Mission Statement

To pray, fast and peacefully witness for an end to intentional destruction of all innocent human lives, especially those most in need.

Sunday, November 17, 2013

40 Days is Over...But the Battle for Life Isn't!

"Our struggle is not with flesh and blood but with the principalities, with the powers, with the world rulers of this present darkness, with the evil spirits in the heavens..."  (Ephesians 6: 12-13)

Where are we today in this struggle?  Are we making any headway... in our battle with the culture of death?  Do we care enough to make time in our schedule to pray and witness for life out in the trenches?  Or are we becoming apathetic, indifferent, desensitized? 
40 Days for Life has ended...we accomplished a lot!

In Madison this fall there were 2 babies saved from abortion (that we KNOW of!).  
Internationally, 476 lives were saved for a total of 8,012 since the campaign began in 2007.  Again, these are the ones we KNOW of! So, yes, we ARE making headway and, in God's time, we will win.  However...it is incumbent upon us to do all we can in the fight.

"When you have done all you have been commanded, say, 'We are unprofitable servants; we have done what we were obliged to do.'"  (Luke 17: 7-10)

We are obliged to keep going in our 365 for Life campaign going on now! But apathy is settling in again.  OUT OF SIGHT...OUT OF MIND... it seems that we are falling into Satan's trap, finding excuses to not go out to Planned Parenthood where abortions continue throughout the year and contraception is handed out like candy at Halloween, while mothers are lied to about abortion being "the solution to their problem" and our kids, poisoned psychologically and physically:
  • I did my part; it's over for another year. 
  • I can sit back now and relax. 
  • It's getting colder and, besides, I just don't have the time to spend an hour out there.
  • I'm too busy; somebody else will do it.
We are called upon to be warriors, to protect and defend the innocent victims! 
"Therefore, put on the armor of God, that you may be able to resist on the evil day and, having done everything, to hold your ground."  (Eph 6:12-13)  In all circumstances, hold faith as a shield, to quench all flaming arrows of the evil one.  (Eph 6:16)

There are many hours to fill this week!  We cannot continue this battle without your help!
Open Hours - Please Step Up and Continue To Fight for Life!
Monday, 11/18/13:  100% filled!  Praise God!
Tuesday, 11/19/13:  2 needed at noon, 1:00, 2:00, and 4:00pm; 1 needed at 9:00 and 11:00am and3:00pm  Only 31% filled ON THIS ABORTION DAY!
Wednesday, 11/20/13:  2 needed at 10:00, 11:00,noon, 1:00, 3:00, 4:00, and 5:00pm;  1 needed at8:00, 9:00am and 2:00pm  Only 15% filled ON THIS ABORTION DAY! 
Thursday, 11/21/13:  2 needed at 5:00pm; 1 needed at 3:00 and 4:00pm
Friday, 11/22/13:  1 needed at 1:00 and 2:00pm

Go to www.vigilforlife.org/calendar/monthview to sign up for hours or email info@vigilforlife.org. 

A prayer warrior sent the following link to a beautiful song and video, written from the perspective of a preborn child.  I hope it will motivate you to sign up for an hour for all the voiceless innocents who count on us to be their voices.
Watch the entire video for the whole story!!

Announcements:
  • St. Ambrose Academy Benefit Dinner -Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of St. Ambrose Academy with esteemed guest, Bishop Robert Morlino on Saturday, December 7, 2013, at the Alliant Energy Center (1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI  53713).  St. Ambrose Guardians for Life contributed many hours to our recent 40 Days for Life campaign.  Join fellow prayer warriors in supporting this wonderful school!  For reservations call (608) 827-5863 orinfo@ambroseacademy.org or visit www.ambroseacademy.org.
  •  Reminder - 40 Days for Life "A Future and a Hope" webcast
    and teleconference
    DATE: Monday, November 18
    TIME: 8:00 PM
    FORMAT: Simulcast (attend via phone or webcast; it's
    your choice)
    REGISTER TO ATTEND THE EVENT BY VISITING:
    http://40daysforlifewebcast.com
During this one-time-only FREE event, you will:

* Learn the STUNNING RESULTS that God accomplished
during the just-completed 40 Days for Life campaign
... and how these victories point to even bigger
success over the next 12 months

* Find out why 2014 is poised to be a MASSIVE TURNING
POINT for the entire pro-life movement -- and what we
need to do together, with God's help, to leverage
this historic opportunity

* Be the very first to hear breaking news about the
latest abortion center closures -- these case studies
will reveal the THREE KEYS that will help YOU save
more lives ... change more hearts and minds ... and
stop abortions for good in your community
  • Reminder - Respect Life Retreat Friday, Nov. 29th through Saturday, Nov. 30! - Time is running out!  Be sure to get your reservation in soon for this wonderful pro-life retreat at beautiful Durward's Glen near Baraboo, WI!  The Servants of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Vigil for Life will be hosting this Sixth Annual Respect Life Retreat.
    Our Retreat Master will be Fr. Eric Nielsen from St. Paul's in the Diocese of Madison. This event will offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, the Liturgy of the Hours, silent prayer and time for personal reflection.See: www.durwardsglen.org/ for more information about Durwards Glen.

    Spaces for the Respect Life Retreat are limited, so please call now to reserve your room. The cost per person is $65 and checks may be made payable to “The Servants of Our Lady of Guadalupe” (Financial assistance may be made available for those in need). Please call Jen Dunnett at 715-340-2779 or email her at vitapretiosa@gmail.com to reserve your place.Note: If you are unable to attend and would like to donate so that someone else can, please contact Jen or Bette.
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