Day 39 - Calvary Chapel Prays for Life

Calvary Chapel Prays for Life

Table of Contents

• National Campaign Daily Intention
  • Pray that we become vessels of hope to all around us, especially to those who minister in the pro‐life movement.
• National Campaign News
  • Shine a Light on the Truth
• Local Campaign News
  • Carson City Sidewalk Participation Perturbs Pro-abortion Neighbor
  • Members from Truckee Calvary Chapel Hold Prayer Event for 40 Days
  • Quality Attendees Visit Booth at Church Fair
  • Reno Police Non-Emergency Number – 775 334-2099
  • Coming Events
  • Wrap-up Rally – Sunday, Nov 1 – 5:00 Shofar, 6:00 Pot Luck Dinner, 7:00 Movie
  • “Sarah’s Choice” Movie – Carson City Community Pregnancy Center
  • Walk for Life West Coast – San Francisco – January 23, 2010
  • Allow us to Announce Your Pro-Life Prayer Gathering Here
• 40 Days through Scripture
  • Day 39 – Revelations 8-15
• National News
  • Remain Calm about Stupak
  • Pro-Choice Republican Candidate Quits the Race in NY
• International News
  • Switzerland Cracks Down on Suicide Tourism
• Video Vignettes
  • The Humanity of the Unborn – Are you Smarter than a 2nd Grader?
• Abortion 101
  • Men and Abortion
• Get Involved
  • Stand for Marriage – Get Out the Vote Callers Needed
  • U.S. House Speaker Pelosi wants to ram the pro-abortion health care bill through the House
  • - Telephone your representative in the U.S. House today!
  • Spread the Message of Life on October 31st by making Pro-Life Jack-o-Lanterns!
  • Support 40 Days for Life with a Donation through our Website
• Campaign Materials
  • Two Hearts Catholic Books & Gifts to Carry 40 Days for Life Items
  • Free 40 Days for Life Items - Bumper Sticker, Bracelet & More

National Campaign Daily Intention

Pray that we become vessels of hope to all around us, especially to those who minister in the pro‐life movement.

On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!”— Luke 24:15

[This reflection was supposed to have been posted yesterday for Friday, but Saturday’s reflection was mistakenly posted, hence the references here to “Friday”. Sorry about that ~CM.]

This meditation, based on a sermon I once heard, is adapted for pro‐life concerns. It’s Friday. Jesus is on the cross. He has been killed by his enemies; he is off the scene. But that’s because it’s Friday.

Sunday’s comin’! It’s Friday. Abortionists continue their work 3,300 times a day, tearing off the arms and legs of little babies and crushing their heads. But that’s because it’s Friday. Sunday’s comin’! It’s Friday. Pro‐abortion groups receive blood money from billionaires who are as deceived as they are. But that’s because it’s Friday. Sunday’s comin’!

It’s Friday. Liars attempt to speak for all women and hide the pain of abortion, and ignore the evidence of how it harms women, and call abortion a blessing. But that’s because it’s Friday.

Sunday’s comin’! It’s Friday. People of hardened hearts guard the clinics and usher desperate women in to have their abortions, while keeping them from the pro‐life people who want to give them hope. But that’s because it’s Friday. Sunday’s comin’! Hope does not mean that we ignore or minimize the evils around us. It means, rather, that we see the whole picture, which is that evil is conquered because of what happened one Sunday morning. We are called to proclaim, celebrate, and serve that victory, waiting in joyful hope for Christ’s return and the full flowering of the Culture of Life! Indeed, Sunday’s comin’!

Fr. Frank Pavone
National Director
Priests for Life

National Campaign News

Shine a Light on the Truth

The National campaign reports on how the campaign is progressing around the country. Here is an excerpt from today’s update.

Today is Day 39, and we're in the home stretch of this fall's 40 Days for Life effort. As we rapidly approach tomorrow's finish line for this campaign, I just posted another short on-location video that I think you will love: http://40daysforlife.com/blog/?p=487 This hope-filled 4-minute clip comes from Peoria, Illinois -- in the middle of the American heartland.

