referred to as America's Genocide. Not only does abortion take a life, but thousands of women and men have been devasted by it and are now remaining "Silent No More". We must never underestimate the suffering that these mom's and dad's and extended relatives endure.
1/18/2009
1/13/2009
Quote of the Day
from the Purpose Driven life...
God designed each of us so there would be no duplication in the world. No one has the exact same mix of factors that make you unique. That means no one else on earth will ever be able to play the role God planned for you.
I have been real big on the "God's plan for you" wagon for awhile. I love the fact that before time even existed, God knew us, and had a plan for our lives. Some people do feel constricted by that idea, but for me it is freeing. I no longer have to worry about the details of my life, I know that God will get me where I need to be. I just need to be open to his plan and not fight against his guidance. I can concentrate on the people around me, the beauty of the day the little moments that make up my life.
God designed each of us so there would be no duplication in the world. No one has the exact same mix of factors that make you unique. That means no one else on earth will ever be able to play the role God planned for you.
I have been real big on the "God's plan for you" wagon for awhile. I love the fact that before time even existed, God knew us, and had a plan for our lives. Some people do feel constricted by that idea, but for me it is freeing. I no longer have to worry about the details of my life, I know that God will get me where I need to be. I just need to be open to his plan and not fight against his guidance. I can concentrate on the people around me, the beauty of the day the little moments that make up my life.
1/07/2009
Novena for the opposition of FOCA
Novena request start Jan.11th
If you are opposed to abortion, then there is bad news on the horizon. For those of you who do not know, the Freedom of Choice Act (FOCA) is set to be signed if congress passes it on January 21-22 of 2009.
The FOCA is the next sick chapter in the book of abortion. If made a law, then all limitations on abortion will be lifted which will result in the following:
1) All hospitals, including Catholic hospitals will be required to perform abortions upon request. If this happens Bishops vow to close down all Catholic hospitals, more then 30% of all hospitals in the United States .
2) Partial birth abortions would be legal and have no
limitations.
3) All U.S. tax payers would be funding abortions.
4) Parental notification will no longer be required.
5) The number of abortions will increase by a minimum of 100,000 annually.
Perhaps most importantly the government will now have control in the issue of abortion. This could result in a future amendment that would force women by law to have abortions in certain situations (rape, down syndrome babies, etc) and could even regulate how many children women areallowed to have.
Needless to say this information is disturbing, but sadly true. As Catholics, as Christians, as anyone who is against the needless killing of innocent children, we must stand as one. We must stop this horrific act before it becomes a law.
The Plan :
To say a novena ( 9 days of prayer ) along with fasting starting
on January 11th. For Catholics, the prayer of choice will be the rosary with intentions to stop the FOCA. For non Catholics, I encourage you to pray your strongest prayers with the same intentions, also for nine consecutive days.
The hope is that this will branch and blossom as to become a global effort with maximum impact. We have very little time so we all must act fast. Just do three things:
1) Pass this letter to 5 or more people
2) Do it in three days or less
3) Start the novena on January 11th and pray for nine consecutive days.
(please also fast for at least two days during the novena)
Remember that with God all things are possible and the power of
prayer is undeniable. If you are against the senseless killing of
defenseless children, then the time is now to do something about it!
May God bless you all!!
If you are opposed to abortion, then there is bad news on the horizon. For those of you who do not know, the Freedom of Choice Act (FOCA) is set to be signed if congress passes it on January 21-22 of 2009.
The FOCA is the next sick chapter in the book of abortion. If made a law, then all limitations on abortion will be lifted which will result in the following:
1) All hospitals, including Catholic hospitals will be required to perform abortions upon request. If this happens Bishops vow to close down all Catholic hospitals, more then 30% of all hospitals in the United States .
2) Partial birth abortions would be legal and have no
limitations.
3) All U.S. tax payers would be funding abortions.
4) Parental notification will no longer be required.
5) The number of abortions will increase by a minimum of 100,000 annually.
Perhaps most importantly the government will now have control in the issue of abortion. This could result in a future amendment that would force women by law to have abortions in certain situations (rape, down syndrome babies, etc) and could even regulate how many children women areallowed to have.
Needless to say this information is disturbing, but sadly true. As Catholics, as Christians, as anyone who is against the needless killing of innocent children, we must stand as one. We must stop this horrific act before it becomes a law.
The Plan :
To say a novena ( 9 days of prayer ) along with fasting starting
on January 11th. For Catholics, the prayer of choice will be the rosary with intentions to stop the FOCA. For non Catholics, I encourage you to pray your strongest prayers with the same intentions, also for nine consecutive days.
The hope is that this will branch and blossom as to become a global effort with maximum impact. We have very little time so we all must act fast. Just do three things:
1) Pass this letter to 5 or more people
2) Do it in three days or less
3) Start the novena on January 11th and pray for nine consecutive days.
(please also fast for at least two days during the novena)
Remember that with God all things are possible and the power of
prayer is undeniable. If you are against the senseless killing of
defenseless children, then the time is now to do something about it!
May God bless you all!!
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