"Gabino Olvera, 42, sued the Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center for negligence after it discharged him in February 2007, took him across town in a van and left him in a soiled hospital gown without a wheelchair in the heart of the city's homeless area. Witnesses who came to Olvera's aid said they saw him dragging himself on the ground with hospital papers and documents clenched in his teeth while the driver sat in her van and applied makeup before driving off." To read more visit:
Secondhand Smoke:
Monday, January 21, 2008
The Loft » Blog Archive » It’s Time to Change the Presidential Nomination Process
I found this interesting article on Changing the Presidential Nomination Process which, of course, would impact any group interested in the election process.
"The change from 'smoke filled rooms' to putting the power in the hands of the voters was a good thing. However, a new set of dynamics has been created which hurts the process and again requires changes. States at the end of the primary schedule were becoming irrelevant. So, more and more states began 'front loading' the primaries -- moving them up in the schedule. As more and more states have their primaries earlier and earlier, the race for the nomination becomes a defacto national election instead of a state by state contest as it should be." Visit:
The Loft » Blog Archive » It’s Time to Change the Presidential Nomination Process:
"The change from 'smoke filled rooms' to putting the power in the hands of the voters was a good thing. However, a new set of dynamics has been created which hurts the process and again requires changes. States at the end of the primary schedule were becoming irrelevant. So, more and more states began 'front loading' the primaries -- moving them up in the schedule. As more and more states have their primaries earlier and earlier, the race for the nomination becomes a defacto national election instead of a state by state contest as it should be." Visit:
The Loft » Blog Archive » It’s Time to Change the Presidential Nomination Process:
Friday, January 18, 2008
Wesley J. Smith to Address Jan.26th Respect Life Prayer Breakfast in Scranton
Wesley J. Smith to Address Jan.26th Respect Life Prayer Breakfast on Euthanasia and End of Life Issues
Award winning author and lawyer Wesley J. Smith will be the principal speaker at the Respect Life Prayer Breakfast, Saturday, January 26, 2008. A senior fellow at the Discovery Institute, an attorney for the International Task Force on Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide, and a special consultant for the Center for Bioethics and Culture, Wesley Smith will address Euthanasia and End of Life Issues.
Smith left the full time practice of law in 1985 to pursue a career in writing and public advocacy. He has authored or co-authored eleven books including: Power Over Pain, a consumer’s guide to obtaining good pain control with Eric M. Chevlen, M.D.
His book Forced Exit: The Slippery Slope from Assisted Suicide to Legalized Murder (1997), is a criticism of the assisted suicide/euthanasia movement. The revised version is Forced Exit: Euthanasia, Assisted Suicide, and the New Duty to Die.
Smith’s columns on assisted suicide, bioethics, and other topics have appeared in Newsweek, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, The Weekly Standard, National Review, First Things, Western Journal of Medicine and the American Journal of Bioethics.
"Secondhand Smoke," Smith's Web Log, defends the unique moral value and importance of human life and is read by thousands of readers each week.
Legislatures have called upon Wesley Smith as an expert witness. He appeared on thousands of television and radio talk/shows including ABC Nightline, Good Morning America, Larry King Live, CNN Crossfire, CNN World Report, the CBS Evening News, Coast to Coast and syndicated radio talk shows of Dennis Prager, Mike Gallagher and Tony Snow.
Married to the syndicated political columnist, Debra J. Saunders, he lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
There is still time to make a reservation for the Prayer Breakfast, call the Pro-Life Information Center at 570-343-5099.
Award winning author and lawyer Wesley J. Smith will be the principal speaker at the Respect Life Prayer Breakfast, Saturday, January 26, 2008. A senior fellow at the Discovery Institute, an attorney for the International Task Force on Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide, and a special consultant for the Center for Bioethics and Culture, Wesley Smith will address Euthanasia and End of Life Issues.
Smith left the full time practice of law in 1985 to pursue a career in writing and public advocacy. He has authored or co-authored eleven books including: Power Over Pain, a consumer’s guide to obtaining good pain control with Eric M. Chevlen, M.D.
His book Forced Exit: The Slippery Slope from Assisted Suicide to Legalized Murder (1997), is a criticism of the assisted suicide/euthanasia movement. The revised version is Forced Exit: Euthanasia, Assisted Suicide, and the New Duty to Die.
