From: Shawn Carney, 40 Days for Life <shawn@40daysforlife.com>
Date: Sat, Feb 16, 2013 at 5:00 AM
Subject: DAY 4: Russia and abortion
This week marked the beginning of 40 Days for Life vigils in many places. But one particular location
has inspired many.
Five years ago, I couldn't have predicted 40 Days for Life going beyond the United States. But it did!
Even as God has taken this campaign to other countries, I would have never imagined that Moscow
would ever launch 40 Days for Life. But on Wednesday of this week, that's exactly what happened.
The international reach of 40 Days for Life keeps growing, with 24 locations outside the United States
this time, including the first-ever sites in Wales, Nigeria and South Africa in addition to Russia.
There are 261 locations in all. So please follow this link and get involved in the closest campaign:
http://40daysforlife.com/location
Here’s a look at just a few of the countries hosting 40 Days for
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA
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Pastors and their congregations from seven different churches in Moscow have each agreed to take one day
a week to pray at the vigil. They've also opened up their churches for people who wish to pray.
"I see a great grace for this campaign," said Arevik, the campaign coordinator. "I have met a lot of young
and talented persons from my church whom I didn't know before. They are writing about abortion ... and
care about human life."
According to a report released recently, the number of abortions in Russia exceeds the number of births.
"It is so painful to hear from women that had abortions before they met Jesus," Arevik said. "Russia needs to be healed from this spiritual disease."
Please keep this campaign -- and this entire nation -- in your prayers these next 40 days.
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AUSTRALIA
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There are seven 40 Days for Life campaigns in progress in Australia (where it is currently summertime),
stretching from coast to coast. It may be halfway around the world from the United States, but the
problems are the same ... and so are the answers.
"I have been moved by the prayerfulness and commitment of the hundreds of people involved giving witness to Christ's love, with many being young adults," said Bishop Julian Porteous of Sydney, one of many
Australian religious leaders commending the 40 Days for Life mission.
"In light of the rising attacks on life, faith and family," he said, "this loving witness is needed all the more."
The Australian team has produced an excellent video. I really recommend that you take a look! The message applies ... wherever you're praying and fasting for an end to abortion.
To see the video from Australia, go to: http://40daysforlife.com/blog/?p=3926
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CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
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"The first day in Cape Town was exciting and long," said Colette, the local coordinator. "This morning
there were lots of teenagers going to school and taking pamphlets and asking questions. We got a very positive response from the community."
The prayer volunteers did receive a few negative comments, but Colette said it was nothing to worry about.
"We have stood at this abortion centre before," she said, "but what I have noticed today was that the number of clients has declined." On this particular day at the Marie Stopes facility, there were only four clients.
"The clinic got very upset with us and wanted us to move," Colette said, "but we had a permit with us that stated we will be there till 24 March."
To see a photo of the vigil in Cape Town, go to: http://40daysforlife.com/blog/?p=3926
Today's devotional is from Carmen Pate, a member of the 40 Days for Life board of directors.
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DAY 4 INTENTION
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Pray that we each will daily put on the full armor of God, so that we are strong in the Lord and the power of His might.
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SCRIPTURE
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For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.
Therefore, take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having
done all, to stand.
-- Ephesians 6:12-13
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REFLECTION by Carmen Pate, 40 Days for Life
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I am confounded to see how the battle over the issue of life is perceived more often in churches today as
political rather than spiritual.
Ironically, the enemy has used this twisted perception to silence many in the body of Christ.
We must see the battle for what it is and we must daily "put on" the armor God has given us:
>> Gird your waist with Truth (vs. 14) -- Commit your emotions to believe truth and to speak truth, regardless of the repercussions.
>> Put on the breastplate of Righteousness (vs. 14) -- It will protect our hearts -- the innermost springs of our beings -- from all unrighteousness so evident in this fallen world.
>> Shod your feet with the preparation of the Gospel of Peace. (vs. 15) -- Preparation is vital if we are to be effective in God's work.
>> Taking the shield of faith (vs.16) -- The Accuser will instill doubt, fear, and guilt. Faith acts as an invisible shield that deflects such false accusations.
>> Taking the Helmet of salvation (vs.17) -- A helmet protects the head, the brain and in turn our mind and thoughts. Satan hopes we will set aside divine revelation for human reasoning.
>> Taking the sword of the Spirit (vs.17) -- The Word of God, the only offensive weapon in this armor, was used by the Lord Jesus against Satan. The living Word is powerful and effective.
Our armor is complete. We are ready to wage war, and the next verse tells us how, "Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the spirit." (vs.18)
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PRAYER
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Dear Lord, as you lead us into the spiritual battle of abortion may we be reminded that the battle is truly
Yours. Thank you for hearing our requests for direction and protection. Thank you for the victory that is ours because of Your Son Jesus, Amen.
