Jul 30, 2008

U.S. House of Representatives Issues Unprecedented Apology to African-Americans

Teresa Neumann - Jim Abrams - Associated Press - (Jul 29, 2008)

"We face up to our mistakes and apologize as anyone should apologize for things that were done in the past that were wrong."

(Washington, D.C.)—The U.S. House of Representatives has issued an unprecedented apology to black Americans for slavery and Jim Crow segregation laws. It reportedly says that Africans forced into slavery "were brutalized, humiliated, dehumanized and subjected to the indignity of being stripped of their names and heritage."

Trees frame the CapitolToday represents a milestone in our nation's efforts to remedy the ills of our past," said Rep. Carolyn Cheeks, chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus. (Photo: AP)

"Slavery and Jim Crow are stains upon what is the greatest nation on the face of the earth," said lawmaker Steve Cohen. Part of forming a more perfect union, "is such a resolution as we have before us today where we face up to our mistakes and apologize as anyone should apologize for things that were done in the past that were wrong....(more)




Read "another milestone" on the blog of Matt Lockett.
The Senate passed a Native American Apology (authored
by Senator Sam Brownback) in February of this year... These two apologies are Big! They are two of our nations, 3 major "bloodguilts" of the killing of innocents that have fueled the demonic in this nation.
I wonder how long b4 the official apology for unjust abortion
laws??? What a day that will be!!! ~Glenn
The document above is the Brainerd Covenant and signatures of those of TheCauseUSA who intercessed & entered into this covenant on behalf of injustice toward First peoples. The covenant is on display at JHOP DC.

Jul 28, 2008

Great News...Celebrate by praying through!!!

South Dakota Remains First Abortion-Free State after Planned Parenthood Abortionists Refuse to Work

Heroic efforts of pro-lifers have turned the dream of an abortion-free state into reality.

(Sioux Falls, SD)—On Monday, July 21, eight women arrived at the Planned Parenthood office in Sioux Falls abortions but were instead met with locked doors and a hand-written note indicating the only abortion clinic in South Dakota was closed.

Planned Parenthood remains closed for abortions after their abortionists, who are flown in from other states, refused to work under the new law that went into effect last Friday. The law orders abortionists to inform patients of the humanity of their babies and that the procedure could affect their mental health two hours before the abortion can be done. The law also provides that abortionists can be sued if they do not comply.

This law was the brain-child of attorney Harold Cassidy and passed with the help of determined pro- life leaders Dr. Alan and Leslee Unruh, who pushed for the regulation in the face of opposition even from those in the pro-life movement. The Eighth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals cleared the way for the law's enactment last week.

It remains unclear if the Planned Parenthood office has permanently ceased the practice of abortion. However, several women who were scheduled for abortions this week went to a pro-life center instead where some have reportedly changed their minds about having abortions.

"The closing of this clinic is historic in that South Dakota is, for the time being, the first abortion-free state," said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman. "It didn't take the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and it didn't take a new President or a new Supreme Court. It took the courageous determination of pro-life heroes like Mr. Cassidy and the Unruhs who saw an opportunity to save lives and pressed on until their dream became victory."

"We applaud their efforts and encourage other states to emulate their campaign," said Newman.

The Unruhs are currently involved in the Vote Yes For Life Campaign, which would effectively ban abortions in South Dakota, putting the finishing nail in the coffin of the abortion industry there.

For the text of the new law and links to the court decision can be found here.

Article thanks to Breaking Christian News!

Here are a few comments from Matt Lockett
Executive Director of Bound4Life Intl.

Two of our intercessors from the local chapter in Sioux Falls were in front of Planned Parenthood early to pray that morning. There was no one else there except the two of them. At about 8:15 AM the first abortion appointment arrived, but the front door remained locked. There was a note on the door that read "We will be closing at 3:00 pm on Monday, July 21, 2008."

The young lady then walked out to the sidewalk and asked our chapter leader when the clinic would be open. There was an emotional conversation as our chapter leader pleaded with the young woman to not have an abortion. Five appointments came and went during their Silent Siege, and all of them were forced to leave since the clinic never opened that day... regardless of the fact that there were two employee cars in the parking lot.