Smith’s columns on assisted suicide, bioethics, and other topics have appeared in Newsweek, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, The Weekly Standard, National Review, First Things, Western Journal of Medicine and the American Journal of Bioethics.
"Secondhand Smoke," Smith's Web Log, defends the unique moral value and importance of human life and is read by thousands of readers each week.
Legislatures have called upon Wesley Smith as an expert witness. He appeared on thousands of television and radio talk/shows including ABC Nightline, Good Morning America, Larry King Live, CNN Crossfire, CNN World Report, the CBS Evening News, Coast to Coast and syndicated radio talk shows of Dennis Prager, Mike Gallagher and Tony Snow.
Married to the syndicated political columnist, Debra J. Saunders, he lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
There is still time to make a reservation for the Prayer Breakfast, call the Pro-Life Information Center at 570-343-5099.
Sunday, January 06, 2008
Reflections on Elizabeth Ann Seton's Memorial
Dear Readers,
I wanted to share with you the reflections of a friend concerning faith. Thanks for sharing John! Sue Cirba
Reflections on Elizabeth Ann Seton's Memorial
by John Francis Borra, SFO
Friday night, during a particularly beautiful liturgy, Fr. Gilmary, one of my Capuchin pastors, reflected on Elizabeth Ann Seton and her conversion to the universal Faith. Three things in particular drew Elizabeth into the Church: the Real Presence, reverence for Mary and the Church's foundation by Christ. The Real Presence was of such overriding importance that she felt any religion denying it could hardly be called Christian. Indeed, when the very "source and summit" of Christianity is cut out, what is left? As Elizabeth herself might have wondered, can the hole that remains be Christian?
Elizabeth was especially impressed by Catholics she met while nursing her ailing husband in Italy; it was their example, their silent witness that attracted her. How different things are today, approaching the 35th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. If only all Catholics of our age lived the Faith as humbly, as devoutly as the Italian friends of Elizabeth, how different our world would be. At roughly a quarter of today's US population, much more than political influence would be felt: our morality and spirituality would have led many more from the pother of revisionism and relativism and into the fullness of the Truth. Alas, the Catholics most prominent in American society are among the worst examples imaginable: the Bidens, Kennedys, Kerrys and Pelosis of our political establishment. They outdo the most notorious atheists in sheer effrontery. An atheist simply denies God's existence; these self-styled Catholics grab hold of Him, trotting Him out as needed while campaigning, then kicking Him in the teeth during legislative sessions. Of course, few, if any, of these politicians would be in office if not for Catholic voters who've fallen away themselves.
While America's legacy of contraception, abortion and euthanasia testifies to the ripple effect of sin, another legacy testifies to the ripple effect of grace. Because a handful of Italians selflessly lived the Faith handed down to them over the centuries from the Apostles, an American who'd been denied that Faith embraced it. And so it was that Mother Elizabeth Ann Seton, humbly enduring the hostility and ostracism of a thoroughly anti-Catholic society, spurred the catechesis of a young and needful nation. That Faith demands we continue her work.
I wanted to share with you the reflections of a friend concerning faith. Thanks for sharing John! Sue Cirba
Reflections on Elizabeth Ann Seton's Memorial
by John Francis Borra, SFO
Friday night, during a particularly beautiful liturgy, Fr. Gilmary, one of my Capuchin pastors, reflected on Elizabeth Ann Seton and her conversion to the universal Faith. Three things in particular drew Elizabeth into the Church: the Real Presence, reverence for Mary and the Church's foundation by Christ. The Real Presence was of such overriding importance that she felt any religion denying it could hardly be called Christian. Indeed, when the very "source and summit" of Christianity is cut out, what is left? As Elizabeth herself might have wondered, can the hole that remains be Christian?
Elizabeth was especially impressed by Catholics she met while nursing her ailing husband in Italy; it was their example, their silent witness that attracted her. How different things are today, approaching the 35th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. If only all Catholics of our age lived the Faith as humbly, as devoutly as the Italian friends of Elizabeth, how different our world would be. At roughly a quarter of today's US population, much more than political influence would be felt: our morality and spirituality would have led many more from the pother of revisionism and relativism and into the fullness of the Truth. Alas, the Catholics most prominent in American society are among the worst examples imaginable: the Bidens, Kennedys, Kerrys and Pelosis of our political establishment. They outdo the most notorious atheists in sheer effrontery. An atheist simply denies God's existence; these self-styled Catholics grab hold of Him, trotting Him out as needed while campaigning, then kicking Him in the teeth during legislative sessions. Of course, few, if any, of these politicians would be in office if not for Catholic voters who've fallen away themselves.
