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As
we celebrate our nation’s independence this month, we rejoice that
states now have the freedom to protect pre-born life in all its stages.
We offer thanksgiving for the nearly 50 years of prayer, sacrifice, and
service of all who have helped to bring about this victory. Above all,
we praise God, and ask for His help in creating a culture in our country
that truly cherishes, protects, and supports His precious gift of human
life. As Catholics, we recognize that legal protection must be
accompanied by care for mothers and their children. Over the past 50
years, so many in the Church and in the pro-life movement have
tirelessly served pre-born children and their moms through pregnancy
care centers and other services. And we each have the opportunity to
consider how we can accompany women who are pregnant or parenting in
difficult circumstances.
The
Church likewise recognizes the incalculable damage that legalized
abortion continues to leave in its wake. Just as the Church is here for
women who are facing difficult pregnancies or struggling to provide for
their children, it also continues to reach out to women and men after an
abortion who find themselves in emotional and spiritual turmoil. Project
Rachel Ministry offers confidential, compassionate help to bring
forgiveness, hope and healing to women and men after involvement in an
abortion. We pray that all who suffer in silence and isolation due to
abortion will find the courage to reach out for help and find peace in
the healing love of Christ.
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