You'll hear from several volunteers and the new president of the statewide right to life group about the blessings they have experienced as part of 40 Days for Life -- and how they went from a previous campaign that really struggled to this fall's effort that has involved hundreds of new people.

If you've missed any of the other short video reports (which have been getting THOUSANDS of views!) they're all posted online at: http://www.youtube.com/user/dbereit.

Amazing things continue to happen during 40 Days for Life! The 40 Days for Life team in Providence, Rhode Island report the story about a woman who had an abortion appointment at Planned Parenthood -- and abortion facility escorts who tried to prevent her from hearing the truth. …

To read the entire national update go to: http://40daysforlife.com/blog/?p=487. Please join us as we give witness to the truth at our sidewalk. Utilize this Right before someone puts in place an ordinance that removes our right to free speech.

Local Campaign News

Carson City Sidewalk Participation Perturbs Pro-abortion Neighbor

One of our wonderful supporters in Carson City, Tom of Carson City Florist (yes, this is one of the rare shameless plugs I am making, asking you to support this local business!) was at the sidewalk again, as he is frequently, when one of the neighbors came out of his home and started shining a flashlight into Tom’s car. Tom asked him to please leave his car alone, which precipitated a flurry of expletives and suggestions that “you’re all just a bunch of %*@ wackjobs …”.

Thank you Tom, for not responding in kind to the uncharitable diatribe of this upset neighbor. It is when we continue to respond with charity that we can make in roads in the course of helping others to appreciate that Life deserves to be protected. When we respond to anger with anger, the point that we hope to make gets lost in the heat of the exchange. When someone goes out of their way to express their anger against someone who is quietly praying on the sidewalk, we have obviously touched a nerve.

Please pray for this neighbor to the abortion site on Mica Drive in Carson City, so that he might reflect on his own behavior and be embarrassed with the way he behaved. Pray that in realizing that he reacted poorly that he consider his position and take the time to ponder on what pain he is hiding, masked behind the anger he displayed. Pray that he come to appreciate that Christ can forgive even the sin of abortion, and Lord we ask that you move him to repent of his sin, so that he can come to fully appreciate you as His Lord and Savior.

Members from Truckee Calvary Chapel Hold Prayer Event for 40 Days

Lilly & Bernie Brenes, of the Truckee Calvary Chapel, held a Prayer and Pot Blessing Celebration in honor of the close of 40 Days for Life. During their event they had several people share their own testimonies, including the story of a local High School student who has found herself the lone voice in her school speaking out in defense of innocent human life. Students who step out and publicly declare their appreciation for Life, starting at conception, are especially to be commended, as this is a time in life when the pull to win the approval of one’s peers is especially strong. Thank you to all the youth out there who have taken a stand for Life. You are helping us to change the culture of the next generation! May God Bless you abundantly for your efforts!

Quality Attendees Visit Booth at Church Fair

The size of the crowds at this weekend’s church fair, held at St. Teresa’s in Carson City was small and yet the caliber of the conversations was excellent, with nearly every person taking a pro-life stance. Many had not yet heard of 40 Days for Life, and they were interested to see the fetal models that we have of infants from 7 – 10 weeks. We also gave out a large number of the 12 week Precious One fetal models, rubberized wrist bands, precious feet pins and our literature. Let’s pray that these new members of our distribution list will feel called to step forward and participate in future pro-life activities!

Reno Police Non-Emergency Number – 775 334-2099

The Reno non-emergency Police number we have been asked to use for the Fall campaign, is 775-334-2099. If you’d like to report being sprayed by the watering system or having music blasted while you’re at the sidewalk, please use this Reno Police non-emergency line. If you feel that you are in threat of imminent harm, call 911 immediately.