I wanted to give you all a rundown of the facts so you can better process what is being reported in the media. Some are reporting that the doctors are protesting the law... that is speculation. Some are reporting that the lawyers are holding things up while they seek a way to sidestep the law. That too is a speculation; albeit a likely one. Some are calling South Dakota "abortion free." That's a wildly inaccurate statement at this point.

My point is this: when everyone is busy doing other things, our job is to continue praying. I thank God that when things were cooking Monday morning, a small team of intercessors (only 2!) was there to pray. In fact, none of the current media coverage would have existed had not two Bound4LIFEers been on-site praying. Nobody else was there. It can be very damaging in the grand scheme of things if the reports of an "abortion free" state cause us to stop praying long enough for a premature victory lap. Now is NOT the time to stop praying. Now is the time to press in. Be encouraged by what is transpiring, but do not let it take you off the line. HOLD THIS LINE AT ALL COSTS! The goal of a siege is to cut off the lines of supply and cause the city to fall. In this case, it could be that the supply line of doctors is being cut off. Pray that that's true.

Thankful and determined,
Matt Lockett
Executive Director
Bound4LIFE Intl.

More on the Law from VOICES CARRY blog



Jul 22, 2008

Planned Parenthood fails to open doors in South Dakota





worldnetdaily.com —
'I think they cannot figure out a way not to comply with law' - A state law that requires abortionists to inform women – before an abortion – that the procedure "will terminate the life of a whole, separate, unique, living human being" apparently has done what no other pro-life protest has been able to accomplish – the closure of Planned Parenthood.

The law took effect because the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently overturned an injunction that had stopped its implementation.

It was a 7-4 ruling that lifted the injunction against the South Dakota informed consent abortion law. Attorneys representing the Alliance Defense Fund filed a friend-of-the-court brief on behalf of the Family Research Council in defense of the law.

The court said U.S. Supreme Court rulings allow a state to "use its regulatory authority to require a physician to provide truthful, non-misleading information relevant to a patient's decision to have an abortion, even if that information might also encourage the patient to choose childbirth over abortion."

Thanks to
WorldNetDaily for excerpts of this fantastic & informative news!
Click on icon to see the article in full!



Jul 20, 2008

BY FAITH...

WE UNDERSTAND THAT THE WORLDS [gr. AEONES (specific allotted periods of time)]
WERE FRAMED BY THE WORD OF GOD...

(OR) BY A WORD FROM GOD!




HEAR GOD!


BE A HISTORY MAKER!

CHANGE HISTORY!

FULFILL WHAT GOD CALLED YOU FOR!

Jul 19, 2008

Jesse Engle Video ThumbVideo - Jesse Engle - A Call to the Youth
Jesse Engle shares his personal testimony of God calling him at the age of 12 to live the Nazirite lifestyle of whole-heartedness, passion, and no compromise. He encourages young people to rise up and tithe their teenage years to the Lord.
Click Here to View the Video.

Human Life Amendment Signatures Certified – Historic Amendment Officially on November's Ballot


The term "Person" or "Persons" shall include any human from the time of fertilization.


Colorado for Equal Rights Personhood Amendment from Personhood USA on Vimeo.

Denver, Colorado – May 29, 2008 – For the first time in US history, the issue of personhood will be decided in the public forum by a constitutional amendment. Colorado for Equal Rights has been notified by the Colorado Secretary of State's Office that enough valid signatures were submitted to put the Every Human is a Person amendment on the November 2008 ballot.

The Secretary of State's Office's random sampling indicated that there were 103,377 valid signatures, surpassing the 76,047 valid signatures that were required.

"The people of Colorado have spoken, the Secretary of State's Office has certified our signatures, and our equal rights amendment will be on November's ballot," stated Kristi Burton, initiative sponsor. "All humans should be protected by love and by law, and this amendment is a historic effort to ensure equal rights for every person."


Jul 15, 2008

Rep. Smith, Did you say $335,000,000?

Mr. Smith, Did you say 290,000 unborn children a year are killed by America's largest abortion provider who receives... Did you say $335,000,000 (of our taxpayer Title X monies?)

