40 Days for Life is a community-based campaign that
takes a determined, peaceful approach to show the consequences of abortion in
our own neighborhoods, our own friends and families, by drawing attention to
the evils of abortion through: prayer/fasting,
constant vigil and community outreach.
The mission: to turn hearts and
minds from a culture of death to a culture of life. The campaign tracks
Biblical history where God used 40-day periods to transform individuals,
communities, the entire world. From Noah
in the flood, to Moses on the mountain, to the disciples after Christ’s
resurrection, it is clear that God sees the transformative value of His people
accepting and meeting a 40-day challenge.
When
people think of the abortion issue, they think of confrontation, and we must
change that. Instead of confrontation, seek conversation—and ultimately conversion.
The pro-life message is one of hope and love. We are called to share that
message and present it in a spirit of peace.
As Christians, we turn to Christ as our model. The Gospel stories of the
woman caught in adultery (Jn. 8) and the Samaritan woman at the well (Jn. 4)
are just two examples of how Christ demonstrated love and compassion towards
those he encountered. He did not back away from proclaiming the truth, but he
was not harsh or hateful in presenting it. We are called to imitate Christ; to
allow God to work through us to touch the hearts of those around us – to be the
instruments through which He can spread His message – of love, not hate.
