The harm performed on a preborn child by an abortionist is, of course, lethal.
But the harm doesn't stop there.
As I told abortion clients just this morning (giving them the facts about abortion that certainly will be denied them inside the abortionist's building), the violent, remarkably unnatural act of abortion also results in terrible risks to the woman's health. In both the long and short term, a woman putting her pregnant body in the hands of an abortion profiteer faces a whole host of dangers -- not to mention the grave spiritual consequences of such an act.
The dangers posed by abortion to mothers should never be a mere "side issue" for sidewalk counselors, CPC workers and other pro-life advocates who hold high the banner for the sanctity of life. This is both because we require her change of mind to save her baby's life but also because our concern for her must be authentic and passionate.
Abortion hurts...even the survivor.
And that is one of our most important messages.
For a review of just how abortion hurts women, check out these lists from the Elliot Institute which present both the physical effects and the psychological effects. There's more at the fine web site of the Elliot Institute so why not stop by and do a little homework there. It will better equip you to speak truths of life to those who desperately need to know.
Brothers & Sisters,
On October 2ed, New Jersey, yes New Jersey will hold its largest, public, pro-life event. Bike for Life (www.bike-for-life.org) helps fund homes for un-wed mothers. Your support helps gives desperate women a real alternative to abortion. Just as important, this is a youth oriented event, with food, live music and coverage by local radio and news papers. This is an excellent vehicle for teaching young people to respect life and of the hazards of promiscuity. As an added bonus, one of the largest Pro-Abortion funders in the country lives in vicinity of the event. Dare I say divine providence? It makes it very hard for pro-abortion politicians to paint Pro-lifers as extremist when they are seen as the wholesome happy people this event attracts.
Wont you check out our web site for complete details http://www.bike-for-life.org
Please consider helping make this a successful event. Every donation of $15 or more gets a free Bike for Life t-shirt.
Thank you,
Bob, Kevin and Mike
Bike for Life Committee