While America's legacy of contraception, abortion and euthanasia testifies to the ripple effect of sin, another legacy testifies to the ripple effect of grace. Because a handful of Italians selflessly lived the Faith handed down to them over the centuries from the Apostles, an American who'd been denied that Faith embraced it. And so it was that Mother Elizabeth Ann Seton, humbly enduring the hostility and ostracism of a thoroughly anti-Catholic society, spurred the catechesis of a young and needful nation. That Faith demands we continue her work.
Friday, January 04, 2008
Pro-Lifers Jailed for talking to Abortionist
Lincoln, NE - Pro-life activists Shari McKee and Melissa Abbink were jailed on December 28th, 2007, (Feast of the Holy Innocents), for speaking to Lincoln abortionist Winston Crabb on two occasions in front of his home 10 years ago. Abbink faces five months in jail while McKee has been sentenced to serve eight months behind bars.
In February, 1998, both were charged with violating the “focused picketing” ordinance even though neither had signs and both incidents lasted only a minute each, just long enough to plead for the lives of pre-born children as he walked from his car to his house.
After exhausting the appeals of the criminal cases, the convictions were upheld by the Nebraska Supreme Court on September 10, 1999. However, for reasons unknown, the mandate did not come down until September 28, 2005, over 6 years later!
The last two years have been spent seeking a commutation. The women’s cases were brought before the Board of Pardons, which was very sympathetic, but refused to act because the Board does not review misdemeanor cases. The Board referred the cases to the Mayor of Lincoln, who has refused to act claiming he does not have the authority to grant commutations.
According to the women’s attorneys, the Mayor clearly does have the authority to commute misdemeanor sentences.
“We are asking pro-lifers to write to Mayor Beutler and ask him to commute the sentences of these two women,” said Larry Donlan, Director of Rescue the Heartland. “Be sure to point out that the Pardon Board says he has the authority to do so. Be polite and remember, it is a commutation that we are after, not a pardon. Like the parable of the widow, we are seeking justice for these two brave, God-fearing women. Only Mayor Beutler has that ability to grant that justice. He can do so by merely picking up the phone.”
Mayor Chris Beutler
555 South 10th, 2nd Floor Rm 208,
Lincoln, NE 68508
Fax: 402-441-7120
E-mail: mayor@lincoln.ne.gov
Also, keep both Shari and Melissa in your prayers. Shari has been moved to a separate facility. You may send encouraging mail to them at the addresses below.
Melissa Abbink
4420 NW 41st
Lincoln, NE 68524
Sharon McKee
1125 E. 17th St.
Columbus, NE 68601
Reprinted with permission. Visit Operation Rescue atOperation Rescue
In February, 1998, both were charged with violating the “focused picketing” ordinance even though neither had signs and both incidents lasted only a minute each, just long enough to plead for the lives of pre-born children as he walked from his car to his house.
After exhausting the appeals of the criminal cases, the convictions were upheld by the Nebraska Supreme Court on September 10, 1999. However, for reasons unknown, the mandate did not come down until September 28, 2005, over 6 years later!
The last two years have been spent seeking a commutation. The women’s cases were brought before the Board of Pardons, which was very sympathetic, but refused to act because the Board does not review misdemeanor cases. The Board referred the cases to the Mayor of Lincoln, who has refused to act claiming he does not have the authority to grant commutations.
According to the women’s attorneys, the Mayor clearly does have the authority to commute misdemeanor sentences.
“We are asking pro-lifers to write to Mayor Beutler and ask him to commute the sentences of these two women,” said Larry Donlan, Director of Rescue the Heartland. “Be sure to point out that the Pardon Board says he has the authority to do so. Be polite and remember, it is a commutation that we are after, not a pardon. Like the parable of the widow, we are seeking justice for these two brave, God-fearing women. Only Mayor Beutler has that ability to grant that justice. He can do so by merely picking up the phone.”
Mayor Chris Beutler
555 South 10th, 2nd Floor Rm 208,
Lincoln, NE 68508
Fax: 402-441-7120
E-mail: mayor@lincoln.ne.gov
Also, keep both Shari and Melissa in your prayers. Shari has been moved to a separate facility. You may send encouraging mail to them at the addresses below.
