Yet today we observe the 11th anniversary of the disastrous U.S. Supreme Court decision which removed from the unborn any protection of the law and which has resulted in millions of abortions in this country every year. It is one example, however a most grievous example, of the disregard which has developed in our society for the sanctity and dignity of human life. The dignity and sanctity of human life is threatened in many ways in our world today. Mercy killing of the aged or helpless, nuclear warfare, and capital punishment are ways in which we can reject that sanctity. But in America abortion occupies an ignominious place,for it deliberately destroys innocent life, is practiced every day, has the approval of the highest court of our land, and is defended by leaders of many sectors of our society.
Hopeful signs exist however.
Most parishes in the state have pro-life or respect life committees engaged in this work. WEBA is a support group for such women, and a strong advocate for both pregnant women and unborn children. An increasing number of religious denominations are taking part in these activities.