TRIGGER WARNING
(If you are unable to read anything about abortion (pro or con) without becoming uncontrollably emotional, please don’t read further.)
It is hard to imagine a more divisive issue in America today than abortion. And it will soon get a lot more attention.
862,300 = the estimated number of U.S. abortions in 2017, according to the Guttmacher Institute.
62,502,904 = the estimated number U.S. abortions since Roe v. Wade was decided, according to CDC data (which may exclude some abortion data from California and 2 other states.)
On December 1, 2021, the United States Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Woman’s Health Organization which might overturn, amend, or re-affirm, the key abortion decisions Roe v. Wade and Casey v. Planned Parenthood.
Immediately after the Supreme Court hears the Dobbs oral arguments on 12-1-21, Stewardship Calling Live on Ancient Faith Radio will discuss this critical topic from an Orthodox Christian perspective.
Everyone certainly has their own opinion. However, the Orthodox Church has clear theology and there is also plenty of misinformation about the legal issues. More importantly, there are ministries you and your parish can embrace to help women deal with complex decisions they face.
Fr. Barnabas Powell of Faith Encouraged Ministries and Sts. Raphael, Nicholas & Irene will discuss Orthodox theology. I will attempt to summarize the law. Paula Kappos of Zoe For Life will share the nonjudgmental, confidential support, and education they provide for unplanned pregnancies. Emily Wilkinson of Orthodox Christians for Life will share what you and your parish can do to strengthen your commitment to the sacredness of life.
Tune into Stewardship Calling Live internet radio call-in program on Ancient Faith Radio on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 starting at 8:00 p.m. Eastern (7 Central; 6 Mountain; 5 Pacific). Tune in at: https://www.ancientfaith.com/radio/live.
Here is a flyer you can share about this program with those who may be interested: ABORTION on Stewardship Calling Live on Ancient Faith Radio.
Respectful calls will be accepted at: 1-855-AFRADIO (1-855-237-2346).