Before you come out to pray, please sign a Statement of Peace which can be found on-line at: www.40DaysforLife.com/RenoTahoe/StatementofPeace. If you can get to the sidewalk in Reno, to register for the hours when you’ll be at the sidewalk, go to: http://www.vigilcalendar.com/renotahoe. For those who live close to Carson City, please consider going to the sidewalk in front of the Tahoe Women’s Care, located on Mica Drive. Thank you in advance for your assistance with this effort. To register for your time there, go to: http://www.vigilcalendar.com/carsoncity. Don’t forget to send your impressions of your time at the sidewalk to renotahoe@40DaysforLife.com.

Our website has been undergoing major renovations, due to the assistance of our webmaster, Suzie. Take at look by going to: www.40DaysforLife.com/RenoTahoe and don’t miss the Resources section!

Remember, if you plan to participate as a member of 40 Days for Life, you are asked to follow the law, including those that apply to private property. Do not enter the property of the abortion site and do not leave “Litter” behind when you depart. This includes large crosses on the public land directly across from the abortion site. If you have not yet signed a Statement of Peace, please do so now on-line. Also remember, that as witnesses to Christ, we come to bring the Love of Christ to the sidewalk. While this refers to everyone with whom we interact, it applies especially to Dr. Stutes and his staff. It is through his conversion of heart that we have the most to gain, especially if he repents of the abortions he has participated in and accepts Christ and His forgiveness.

Coming Events

Wrap-up Rally – Sunday, Nov 1 – 5:00 Shofar, 6:00 Pot Luck Dinner, 7:00 Movie

Mark your calendars for a true celebration, as we honor God for all the graces He has showered upon our campaign, this Fall and since we began this effort in the Fall of 2007. November 1st is the Catholic All Saints Day feast, the perfect time to join in celebration of all the Saints who have given their lives in service to Our Lord and to Thank Christ for the many graces He has showered on our campaign for the past 40 Days as we have sought to do His will. We have planned an event you will not want to miss. River Rock Christian Fellowship, having been recently blessed with a new Church home less than 2 miles from the West End Abortion Site, has graciously offered to allow us to use their facility for a Pot-Luck Dinner and Pro-Life Movie Night. We will end the 40 Day campaign with the blowing of the shofar at the sidewalk at 5 pm, along with a brief rally of prayer, scripture and sharing, and then we will proceed by car to their church for a pot-luck dinner of Celebration, as we fellowship and share our experiences of the past 40 Days. Our evening will conclude with a Pro-Life movie. Please, print a copy of our FLYER and with your Pastor’s permission, post it at your church for this weekend. Then, don’t forget to contact Millie at 775-348-9088 to confirm your attendance at this special evening. this weekend. If you are willing to help, contact us at renotahoe@40DaysforLife.com. Your assistance and participation are greatly appreciated. We are looking for help in putting on this event, so please do not be shy, step forward and get involved!

“Sarah’s Choice” Movie – Carson City Community Pregnancy Center

The detail are coming, but the Community Pregnancy Center has obtained the rights to broadcast this movie at churches in the area. They already have at least one church lined up and more are being sought. Continue to watch here for details on the locations of where the film will be shown in our area. If you would like to bring it to your church reply here, or contact Kimberly at the Carson City Community Pregnancy Center.

Walk for Life West Coast – San Francisco – January 23, 2010

Join the over 32,000 other Pro-Life supporters who make the trek to San Francisco each January to walk from the end of Market Street (Justin Herman Plaza) to the Marina Green. The day starts with rousing talks given to thousands, followed by the peaceful, prayerful walk through Fisherman’s Wharf, concluding with a number of pro-life organizations offering information to assist you in better serving the efforts of the Pro-Life Movement. In the past, we have assisted by offering information on the 40 Days for Life National campaign, from which many new locations have joined in the effort. Last year, at the end of the walk, a number of women from Silent No More Awareness gave their testimonies as to how abortion hurt them, in the hope that others would realize that Abortion is not a loving, livable option. There are a number of busses that will be leaving from the Reno area, offering a reasonably priced option for getting to San Francisco to join this life affirming event. Watch for additional details. For more information on the walk, go to their website, http://www.walkforlifewc.com/.

