God is Full of Surprises...

In This Issue:

• Another Sidewalk Story - Praise God!
• Open Hours This Week
• Announcements

Dear Vigil for Life Supporters,

Ever have those days when you think all is in order? Your schedule is set and you can predict how things will go as you move through your day, from one hour to the next?   Nothing different planned; nothing different expected.  This was how last Tuesday appeared and everything fell into place as I thought it would....until I arrived at Planned Parenthood for my vigil shift.

I knew it would be frigid out there so I was dressed in preparation for the wind and low temps.  With Rosary and pro-life brochures in hand, I got out to pray for the next hour.  I saw a fellow prayer warrior at the end of his vigil hour on his knees, calling out to two young women about to enter the abortuary, "I'm praying for you!"

They paused and looked his way, unsure of what to do.  They went in but left after a few minutes and drove out. We assumed they had left but suddenly noticed them standing down the sidewalk from us, looking in our direction.  We asked if we could help in any way; they appeared hesitant but were curious about why we were there and what we were doing.  They agreed with our pro-life discussion and finally explained why THEY were there.....they had been raped and knew of no other place to go for follow-up examinations in case they had contracted disease.

We prayed over them, asking God to heal them, protect them, watch over them; we prayed that all men would respect women as beautiful creations made in God's image and likeness.  We asked God to provide them with the help they need to heal physically and spiritually.  We encouraged them to not go back to Planned Parenthood but instead seek help through Our Lady of Hope Clinic and the resources that the Women's Care Center could provide.  There were tears during these moments together but I think these were tears of joy knowing that God provided loving and caring soldiers for them that day.  They were excited, relieved, and hopeful as they drove away, waving to us, and (I have to say) so were the two prayer warriors who shared this beautiful time with them.  We never expected to spend our prayer hour for life in this manner!  Usually we are out there praying that God in His mercy will spare the preborn but this day, God saved two young adult lives! 

Please pray for these two young victims, that God will bless them, comfort them, and heal them....ALSO NOTE: If no one had been out on the sidewalk in vigil, the only alternative would have been Planned Parenthood and their ways!  THIS is why it is so important that we have a presence and fill those open hours!  Please open your hearts and give an hour of your time - I know how good it feels; even on the coldest of days, it truly warms your heart to know you're giving back to God for all He has given.

"For He will save the poor who cry out and the needy who have no one to help them."  - Ps. 72:12

Lord, help us to come to the aid of those who have no help and whose lives are endangered. (Father Pavone: Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day)

Open Hours - Please Step Up and Pray for Life!

Monday, 12/16/13:  1 needed at 9:00am

Tuesday, 12/17/13:  2 needed at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, and 4:00pm  Only 50% filled ON THIS ABORTION DAY!

Wednesday, 12/18/13:  2 needed at 11:00, noon, 1:00, 3:00, and 4:00pm;  1 needed at5:00pm  Only 45% filled ON THIS ABORTION DAY! 

Thursday, 12/19/13:  2 needed at 5:00pm; 1 needed at 3:00 and  4:00pm  Only 60% filled!

Friday, 12/20/13:  100% filled  Praise God!

Go to www.vigilforlife.org/calendar/monthview to sign up for hours. You can also call Bette at 608-358-5963 or email at info@vigilforlife.org.  Blessed are you....Your faithfulness will be rewarded!

Don't Forget! "Empty Manger"Caroling at Planned Parenthood THISThursday, 12/19/13, at 6:00 P.M.

Join us as we point to the “Empty Manger” not yet filled with the Christ, which reminds us of the many empty “mangers” in the hearts of post-abortive men and women.  Bring your voices and fill Orin Road with the beauty of Christ's coming and the joy of children!
 

What:  "Empty Manger" Caroling
When:  Thursday, December 19, 2013 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Planned Parenthood’s sidewalk
3706 Orin Road
Madison, WI 53704

We will provide caroling song sheets. Bring a flashlight and wear weather-appropriate clothing. Questions? Contact Bette Weisshaar at 608-358-5963 or info@vigilforlife.org.

  
Reminder: Pro-Life Wisconsin March for Life Pilgrimage - You are invited to participate in one of the most exciting pro-life events of the year! Join Pro-Life Wisconsin for their annual pilgrimage to Washington D.C. for the March for Life, January 19-23, 2014. 
Travel is by motor coach and the pilgrimage includes two nights at the Capitol Hill Hyatt. Space is limited. Click here to download a registration form with additional details.

Mark Your Calendars - Vigil for Life Madison Roe vs. Wade Prayer Vigil

Join Vigil for Life in prayer as we commemorate the 41st anniversary of  Roe vs. Wade.  Father William Vernon (pastor of St. Christopher Parish in Verona/Paoli) will lead us in prayer on the sidewalk of Planned Parenthood, 3706 Orin Road, Madison, on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at 6:15pm.  This year also marks the 10th anniversary of Planned Parenthood's opening on Orin Road.  Come pray with us for its closure!

God bless you in this Advent Season