DEACON FOR LIFE

Were there to be no support in the whole history of ethical and moral thought, were there no acknowledged confirmation from medical science, were the history of legal opinion to the contrary, we would still have to conclude on the basis of God's Holy Word that the unborn child is a person in the sight of God. He is protected by the sanctity of life graciously given to each individual by the Creator, Who alone places His image upon man and grants them any right to life which they have.

Sunday, March 1, 2020

Pa Pro-Life Federation Newsletter

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March 1, 2020

Our state tax dollars subsidizing abortion?

Watch Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) question the Wolf Administration's proposal to give $3 million to Planned Parenthood, the nation and state's largest abortion provider.

Despite claims that funds won't pay for abortions, the reality is that they indirectly would by paying utilities, rent, salaries, and other operational expenses. Contact your legislator to voice opposition.

02.26.20 Budget Hearing Q&A: Human Services (Part 1)

The beauty of respecting life—even when circumstances look bleak

by Maria Gallagher,

Legislative Director

What drives your commitment to promoting the sanctity of innocent human life? Was there an eye-opening moment when a life-changing incident forced you to come to grips with the tragedy of abortion? For Tracy, a candidate for the Pennsylvania state legislature, the defining moment occurred when she was pregnant. As Tracy wrote to me, the life issue came up front and center—and she could not avert her eyes. Read More

Senator wants to designate

"World Down Syndrome Day"

Pennsylvania Senator Scott Martin plans to introduce legislation to designate March 21, 2020 as World Down Syndrome Day. In a co-sponsorship memorandum, Senator Scott wrote:

"Individuals diagnosed with Down syndrome have a full or partial extra copy of chromosome 21, which alters the course of their development. The most commonly occurring chromosomal condition, approximately 1 in every 700 U.S. babies are born with Down syndrome; about 6,000 each year. While it is much more difficult to ascertain global figures on the condition, some predictions put the total worldwide population at roughly 6 million.

Over time, the number of individuals with Down syndrome have continued to rise in part due to their increased life expectancies. The majority of these individuals now live past the age of 50, and the number is even higher for those living in the United States. This has been attributed to advances in medicine and long-term care as well as shifts in societal attitudes towards the diagnosis.

In other words, when given the opportunities associated with early intervention, therapies, quality education and proper support, individuals with Down syndrome have proven that they can adapt and thrive. As a result, they have gone on to be productive, inspirational and influential members of societies across the globe."

Our Virtual Baby at 8 weeks!

The brain is rapidly developing and the nervous system is being carefully organized. A neural tube has closed to form the spinal column. A tiny nose and upper lip are more prominent. Arm and leg buds emerge. This tiny human being is about the size of a jellybean. Many women may have their first ultrasound around this time.

(Image and information from the app Sprout. )

Please share this information to educate others and to counter the abortion industry's lies that this pre-born child is just a "clump of cells".

CHAPTER EVENTS

Pennsylvanians for Human Life Scranton Chapter will hold its annual breakfast Saturday, March 7 at Genetti Manor, 9 a.m. 1505 N Main Ave, Dickson City, PA. Steven Bannon and Ashley Garecht will be featured speakers. Executive Director of PA Pro-Life Federation, Michael Ciccocioppo, will offer an update on pro-life issues in the state. Tickets are Adults $35, Seniors $25, Children $10. Contact Joe Alinoski 570-876-4087 for tickets.

The Susquehanna Valley Chapter Pennsylvanians for Human Life (SVC-PHL) cordially invites you to a Pro-Life Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, April 4, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Express (Grand Ball Room) in Williamsport. Dr. Monique Ruberu will be the featured speaker. She co-leads two 40 days for life campaigns in downtown Philadelphia. She is a pro-life OB-GYN, pro-life advocate, trained sidewalk counselor and public speaker. BREAKFAST BUFFET: $15 Adult & $5 Children 10 & under RSVP: Doris at 570.745.3502 before Friday, March 20, 2020.

Bedford County Citizens Concerned for Human Life will hold their 16th Annual Pro-Life Dinner on Friday, April 24, 2020 at 6 p.m. at Clear Ridge Independent Fellowship Church, 516 Stayer Road, Everett. Marlene Downing, director of the HOPE Pregnancy Center in Philadelphia will be guest speaker. Tickets are Adults $20, Students $10, 4 and under free. RSVP by April 17 by calling 814-276-3638 or 814-652-6755. Checks are payable to Bedford County CCHL and can be mailed to Pam Lucas, 262 Zion Road, Everett, PA 15537.