Allow us to Announce Your Pro-Life Prayer Gathering Here

Gather together to Pray to End Abortion! When you have plans, let us know and we’ll let others know through our updates.

40 Days through Scripture

Day 39 – Revelations 8-15 (including: Revelations 11:16-19)

The twenty-four elders who sat on their thrones before God prostrated themselves and worshipped God and said: “We give thanks to you, Lord God almighty, who are and who were. For you have assumed your great power and have established your reign. The nations raged, but your wrath has come, and the time for the dead to be judged, and to recompense your servants, the prophets, and the holy ones and those who fear your name, the small and the great alike, and to destroy those who destroy the earth.” Then God’s temple in heaven was opened and the ark of his covenant could be seen in the temple. There were flashes of lightening, rumblings and peals of thunder, an earthquake, and a violent hailstorm.

To get the complete 40 Days Through the New Testament list, go to: www.40DaysforLife.com/renotahoe/NewTestament, print it out and get started now. It’s never too late to start reading the bible.

National News

Remain Calm about Stupak

[Jill Stanek] MI pro-life Democrat Congressman (and co-chair of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus) Bart Stupak has been a real hero on trying to nix public funding of abortion in healthcare. I can't imagine how we'd stand a chance of stopping it without him.

That's why I didn't jump on Stupak when the following video was released from an October 24 Cheboygan town hall meeting....

Specifically, Stupak said,

"I offered an amendment that says no public funding for abortion that's been the law of the land for many many decades and we lose that vote. Let's say we lose that vote.... Would I vote against health care? If I had a chance to vote my conscience I probably would not. I probably would still vote for the health care bill at the end of the day."

Despite that, this is a very, very tenuous time, not the prudent moment for pro-lifers to start attacking Stupak, IMO. He has enough enemies as it is. He is taking on his House leader Nancy Pelosi. He is taking on Obama. Stupak is under immense pressure.

I've listened to Stupak's rationale over and over, and it doesn't make sense. Pro-aborts find the comment newsworthy, as did even Fox's Brett Baier last night. I won't link to all the angry pro-life posts, but they're out there.

But I'm calling for calm. Here are some feasible explanations. First, Kristen Day, president of Democrats for Life, wrote in an email yesterday:

If Stupak gets a vote, his Amendment would most likely pass, which is why the leadership is not going to allow it. This is not the time to start attacking Stupak. He held a briefing today with the USCCB about abortion funding in health care. He has now 43 Democrats who said they would oppose the rule.

(Stupak needs 39 Dems to stop the healthcare bill.)

Another friend inside Congress wrote:

I don't think it is helpful to focus efforts on attacking Mr. Stupak - the one Democrat who is actively working to advance our cause. He seems to be indicating that if his amendment were to fail, he will vote for the bill... It is possible he believes he has the votes to pass the amendment, so the scenario in which his amendment fails is unlikely. Whatever the case may be, pro-life groups need to be putting their efforts into growing support for the Stupak amendment.... Attacks on the one guy who has a shot at building a pro-life coalition of the necessary 40 Democrats won't accomplish anything.

To continue reading …

Pro-Choice Republican Candidate Quits the Race in NY

[Watertown Daily Times, as Tweeted by Susan B. Anthony List] Dede Scozzafava, the Republican and Independence parties candidate, announced Saturday that she is suspending her campaign for the 23rd Congressional District and releasing all her supporters.

The state Assemblywoman has not thrown her support to either Doug Hoffman, the Conservative Party candidate, or Bill Owens, the Democratic candidate.