Melissa Abbink
4420 NW 41st
Lincoln, NE 68524
Sharon McKee
1125 E. 17th St.
Columbus, NE 68601
Reprinted with permission. Visit Operation Rescue atOperation Rescue
Assassinated Pakistan Leader Benazir Bhutto Was Strong Abortion Opponent
Assassinated Pakistan Leader Benazir Bhutto Was Strong Abortion Opponent: "Islamabad, Pakistan (LifeNews.com) -- The world mourned the loss of assassinated Pakistani leader Benazir Bhutto on Thursday, but her death was more than a setback for those hoping for democracy in this war-torn nation. Bhutto was a member of an international pro-life women's movement that understood abortion causes medical, mental health and other problems for women."
Feminists For Life of America RE: Bhutto quotes from 1994 Cairo Population Conference
An Article from the 1994 Cairo Ppopulation Conference
Feminists For Life of America: "She(Bhutto) warned conference participants that 'this conference must not be viewed by the teeming masses of the world as a universal social charter seeking to impose adultery, abortion...and other such matters on individuals, societies and religions which have their own social ethos.'"
Feminists For Life of America: "She(Bhutto) warned conference participants that 'this conference must not be viewed by the teeming masses of the world as a universal social charter seeking to impose adultery, abortion...and other such matters on individuals, societies and religions which have their own social ethos.'"
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Breast Cancer Prevention Institute Releases Fourth Edition of Booklet
The December 2007 issue of the Breast Cancer Prevention Institute's Report announced that it has recently released a fourth edition of its booklet "Breast Cancer Risks and Prevention". This booklet explains the connection between abortion and breast cancer and also gives information on other risk factors. It is easy to read and should be read by every woman - even distributed in schools. To read the booklet online visit: Breast Cancer Prevention Institute Home Page
Monday, December 03, 2007
Bella The Movie in the Top 20
"The audience for the movie Bella, which contains a life-affirming theme on abortion that has touched the hearts of millions, has kept the film in the top twenty at the box office. With the addition of 77 new theaters last weekend, Bella was able to bring in enough in box office sales to remain in 16th place nationwide"
Visit: Bella Movie Audience Keeps Abortion-Themed Movie in the Top 20: Bella is now showing at the Endless Mountain Theater on Route 6 in Dickson City from now until Dec. 6. Show times are 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, and 7:15 for more information call 343-4953
Visit: Bella Movie Audience Keeps Abortion-Themed Movie in the Top 20: Bella is now showing at the Endless Mountain Theater on Route 6 in Dickson City from now until Dec. 6. Show times are 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, and 7:15 for more information call 343-4953
Thursday, November 29, 2007
November 27 - What Women Want; Hint: Not reproductive Health Care by Steven Mosher and Colin Mason
The U.S. House and Senate recently voted to reject Ronald Reagan's Mexico City Policy which prohibited the funding or organizations which promote abortion in the Third World. I wonder, would it ever occur to our elected representatives to ask women in the Third World what kind of help they actually need?
Steven Mosher and Colin Mason of the Population research Institute wrote such an article. It begins here and continues on their web site. My recommmendation? Read it, print it and send it to your U.S. Senators and Representatives who voted for the Mexico City Policy.
"What Women Want (Hint: Not Reproductive Health Care)
"Pat McEwen was visiting the small village of Huaca, high in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. The village, not far from the Colombian border, was teeming with refugees fleeing from the ongoing battles between government forces and the drug lords. Mostly women and children, the refugees had arrived with only the possessions that they could carry. Many had lost husbands, sons and daughters to the conflict. 'They had been poor even before the violence destroyed their villages,' Pat recalled. 'Now they had lost everything and [were] the 'poorest of the poor.'' These refugee women, in short, were perfect examples of the kind of 'client' that the family planners would say needed 'reproductive health services.'"
To continue visit: November 27 - What Women Want:
Steven Mosher and Colin Mason of the Population research Institute wrote such an article. It begins here and continues on their web site. My recommmendation? Read it, print it and send it to your U.S. Senators and Representatives who voted for the Mexico City Policy.
