There is a national movement that have asked us to pray in unity to end abortion in the United States. For the 40 days of Lent they ask us to fast and pray, participate in a peaceful protest against abortion, and taking the message of pro-life into the community, especially in our own churches and communities. The national website is: http://www.40daysforlife.com/about.cfm.
Catholic Social Services in Charlotte and the Pastoral Center of the Diocese of Charlotte have committed to holding a vigil on March 27, 2009 at the Preferred Women’s Health Center, 3220 Latrobe Dr., Charlotte, NC 28211. For more information you can contact Geri King at Catholic Social Services.