"Today, I again seek to act for the good of our community," Ms. Scozzafava wrote in a letter to friends and supporters. "It is increasingly clear that pressure is mounting on many of my supporters to shift their support. Consequently, I hereby release those individuals who have endorsed and supported my campaign to transfer their support as they see fit to do so. I am and have always been a proud Republican. It is my hope that with my actions today, my party will emerge stronger and our district and our nation can take an important step towards restoring the enduring strength and economic prosperity that has defined us for generations."

Ms. Scozzafava told the Watertown Daily Times that Siena Research Institute poll numbers show her too far behind to catch up - and she lacks enough money to spend on advertising in the last three days to make a difference. Mr. Owens has support from 36 percent of likely voters in the poll, with Mr. Hoffman garnering 35 percent support. Ms. Scozzafava has support from 20 percent of those polled. Continue reading the article …

International News

Switzerland Cracks Down on Suicide Tourism

[Times OnLine report, via Patrick Madrid Blog] he Times Online reports:

Switzerland announced plans yesterday to crack down on “suicide tourism”, signaling that it might close the Dignitas clinic that has helped hundreds of terminally ill people to take their lives.

The plans — in the form of two draft Bills that will be offered for public debate — are likely to set off a rush of patients from Britain and elsewhere in Europe since Switzerland has become the main destination for those seeking assisted suicide.

Eveline Widmer-Schlumpf, the Justice Minister, said that two options would be presented to parliament. Either clinics such as Dignitas and Exit, which deals chiefly with Swiss patients, will have to accept much stricter regulation or they will be closed down.

The tightening of the rules would require patients to present two medical opinions declaring their disease incurable, that death is expected within months and that they have made their decision of sound mind and fully aware of their options. Continue Reading …

For more Pro-Life related news, go to our website: www.40DaysforLife.com/RenoTahoe/News

Video Vignette

The Humanity of the Unborn – Are you Smarter than a 2nd Grader?

[Live Action] Josh Brahm of Life Report has released a new educational video titled, “Pro-Choicers IGNORE 2nd Grade Science Lesson!” that shows that it is a scientific fact that preborn humans are…you guessed it…Homo sapiens a.k.a. human beings.

Check out the video and use it as a resource whenever science-adverse abortion advocates try to make the case that preborn humans are not human beings.

http://liveaction.org/blog/life-report-releases-video-on-humanity-of-unborn/

Abortion 101

Men and Abortion

Women are not the only ones who suffer after an abortion. When it comes to an aborted child, men find themselves in one of three scenarios, each of which has different repercussions for him when dealing with the abortion. These scenarios are:

• He pressured the mother of his child into having an abortion – he may end up suffering post-abortion grief coupled with guilt and shame for the role he played
• He tried without success to talk the mother into sparing the life of their child – He may end up suffering from feelings of helplessness and anger at his inability to protect his child.
• He didn’t even know that he was a father until after the fact, at which point he may feel distrust of the mother and these feelings may be extended to other women as well.

Post abortive men are also beginning to participate in Post-Abortive healing programs, in some cases along-side post-abortive women, through such programs as Rachel’s Vineyard or the resources offered by www.MenAndAbortion.net where the following excerpt was found:

I don't remember how I finally changed her mind - it took about a week, but I did it. I remember being with her at the clinic, with one of her friends, smoking outside. I was worried there would be protesters, but there weren't. I remember driving her home thinking "Thank God it's over!"

His story, reflecting on his self centered concerns while encouraging his then fiance’ to abort their first child shows that the presence of those standing in prayer at the abortion site affects even the male who has worked hard to bring his girlfriend to a place where she is willing to kill her child for him. Prayer and Fasting matters, doing so at the sidewalk also helps.

Get Involved!

Stand for Marriage – Get Out the Vote Callers Needed

[Stand for Marriage Maine] Make direct contact with Maine voters about Question 1 [Defense of Marriage Question] by joining a phone bank in your area. Or we can set you up to phone from home. You can help repeal homosexual marriage by just picking up the phone! We’ll supply all the materials you need. Just a few hours of phoning can make the difference between winning and losing on the important institution of marriage.