"What Women Want (Hint: Not Reproductive Health Care)
"Pat McEwen was visiting the small village of Huaca, high in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. The village, not far from the Colombian border, was teeming with refugees fleeing from the ongoing battles between government forces and the drug lords. Mostly women and children, the refugees had arrived with only the possessions that they could carry. Many had lost husbands, sons and daughters to the conflict. 'They had been poor even before the violence destroyed their villages,' Pat recalled. 'Now they had lost everything and [were] the 'poorest of the poor.'' These refugee women, in short, were perfect examples of the kind of 'client' that the family planners would say needed 'reproductive health services.'"
To continue visit: November 27 - What Women Want:
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Funding Woes Force Planned Parenthood to Close Five Michigan Clinics -- 11/21/2007
"A change in the Michigan's formula for distributing family planning funds is forcing the nation's biggest abortion provider to close down five of its clinics in that state. One state affiliate called the move 'deep and painful,' but pro-life leaders hailed it, saying, 'women deserve better than Planned Parenthood.' For the fiscal year that began Oct. 1, Planned Parenthood of West and Northern Michigan (PPWNM) lost more than $700,000, or a fifth of its $4.2-million budget. " Thanks be to God! To read more visit:
Funding Woes Force Planned Parenthood to Close Five Michigan Clinics -- 11/21/2007:
Funding Woes Force Planned Parenthood to Close Five Michigan Clinics -- 11/21/2007:
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
FOXNews.com - National Right to Life Committee Endorses Thompson - Politics | Republican Party | Democratic Party | Political Spectrum
National Right to Life Committee Endorses Thompson - Politics | Republican Party | Democratic Party | Political Spectrum: The National Right to Life Committee recently announced its backing for Senator Fred Thompson in Washington, D.C.. “Our endorsement is a testament to Sen. Thompson's longstanding pro-life record, his commitment to protecting unborn children and our belief in his ability to win,” said Wanda Franz, president of the committee. The group also cast him as the candidate most likely to beat abortion-rights supporter and frontrunner Rudy Giuliani in the primary race for the GOP nomination." For more visit:
FOXNews.com - National Right to Life Committee Endorses Thompson - Politics | Republican Party | Democratic Party | Political Spectrum:
FOXNews.com - National Right to Life Committee Endorses Thompson - Politics | Republican Party | Democratic Party | Political Spectrum:
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Father Frank Pavone to Visit the Lehigh Valley Nov. 9-11
Father Pavone’s Visit to the Lehigh Valley
Friday November 9
7:00-9:00 PM Presentation about the scope of Priests for Life’s ministries.
St. Ursula Parish Hall Basement (behind the church)
1300 Broadway Fountain Hill, PA 18015
Saturday November 10
8:00 AM Helpers of God’s Precious Infants Mass at Notre Dame Church on 1861 Catasauqua Road, Bethlehem, PA 18018
8:45-10:15 AM Rosary for Life at Allentown Women’s Center 1409 Union Boulevard, Allentown 18109 (in the rear)
1:00-2:00 PM Prayer Chain at Planned Parenthood N 9TH St and Hamilton Allentown, PA 18101
2:30-3:15 PM Ecumenical Prayer Rally at the Federal Courthouse at 5th Street and Hamilton 18101
4:30 PM Concelebrate Mass at Notre Dame Church and preach the homily
7:30-9:00 PM Holy Hour for Life at the Franciscan Friary followed by Priests for Life update 3918 Chipman Rd Easton, PA 18045 followed by reception
Sunday November 11
7:30, 9:00 (celebrant), 10:30 and 12:00 Masses at Notre Dame preaching the homilies
Friday November 9
7:00-9:00 PM Presentation about the scope of Priests for Life’s ministries.
St. Ursula Parish Hall Basement (behind the church)
1300 Broadway Fountain Hill, PA 18015
Saturday November 10
8:00 AM Helpers of God’s Precious Infants Mass at Notre Dame Church on 1861 Catasauqua Road, Bethlehem, PA 18018
8:45-10:15 AM Rosary for Life at Allentown Women’s Center 1409 Union Boulevard, Allentown 18109 (in the rear)
1:00-2:00 PM Prayer Chain at Planned Parenthood N 9TH St and Hamilton Allentown, PA 18101
2:30-3:15 PM Ecumenical Prayer Rally at the Federal Courthouse at 5th Street and Hamilton 18101
4:30 PM Concelebrate Mass at Notre Dame Church and preach the homily
7:30-9:00 PM Holy Hour for Life at the Franciscan Friary followed by Priests for Life update 3918 Chipman Rd Easton, PA 18045 followed by reception
Sunday November 11
7:30, 9:00 (celebrant), 10:30 and 12:00 Masses at Notre Dame preaching the homilies
Monday, October 29, 2007
Abortion Business Death Raises Questions
National Catholic Register recently reported on the abortion death of a Massachusetts woman Laura Hope Smith, who was 13 weeks pregnant. According to her mother, “My daughter walked into that office healthy and she left dead. I don’t want her death to be in vain.”