Thank you Rep. Smith of NJ for speaking on behalf of the unborn! ~ Glenn



This is what Representative Chris Smith, who organized the Special Order, said in his speech Wednesday night:

"Can we trust Planned Parenthood? They say their vision is to be the Nation's most trusted provider of sexual and reproductive health care. This is from an organization that targets minorities, that performs millions of abortions and barely even attempts to help women carry the babies to term. Reproductive health should include, not exclude, babies."
Even if the U.S. should pay for family planning, why should we subsidize the abortion industry?

This debate is not about family planning, it's about using abortion as a means of population control.

article thanks to
W: frcaction.org

Jul 14, 2008

Nature's Miracle Substance: Umbilical Cord Blood

by Aimee Herd (July 12, 2008
Source: John Mckenzie, Lenny Bourin – ABC News

It does not involve the killing of human embryos, and it has been used to treat over 60 diseases, including Leukemia, Sickle Cell Anemia and blood cancers. Umbilical cord blood contains wonder-working stem cells. But all too often this "miracle substance" is simply disposed of.

Cord bloodAccording to Dr. Elizabeth Shpall, head of the M.D. Anderson Cord Blood Bank, it is still a "vast majority" of women who do not realize what they are allowing to be thrown away when they don't allocate their newborn's umbilical cord blood to be donated.

Yet, this wonderfully stem-cell-rich substance has been used to successfully treat so many diseases. (Photo: ABC News)

Many pregnant women are simply not aware of the medical value and the opportunity for treatments that can come from donating the cord blood when their baby is born.

The fact is, umbilical cord blood could be the perfect, ethical alternative to using embryonic stem cells (which haven't really worked in trials anyway). Cord blood does not involve the killing of human embryos, and it has been used to treat over 60 diseases, including Leukemia, Sickle Cell Anemia and blood cancers. Umbilical cord blood contains wonder-working stem cells. But all too often this amazing substance is simply disposed of.

Calling cord blood a "medical miracle," Dr. Robert Jones, head of the New York Blood Center, noted that cord blood "has the same kinds of stem cells that are in bone marrow and can, in fact, substitute for bone marrow…for a patient who needs a bone marrow transplant."

According to the ABC News report, "As many as 10-thousand Americans each year could benefit from donated cord blood, but there is such a shortage that many will die waiting."

To learn more about donating umbilical cord blood, and its benefits, CLICK HERE, or follow the source link provided.

Thanks to Breaking Christian News for this article!


Jul 12, 2008

Download Lou Engle's Message "For Such a Time as This"

Lou recently spoke at IHOP's Fascinate '08 Conference where he called for a generation to live "For Such a Time as This."

He shares the timely message of Esther calling for those who will live to see justice for the unborn in America.

Leading up to TheCall DC, this message paves the way to the Mall where thousands will cry out for God's mercy.

Click Here to Listen! To download the message to your computer,
right click here and click "Save Link as..." or "Save target as..."

Jul 7, 2008

RED EYE from CT to TheCall DC

This is how my family & I are getting there. What a great deal & we can sleep b4 & after the event. Why not join us! ~Glenn
August 16, 2008
Departure:
From Gateway - 4AM Sharp
Departure: From DC - 11PM Sharp (arrive at Gateway at 5AM on the 17th)
Cost: $90 per person;
Groups of 6 or more: $85 per person
What to Bring: Water, snacks, sunscreen
Space is limited!
Visit www.gateway-fellowship.org to register
online or call 203-934-0880

Jul 2, 2008

You are NOT TOO YOUNG!!

Amendment Takes on Life of Its Own

A young pro-life activist is giving the state's pro-lifers a reason to hope. Kristi Burton, an energetic 20-year-old Coloradan, didn't let her age stand in the way of launching a statewide "personhood" campaign. Last week, her efforts were rewarded on a ballot initiative that would define human beings as "persons" from the moment of conception.

Additional Resources
Unborn Personhood Amendment Makes Colorado Ballot

Article thanks to W: frc.org: edited by B4LVT to fit.