The March for Life welcomes the news from the Republican National Committee that they will postpone their winter meeting so that members may attend and participate in the March on January 22nd. We are pleased that the Chairman Reince Priebus recognizes the importance of the life issue and has given it priority in the Committee’s calendar. We at March for Life encourage everyone to attend the March to show their support for life, and in particular for adoption, the theme of this year’s event.
In light of the Obama Administration arguing that even Catholic nuns are not religious enough to be granted an exception to their anti-conscience mandate it seems more and more that the solution lies with the U.S. Supreme Court as well as the U.S. Congress. As the cases continue we will continue to highlight some of the plaintiffs fighting for their religious liberty.
Dr. James Dobson provides sound biblical advice on Christian marriages, families and parenting through the ministry of Family Talk’s radio program. To reduce Dr. Dobson to one organization though does him a disservice, as in his work with multiple family organizations he has had more impact on the social conservative movement in the United States than any other leader. In 1977 he founded Focus on the Family and from that perch helped create other organizations such as Alliance Defending Freedom and the Family Research Council. Dr. Dobson and his equally devout wife, Shirley, have two children, Danae and Ryan. Ryan Dobson (born in California in 1970), who graduated from Biola University in La Mirada, California, is a public speaker, specializing on issues relating to youth and the pro-life movement. He was adopted by the Dobsons and is an ardent supporter of adoption, especially adoption of troubled children. Both Dr. Dobson and his son Ryan are featured speakers at the 2014 March for Life.
Without a doubt Dr. Dobson has lived his life adhering to biblical standards, and expected the same from the organizations he was associated with. Dr. James Dobson and his ministry, Family Talk, filed a lawsuit in December 2013 in the U.S. District Court in Denver challenging the Obama administration’s abortion pill mandate. The lawsuit, brought by Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) and Lewis Roca Rothgerber LLP, asks the court to invalidate the requirement that Family Talk cause its third party administrator to provide abortion-inducing drugs and devices to Family Talk employees. From the press release:
“We believe that every human life, from the moment of conception, is sacred and a gift from God, and we cannot cooperate with this immoral mandate without violating our most deeply held religious beliefs,” said Dr. Dobson, Family Talk’s founder and president.
As a Christian ministry, Family Talk’s self-insured health plan excludes coverage of abortion-inducing drugs and devices. If Family Talk does not comply with the mandate’s requirements by May 1, 2014, it will be subject to fines up to $36,500 per employee annually.
“Keep Calm and Carry On” and its many iterations have become ubiquitous across the Internet and our culture. I’ll admit, some of them I don’t really get. Don’t get me wrong, I love cupcakes, but “Keep Calm and Cupcake on?”
We’ve become accustomed to so many different versions, that the origins of “Keep Calm and Carry On” have been diminished. So here’s a quick history lesson – in 1939, leading up to World War II, the slogan was the third in a series of three motivational posters intended to encourage and raise the morale of the British people faced with the threat of looming air attacks on major British cities. The poster reemerged in 2000 when it was discovered in a box of used books bought at an auction by a bookstore owner.
While it may be tempting to throw in the towel with our culture at times, we must redouble our efforts this year in working to protect each and every unborn child and in fostering a culture that embraces life. As we recognize Sanctity of Human Life month, we want to encourage you to “Keep Calm and March for Life.” Participating in the March for Life is one way of making your voice heard. On January 22, whether you are in Washington, D.C. for the March for Life, or supporting the Marchers from home, stay steadfast in your support of life.
You’ll be hearing more from us in the coming months as we seek to inspire, educate, and equip you to make a difference for life in your community. We want you to “march on” from D.C. back to your homes, communities, churches, and schools and make an impact. And don’t forget you can be a positive influence to your friends and family through social media! Be sure to participate in the “Why We March” social media campaign in the next few weeks, and stay tuned for more announcements. And above all, “Keep Calm and March for Life.”
Care Net supports more than 1100 affiliate pregnancy centers across North America. Our affiliate pregnancy centers are faith-based organizations with deep roots in their communities. Each center empowers women and men facing unplanned pregnancies with practical help, emotional support, and information about their pregnancy options.
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Heartbeat International works to inspire and equip Christian communities worldwide to rescue women and couples from abortion through the development of neighborhood pregnancy help centers, maternity homes, and adoption services. These ministries provide life-saving help in a truly life-changing way by assisting women who are at risk for abortion with the life-affirming, practical support they need to choose life, then prepare them to parent or to place for adoption.
Need to locate a pregnancy resource center? Check out OptionLine to find the nearest center.
Human Life Coalition is a compassionate, technology-driven non-profit organization committed to rescuing children and families from abortion. The core focus of Human Life Coalition is to reach at-risk women and men in their deepest time of need and introduce them to local life-affirming organizations where love and information can be shared in a compassionate, nonjudgmental way.
The National Council for Adoption’s iChooseAdoption.org provides resources on adoption and an adoption agency search. The site also is home to many powerful and personal stories of adoption:
Additional Resources:
Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute
Christian Alliance for Orphans