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PRINTABLE DEVOTIONAL
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To download today's devotional as a formatted,
printable PDF to share with friends:
http://40daysforlife.com/docs/spring2013day04print.pdf
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For Life,
Shawn Carney
Campaign Director
40 Days for Life
PS: As always, if you have a story to share about the blessings of 40 Days for Life, please post a reply at
the bottom of today's blog entry at:
http://40daysforlife.com/blog/?p=3926
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Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Fwd: Feb. 18, 2013: News (Operation Rescue) - Candlelight Vigil for Mom/Baby Who Died from Carhart Abortion
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Saturday, February 9, 2013
Fw: Jan 28, 2013: News (40DFL) - Last chance for free audio book, training
From: Shawn Carney, 40 Days for Life <shawn@40daysforlife.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 28, 2013 at 4:00 PM
Subject: TODAY: Last chance for free audio book, training
To:
Dear ,
What a powerful weekend of huge pro-life events in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco! We were blessed to meet so many local 40 Days for Life campaign leaders and participants on the streets and at the two meet-and-greet events. 40 Days for Life also got major coverage on national media outlets.
In the midst of these events, over a thousand additional people bought copies of the new book, "40 Days for Life: Discover What God Has Done ... Imagine What He Can Do" -- and the positive feedback has been unprecedented!
The book is now officially launching at book outlets worldwide, so if you haven't already grabbed your copy, TODAY is the last chance to get an autographed book with the two free bonuses: the unabridged audio book and the complete "Ending Abortion" online training course, which will be sent to you in a few weeks.
You'll only get the bonuses using the links below -- where you also get the book for three dollars less
than Amazon's current price (as I write this email.)
For individual autographed copies, with the bonuses:
http://40daysforlife.com/book
For even better pricing by ordering multiple copies in case lots of 24, with the bonuses, go to:
http://40daysforlife.com/multiplebooks
This excitement all points toward a HUGE 40 Days for Life campaign which kicks off in just over two weeks, from February 13 - March 24.
Later this week, we'll be announcing the full list of participating locations in what will be the largest
spring 40 Days for Life EVER. Prepare to be amazed at how God is spreading 40 Days for Life across North America and around the entire world!
For Life,
Shawn Carney
Campaign Director
40 Days for Life
Date: Mon, Jan 28, 2013 at 4:00 PM
Subject: TODAY: Last chance for free audio book, training
To:
Dear ,
What a powerful weekend of huge pro-life events in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco! We were blessed to meet so many local 40 Days for Life campaign leaders and participants on the streets and at the two meet-and-greet events. 40 Days for Life also got major coverage on national media outlets.
In the midst of these events, over a thousand additional people bought copies of the new book, "40 Days for Life: Discover What God Has Done ... Imagine What He Can Do" -- and the positive feedback has been unprecedented!
The book is now officially launching at book outlets worldwide, so if you haven't already grabbed your copy, TODAY is the last chance to get an autographed book with the two free bonuses: the unabridged audio book and the complete "Ending Abortion" online training course, which will be sent to you in a few weeks.
You'll only get the bonuses using the links below -- where you also get the book for three dollars less
than Amazon's current price (as I write this email.)
For individual autographed copies, with the bonuses:
http://40daysforlife.com/book
For even better pricing by ordering multiple copies in case lots of 24, with the bonuses, go to:
http://40daysforlife.com/multiplebooks
This excitement all points toward a HUGE 40 Days for Life campaign which kicks off in just over two weeks, from February 13 - March 24.
Later this week, we'll be announcing the full list of participating locations in what will be the largest
spring 40 Days for Life EVER. Prepare to be amazed at how God is spreading 40 Days for Life across North America and around the entire world!
For Life,
Shawn Carney
Campaign Director
40 Days for Life
Fwd: Jan 30, 2013: News (40DFL) - Abortion center CLOSES 2 weeks before campaign!
From: Shawn Carney, 40 Days for Life <shawn@40daysforlife.com>
Date: Wed, Jan 30, 2013 at 1:47 PM
Subject: Abortion center CLOSES 2 weeks before campaign!
To:
Dear ,
The largest-ever spring 40 Days for Life campaign starts in two weeks -- and we are thrilled about one location that will NOT have a campaign!
From Wednesday, February 13, through Sunday, March 24, 40-day campaigns of prayer and fasting, peaceful vigil and community outreach will be held in ...
... 261 cities ...
... all across the United States (44 states and the District of Columbia) plus Canada, Australia, England,
Spain, Poland and four NEW countries:
* Nigeria
* South Africa
* Wales
* Russia (right in the heart of MOSCOW!)
Twenty-one of the cities are launching their FIRST-EVER 40 Days for Life campaigns.
This will be the biggest spring campaign in 40 Days for Life history, and YOU can be a part! To see the location closest to you, go to:
http://40daysforlife.com/location
Now for the great news. We were about to announce the launch of campaigns in 262 locations ... but we lost one. Doesn't sound like good news?