Volunteer to make Calls– What happens in Maine will affect every other state in the nation. Volunteers are being sought to make calls to help get out Tuesday’s vote for the defense of marriage, a lifelong commitment made between one Man and one Woman, a relationship open to rearing and raising of children, a union that is meant to be exclusive for life.

U.S. House Speaker Pelosi wants to ram the pro-abortion health care bill through the House - Telephone your representative in the U.S. House today!

[NRLC] - This is an urgent congressional alert from the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC) in Washington, D.C. Please act on this alert immediately. …

Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (Ca.) is planning to try to ram the massive health care bill (H.R. 3200) through the House on short notice, without allowing consideration of a critical pro-life amendment. National Right to Life is urging every pro-life citizen to immediately TELEPHONE the office of his or her representative in the U.S. House of Representatives with a clear and firm message urging a NO vote on the so-called "rule," which is the procedural vote that would allow passage of H.R. 3200 with no amendments allowed, and also to vote against the pro-abortion bill itself.

Even if you have already called and written your representatives in Congress about the health care bills, it is critical that you call again now. This will just take a few minutes. For guidance on how to make your call, click here, or go to the NRLC Legislative Action Center at http://www.capwiz.com/nrlc/ and click on the "Urgent Congressional Alert."

Spread the Message of Life on October 31st by making Pro-Life Jack-o-Lanterns!

There are many opportunities to be a voice for the voiceless, and most of those opportunities require us to go someplace public. But, on the eve of All Saints Day, the public comes to us! So make a pro-life jack-o-lantern and send your photos to us. Be sure to include your name, age and address in the e-mail, and we'll post the best ones on our homepage! It doesn't have to be anything fancy. It could be as intricate as the design here or as simple as the word "Pro-Life." Whatever your skill level, be creative and tell the world about the personhood of preborn babies! Send your pro-life Jack-O-Lantern pictures to prolifepumpkin@all.org.

Support 40 Days for Life with a Donation through our Website

Thank you to the two donors who have donated via our website. We have received a donation of $25 and another for $30. No donation is too small or too large, any support is accepted and appreciated. Do you believe in the work we are doing as we Pray to End Abortion? If so, help support the effort with a donation to cover our expenses. Donate Now

Campaign Materials

Free 40 Days for Life Items - Bumper Sticker, Bracelet & More.

Heritage House, is offering a Promotion Pack of 40 Days for Life items through their website for the amazing cost of $0, they are even picking up the postage.If you have wished to place a bumper sticker on your car, but I haven’t had one on hand when we’ve seen one another, our you haven’t yet got one of the rubberized bracelets, but you’d like one, now is your chance to get these and more items,for free.They aren’t even requiring that you enter your email address to receive this promotion, although, I encourage you to do so, and they will continue to keep you informed of the many great items they place on sale during the course of the year.And if you see something on sale and would like to purchase it for our 40 Days for Life campaign, I would gladly accept the help in making their many excellent pro-life items available!To receive your free promo pack, go to: http://www.40dayspromopack.com/40dayspromopack/signup.asp

Two Hearts Catholic Books & Gifts to Carry 40 Days for Life Items

Truly, pictures are worth a thousand words.To make it possible for us to communicate more effectively with those who witness our campaign, Millie has stocked Yard signs, Rally signs, New colored precious feet, Pro-life buttons, Static and Bumper sticker available @ The Two Hearts,33 Winter Street, Reno NV and St. Rose of Lima Church (weekend Masses).

More information

Please share this truth, among others relative to abortion with those who follow your Facebook posts! For more information on 40 Days for Life, Reno/Tahoe, visit our local website, at: www.40DaysforLife.com/RenoTahoe, look for us on FaceBook, or Call: Carol Marie at 530-412-1573 Please forward this message to anyone you know who might be willing to Pray to End Abortion.

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