The more than 60 million abortions since the 1973 Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton reflect with heartbreaking grandeur what Pope Francis means by a “throwaway culture.” However, we have great confidence in God`s providence. The scriptures constantly remind us to seek the Lord`s help, and as believers, we believe our prayers will be answered. That civil society leaders work for the protection of all human life, at all stages and in all circumstances. Prayers Our Father, Hail 3rd Hail Mary, glory be In all dioceses of the United States of America, January 22 (or January 23 if January 22 falls on a Sunday) is observed as a special day of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of the right to life and penance for violations of the dignity of the human person, committed by abortion. The liturgical celebrations of this day can be the “Mass of thanksgiving to God for the gift of human life” (No. 48/1 of Masses and prayers for various needs and occasions), celebrated with white robes, or the Mass “For the preservation of peace and justice” (No. 30 of Masses and prayers for various needs and occasions), celebrated with purple dresses.

January 22 was described by the General Instruction of the Roman Missal as “a special day of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of the right to life and penance for violations of the dignity of the human person committed by acts of abortion.” Life is at the heart of the Gospel, a beautiful gift from God. When this gift is destroyed rather than appreciated, an act of violence is committed not only against God, but against all humanity. As Pope John Paul II. noted: “The Gospel of God`s love for man, the Gospel of the dignity of the person and the Gospel of life are one and indivisible Gospel.” We meet again with Dicocese of Lafayette, Indiana and Right to Life of Indianapolis for a day of prayer testimony to commemorate the anniversary of Roe v. Wade. This will take place on Monday, January 24, 2022. Love of life is not just a feeling, but rather the desire for the best possible good for those we love. Through our natural intelligence and divine revelation, we become aware of the value of this most fundamental gift of all, which is life. The simple reason leads us to understand that it is better to be alive than it ever existed. The knowledge of the value of life that comes from Revelation leads us to better understand and appreciate this gift: as a result, we worship and love more and more the one who gives this gift. This love drives us to protect the lives of the unborn or those who might be treated unfairly.

We are also made to protect women who may feel tempted or forced to commit an abortion, knowing the devastating consequences that abortion will have in their lives. Last but not least, even though most of them seem completely unlovable, we must love the many abortionists: medical staff, abortion activists and politicians. We must do everything in our power to convince them of their mistakes, so that they repent and change their behavior, both for their own benefit and for the benefit of society. The General Instruction of the Roman Missal, No. 373, refers to January 22 as a special day of prayer and penance, called “Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of the Unborn”: “In all dioceses of the United States of America, January 22 (or January 23 if January 22 falls on a Sunday) is designated as a special day of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of the right to life. and penance for violations of life and penance. the dignity of the human person committed by abortion”. Every January 22, our country celebrates the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court case that legalized abortion during the nine months of pregnancy. Since that tragic decision, more than 56 million children have died as a result of abortions, and many are suffering from the loss – often in silence.

The Church has a special duty to care for every individual, born and unborn. Pope John Paul II noted: After more than four decades of legalizing abortion, the lives of many children are over and many parents and family members are suffering from this loss – often in silence. But God`s greatest desire is to forgive. No matter how far away we have been from Him, He tells us, “Don`t be afraid. Draw near to my heart. Rest assured that it is never too late to ask God for forgiveness in the sacrament of reconciliation. You can register with www.9daysforlife.com at any time of the year! Throughout the year, the website offers email and SMS subscription options for structured monthly messages like the Novena Daily Prayer Instructions. (If you sign up, you will also automatically receive the novena in January.) Dr. Bernard Nathanson, a Jew by blood and an atheist by faith, was a Canadian-American doctor who not only campaigned for the legalization of abortion, but also aborted two of his children with his own hands. He is considered the “father” of the legalization of abortion in America, which culminated in the court decisions recalled today. One day in the mid-1970s, a doctor friend invited Nathanson to hold the ultrasound imaging palette on a woman`s belly while the doctor aborted her child. Nathanson was horrified by what the paddle showed on the ultrasound screen.

The baby trembled vigorously and tried to dodge the doctor`s instruments, pressing against the sharp objects that hit his body. And then the baby`s mouth opened in a silent cry for help. Soon after, Dr. Nathanson abandoned his lucrative practice of abortion. And years later, after a long and painful search for souls, Dr. Nathanson his head to receive the water of baptism in the Catholic Church, a true religion that forgives true sins. We ask you to pray for the respect and protection of life in its earliest and most vulnerable origins, as Pope John Paul II urged: 9 Days for Life is an annual time of prayer and action aimed at cherishing the gift of life of every human being. Around the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of the Unborn*, the primary intention of the Novena is the end of abortion. Moral outrage is stifled, duty diminished, and the desire to interfere in groups prevails. Even when a group witnesses something terrible, many people remain silent. January 22, 1973 marks the somber anniversary of the U.S.

Supreme Court`s decisions Roe vs. Wade and Doe vs. Bolton, who turned off the moral lights to protect the unborn in the United States. All sensible people have a duty to call abortion what it is, no matter what society as a whole says. A country is like a big group, and we tend to adhere to the group`s standards. But scientific and technological advances have removed any doubt as to whether unborn life is human life. It`s a baby. When a woman is pregnant, no one goes to a “fetal shower”, but to a “baby shower”. This is not a potential human life. It is a human life with potential.

Intention That future fathers support with love the mothers of their children in welcoming a new life. Prayers Our Father, Hail Mary, glory to reflection Fatherhood has its origin in God, who revealed himself to us as our Father and sent his only begotten Son for our salvation. Fathers therefore have a special role to play, “revealing and reviving on earth the fatherhood of God himself”. Pope Saint John Paul II said that the Fathers are called to “show a generous responsibility for the life conceived under the Heart of the Mother” (FC 25). They are solely responsible for the protection and defence of mother and child, and thus for safeguarding the sanctity of human life. 2) Come together: Join others in prayer, action, and fellowship. Organize or attend local events sponsored by dioceses, parishes, schools, etc., and/or host private gatherings of friends and family. Heavenly Father and Mother Mary, today we storm heaven with our prayers, fasting and almsgiving, hoping that all unborn children will be protected by the law so that they can become the men and women for whom you have intended them.