NCR reports: "Pro-life activists and relatives of a woman who died as the result of an abortion here want the state to pursue a criminal investigation into the tragedy. The reason for the death of Laura Hope Smith, 22, of Sandwich, went unreported in the local media, although 600 people attended her funeral. At least one girl decided against a scheduled abortion after hearing Smith’s story". The story continues at:
Abortion Business Death Raises Questions:
NCR reports: "Pro-life activists and relatives of a woman who died as the result of an abortion here want the state to pursue a criminal investigation into the tragedy. The reason for the death of Laura Hope Smith, 22, of Sandwich, went unreported in the local media, although 600 people attended her funeral. At least one girl decided against a scheduled abortion after hearing Smith’s story". The story continues at:
Abortion Business Death Raises Questions:
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Kansans Circulate Petition to Investigate Planned Parenthood Clinic www.kansascity.com
A coalition of pro-life groups in Kansas circulated a petition earlier this month to petition for a grand jury to investigate whether Planned Parenthood of Overland Park is complying with state abortion laws.
"It also wants a grand jury to determine whether Planned Parenthood provides “false information in order to induce government action or inaction,” whether it fails to comply with parental consent requirements, whether it fails to enforce the required 24-hour waiting period and whether it fails to follow the required standard of care in providing medical advice." Visit:
www.kansascity.com | 10/02/2007 | Anti-abortion coalition wants grand jury to investigate Planned Parenthood clinic:
"It also wants a grand jury to determine whether Planned Parenthood provides “false information in order to induce government action or inaction,” whether it fails to comply with parental consent requirements, whether it fails to enforce the required 24-hour waiting period and whether it fails to follow the required standard of care in providing medical advice." Visit:
www.kansascity.com | 10/02/2007 | Anti-abortion coalition wants grand jury to investigate Planned Parenthood clinic:
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Parents Rights - Maine School Wants to Give Kids Contraceptives
Here is just another instance of parental rights to raise their children being trampled by school authorities as reported in Wesley Smith's blog Secondhand Smoke:
(And you know the type of "health professionals" who would give a child birth control pills without her parents knowledge or consent would also take that child for an abortion once she becomes pregnant.)
"I guess parents aren't for raising kids anymore, just housing them. A Maine school wants authority to issue contraceptives to 11 year-olds without parental notification. From the story: Students who have parental permission to be treated at King Middle School's health center would be able to get birth control prescriptions under a proposal that the Portland School Committee will consider Wednesday. Once a parent gives permission for treatment, school authorities want to consider that "blanket permission" to include all "services" offered at the school-based clinic. Visit: Secondhand Smoke:
(And you know the type of "health professionals" who would give a child birth control pills without her parents knowledge or consent would also take that child for an abortion once she becomes pregnant.)
"I guess parents aren't for raising kids anymore, just housing them. A Maine school wants authority to issue contraceptives to 11 year-olds without parental notification. From the story: Students who have parental permission to be treated at King Middle School's health center would be able to get birth control prescriptions under a proposal that the Portland School Committee will consider Wednesday. Once a parent gives permission for treatment, school authorities want to consider that "blanket permission" to include all "services" offered at the school-based clinic. Visit: Secondhand Smoke:
40 Days for Life
The nationwide 40 days for Life Campaign is now past the halfway mark and all across the country there are amazing stories of babies saved and pro-life efforts invigorated. The 40 Days for Life blog entries for day 20 and day 21 contain some interesting stories. I encourage you to read them by visiting 40 Days for Life
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
October 5th, Pray for the Success of Scranton's 40 Days for Life Campaign
On Friday, October 5th come join us in Prayer for the continued success of Scranton’s 40 Days for Life Campaign. Father Sterowski, pastor of Sacred Hearts and St. John the Evangelist Churches in South Scranton, has invited us to participate in the October 5th Holy Hour and Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church to pray for the success of Scranton’s 40 Days for Life Campaign. The Holy Hour begins at 6:00 with Benediction at 6:45. Mass begins at 7:00 p.m. For those who have more time to devote, Eucharistic Adoration takes place from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. St. John the Evangelist Church is located at the corner of Pittston Ave. and Fig St. across from Andrew Brown’s Drug Store in the 1500 block of Pittston Ave.
