Bells for Babies

To the editor:
    “Bells for Babies” is a national public remembrance for the 50,000,000 babies who have died in the United States over the past 37 years through surgical abortions. At noon on Friday, Jan. 22, all churches in the area are encouraged to ring their bells 50 times, one for each million babies whose lives have ended. 

    On this day, prayers are encouraged for families to hold together in God’s love and discipline. May the love of God, our Creator of life and love for our fellow man, especially our families, the sick, the elderly, our enemies and others, prevail. May the virtues of charity and chastity prevail! May the sins of selfishness, violence, wars, perversion of human sexuality, unforgiveness, the rejection of spouses and children, unborn or born, cease.
    Anyone anywhere is encouraged to join in prayer, at home, on the road, at work, in school, at church and other places for Jesus’ love, forgiveness, mercy and peace in individuals, families, communities, nations and among nations.
    “Bells for Babies” is encouraged by the Daughters of Isabella, Mary Magdalene Circle No. 639. January 22nd is the 37th anniversary of legalized abortions. St. Mary’s Church of Presque Isle, Maine will ring the bells at noon. The “Angelus” and other prayers will be recited in the church. All are welcome.