Well, the reason there will not be a campaign in that 262nd city -- Lima, Ohio -- is that the local abortion
center shut down this week ... and PERMANENTLY went out of business.
Praise God!
"We called the Capital Care abortion center," said one of the volunteers, "and they said they were 'all done
in Lima' and not taking appointments."
"We were a little skeptical, but we went out to pray," she said. "At the end of the day, one of the abortion
workers started throwing furniture from the abortion center in the dumpster! They were taking boxes out of
the building and putting them in their cars. It was a wonderful sight!"
Faithful Christians have held FOUR 40 Days for Life vigils in front of that abortion center in Lima, Ohio.
"God has heard the prayers of all those who have been praying and witnessing to life," said the volunteer.
This now makes 27 abortion facilities that have gonef out of business following peaceful 40 Days for Life
vigils outside their doors.
To God be the glory!
If you've not taken part in 40 Days for Life before, I hope this shows you what can happen when you put
your trust in God and step forward in faith.
Could YOUR community be next?
Find the 40 Days for Life campaign nearest you and learn how you can help make a life-saving difference
in your own community by going to:
http://40daysforlife.com/location
Look for your nearest location, click on that city's name, and then sign up to help however you can.
Lourdes, I'm excited ... and I'd like to invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let's look
forward to what blessings God has in store!
Yours in Christ,
Shawn Carney
Campaign Director
40 Days for Life
PS: It's not too late to get your brand-new book, "40 Days for Life: Discover What God Has Done ...
Imagine What He Can Do," to read during the upcoming campaign. The 40 short chapters are designed to be read daily, featuring amazing true stories of miracles God has accomplished through 40 Days for Life, along with daily scripture and a prayer. Order now to have it in hand when 40 Days for Life begins on February 13:
http://www.40daysforlife.com/book
Date: Wed, Jan 30, 2013 at 1:47 PM
Subject: Abortion center CLOSES 2 weeks before campaign!
To:
Dear ,
The largest-ever spring 40 Days for Life campaign starts in two weeks -- and we are thrilled about one location that will NOT have a campaign!
From Wednesday, February 13, through Sunday, March 24, 40-day campaigns of prayer and fasting, peaceful vigil and community outreach will be held in ...
... 261 cities ...
... all across the United States (44 states and the District of Columbia) plus Canada, Australia, England,
Spain, Poland and four NEW countries:
* Nigeria
* South Africa
* Wales
* Russia (right in the heart of MOSCOW!)
Twenty-one of the cities are launching their FIRST-EVER 40 Days for Life campaigns.
This will be the biggest spring campaign in 40 Days for Life history, and YOU can be a part! To see the location closest to you, go to:
http://40daysforlife.com/location
Now for the great news. We were about to announce the launch of campaigns in 262 locations ... but we lost one. Doesn't sound like good news?
Well, the reason there will not be a campaign in that 262nd city -- Lima, Ohio -- is that the local abortion
center shut down this week ... and PERMANENTLY went out of business.
Praise God!
"We called the Capital Care abortion center," said one of the volunteers, "and they said they were 'all done
in Lima' and not taking appointments."
"We were a little skeptical, but we went out to pray," she said. "At the end of the day, one of the abortion
workers started throwing furniture from the abortion center in the dumpster! They were taking boxes out of
the building and putting them in their cars. It was a wonderful sight!"
Faithful Christians have held FOUR 40 Days for Life vigils in front of that abortion center in Lima, Ohio.
"God has heard the prayers of all those who have been praying and witnessing to life," said the volunteer.
This now makes 27 abortion facilities that have gonef out of business following peaceful 40 Days for Life
vigils outside their doors.
To God be the glory!
If you've not taken part in 40 Days for Life before, I hope this shows you what can happen when you put
your trust in God and step forward in faith.
Could YOUR community be next?
Find the 40 Days for Life campaign nearest you and learn how you can help make a life-saving difference
in your own community by going to:
http://40daysforlife.com/location
Look for your nearest location, click on that city's name, and then sign up to help however you can.
Lourdes, I'm excited ... and I'd like to invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let's look
forward to what blessings God has in store!
Yours in Christ,
Shawn Carney
Campaign Director
40 Days for Life
PS: It's not too late to get your brand-new book, "40 Days for Life: Discover What God Has Done ...
Imagine What He Can Do," to read during the upcoming campaign. The 40 short chapters are designed to be read daily, featuring amazing true stories of miracles God has accomplished through 40 Days for Life, along with daily scripture and a prayer. Order now to have it in hand when 40 Days for Life begins on February 13:
http://www.40daysforlife.com/book
Fwd: Jan 24, 2013: Event (Defend Life) - 1st of Spring Lecture Tour - Feb. 14-15
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February 14-15, 2013
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Spring Lecture Tour
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by Monsignor Stuart Swetland
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