There are many other things I'd like to share with my readers including photos of Scranton's 40 Days for Life Kick off rally and will do so ASAP.
There are many other things I'd like to share with my readers including photos of Scranton's 40 Days for Life Kick off rally and will do so ASAP.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Sept.26th -LIFE CHAIN to Kick Off Scranton's 40 Days for Life Campaign
From September 26 to November 4, Scranton PA will unite with more than 80 cities in 33 states for the largest simultaneous pro-life mobilization in history – the nationwide 40 Days for Life campaign.
Our 40 Days for Life Campaign begins with a Life Chain in the 1100 and 1200 blocks of Pittston Ave. on Wed. September 26th at 5:30 p.m. Adults and high school students are encouraged to attend. We will stand and pray along the sidewalk from 5:30 to 6: 45 with pro-life signs as a public witness to the truth of abortion. Call Sue Cirba 343-5099 for information. Signs will be provided.
Please register if you wish to participate in 40 days of fervent prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. Our peaceful vigil takes place outside the local Planned Parenthood, 316 Penn Ave. Scranton. Anyone interested in signing up for the prayer vigil visit www.40daysforlife.com/Scranton to register or call The Pro-Life Center 343-5099.
Cities who have participated in previous 40 days for life campaigns experienced benefits. In some cities abortion rates were reduced by 15%… 20%… 25%… Or more!
Other cities were able to recruit and mobilize hundreds of new people into effective, life-saving efforts and lead post-abortive women to healing ministries. Scranton can also potentially experience these benefits.
This effort can also help lead post-abortive women – and men – into proven and effective healing programs, develop new, dynamic pro-life leaders, and bring churches together in an historic display of Christian unity and action.
What will God accomplish when people of faith across our community and throughout our nation unite for 40 days of prayer and fasting, pulling out all the stops to end the violence of abortion?
We don’t know, but we’re sure excited to find out!
Our 40 Days for Life Campaign begins with a Life Chain in the 1100 and 1200 blocks of Pittston Ave. on Wed. September 26th at 5:30 p.m. Adults and high school students are encouraged to attend. We will stand and pray along the sidewalk from 5:30 to 6: 45 with pro-life signs as a public witness to the truth of abortion. Call Sue Cirba 343-5099 for information. Signs will be provided.
Please register if you wish to participate in 40 days of fervent prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. Our peaceful vigil takes place outside the local Planned Parenthood, 316 Penn Ave. Scranton. Anyone interested in signing up for the prayer vigil visit www.40daysforlife.com/Scranton to register or call The Pro-Life Center 343-5099.
Cities who have participated in previous 40 days for life campaigns experienced benefits. In some cities abortion rates were reduced by 15%… 20%… 25%… Or more!
Other cities were able to recruit and mobilize hundreds of new people into effective, life-saving efforts and lead post-abortive women to healing ministries. Scranton can also potentially experience these benefits.
This effort can also help lead post-abortive women – and men – into proven and effective healing programs, develop new, dynamic pro-life leaders, and bring churches together in an historic display of Christian unity and action.
What will God accomplish when people of faith across our community and throughout our nation unite for 40 days of prayer and fasting, pulling out all the stops to end the violence of abortion?
We don’t know, but we’re sure excited to find out!
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
YouTube - Hannity Exposes Planned Parenthood Fraud in Aurora, IL
Sean Hannity exposes Planned Parenthood fraud in Aurora, IL. where PP built an abortion clinic using deceptive information on permits. Watch this You Tube video from Sean Hannity's America. Includes interviews of women who had abortions.
Visit:
YouTube - Hannity Exposes Planned Parenthood Fraud in Aurora, IL
Visit:
YouTube - Hannity Exposes Planned Parenthood Fraud in Aurora, IL
Thursday, September 06, 2007
Concerned Women for America - Confirm Judge Southwick 
Concerned Women For America is asking for calls to the Capitol Switchboard in support of Judge Leslie Southwick. I have been a CWA supporter for years and trust their judgement. The interesting thing on this one is PA Senator Arlen Specter has also come out in Support of Judge Southwick. To listen to Specter's appeal on Judge Southwick's behalf visit:
Concerned Women for America - Confirm Judge Southwick
Concerned Women for America - Confirm Judge Southwick
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Story of a Life that Almost Wasn't. View this YouTube - Can I Live
A young man sings the story of his life that almost wasn't. His mother, a 17 year old high school student was scheduled for an abortion. Pro-life protestors are outside the clinic as she goes in. Once on the table she changes her mind and runs out of the abortion clinic.
Click here to watch this music video.
YouTube - Can I Live: "http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AqPRcF7ZC0"
Click here to watch this music video.
YouTube - Can I Live: "http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AqPRcF7ZC0"
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
4D Ultrasound Scan Fetal Video Clips
Here's something interesting that you don't see every day! This web site from Dr. Najeeb Layyous from Amman, Jordan shows over two dozen video clips of 4D Ultrasounds. At times the pictures get distorted, however one can clearly see facial features, arm and leg movement and more. Some videos are of twins or triplets, in others one can detect baby yaawning, sucking his thumb and hiding his face. To view these videos visit:
4D Ultrasound Scan Fetal Video Clips
4D Ultrasound Scan Fetal Video Clips
Friday, August 17, 2007
40 Days for LifeCampaign in 13 Pennsylvania Cities
40 Days for Life: "COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Forty days transformed Moses on Mount Sinai. The city of Nineveh repented when God gave its citizens 40 days to remain faithful. Christ was empowered by 40 days in the desert. And pro-life groups across the country are asking themselves what can happen if they unite for 40 days of prayer, fasting and outreach to end abortion" College Station Texas was the location of the first 40 Days for Life campaign three years ago. Sixty churches participated and more than 1,000 volunteers participated. The number of abortions dropped.
To read about the results visit:
40 Days for Life:
As of one day before the campaign signup deadline, 13 Pennsylvania communities registered to participate. These include York, West Chester, Reading, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia,Orefield, Norwood, Scranton, Warminister Lancaster, Harrisburg, Collegeville. If you live in any of these communities and would like to participate please visit www,40daysforlife.com and sign up.
To read about the results visit:
40 Days for Life:
As of one day before the campaign signup deadline, 13 Pennsylvania communities registered to participate. These include York, West Chester, Reading, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia,Orefield, Norwood, Scranton, Warminister Lancaster, Harrisburg, Collegeville. If you live in any of these communities and would like to participate please visit www,40daysforlife.com and sign up.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Concert for Wilkes-Barre Pro-Life Center Sept 16th
CONCERT TO BENEFIT THE HUMAN LIFE RESOURCE CENTER, WILKES-BARRE
In conjunction with the twentieth anniversary of the Founding of the (Pro-Life) Human Life Resource Center, 201 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, a Concert will take place on Sunday, September 16th, 2:00 PM, at Saint Nicholas Church, 226 South Washington Street, Wilkes-Barre.
Betty Caffrey is Director and Founder of the Human Life Resource Center which has been helping young mothers and families in need since 1987. The Center operates by donations, with an all-volunteer staff.
Cynthia Ferraz of Drums, Director of “Our Lady Queen Of All Hearts Choir” will host the Concert. All are invited to attend the Concert, and a reception which will follow in the Church Hall. A free Will Offering will be accepted to benefit the Human Life Resource Center. Please mark your calendar.
In conjunction with the twentieth anniversary of the Founding of the (Pro-Life) Human Life Resource Center, 201 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, a Concert will take place on Sunday, September 16th, 2:00 PM, at Saint Nicholas Church, 226 South Washington Street, Wilkes-Barre.
Betty Caffrey is Director and Founder of the Human Life Resource Center which has been helping young mothers and families in need since 1987. The Center operates by donations, with an all-volunteer staff.
Cynthia Ferraz of Drums, Director of “Our Lady Queen Of All Hearts Choir” will host the Concert. All are invited to attend the Concert, and a reception which will follow in the Church Hall. A free Will Offering will be accepted to benefit the Human Life Resource Center. Please mark your calendar.
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