Care Net responds to Wisconsin attack
Following a recent attempt by pro-abortion, anti-religion forces to harm the reputation of pregnancy care centers in the state, Care Net President Melinda Delahoyde sent a letter to Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker. The Freedom From Religion Foundation had accused Care Net of foisting a "rabid evangelical Christian agenda" on clients, and of being "hostile to nonbelievers, non-Christians, and non-evangelicals."
Abortion-Rights Group Faults Republican Presidential Field
Abortion-Rights Group Faults Republican Presidential Field : Shots - Health Blog : NPR: This will come as no surprise, but the abortion-rights group NARAL Pro-Choice America says that none of the declared Republican candidates for president — nor any of those thought to be waiting in the wings — would pass muster with voters who support a woman's right to choose. 'They're all equally unacceptable,' said Donna Crane, the group's policy director, at a briefing to release a thick briefing book detailing the reproductive-health records of a dozen Republicans who are or could be running to challenge President Obama in 2012.
Sex Trafficking in Michigan?
Alternatives of Kalamazoo: Sex Trafficking in Michigan?: Yep. How about right in your backyard? The reality is that happens right in Kalamazoo. So what do you know about sex trafficking?
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$.35 each, plus shipping. Proceeds will fund the Amazing Grace Maternity Home of Metro Women's Center in Crystal, MN.
Paperwork Mistake Costs Ohio Planned Parenthood $5 Million
Paperwork Mistake Costs Ohio Planned Parenthood $5 Million | LifeNews.com: Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region lost $5.05 million in federal and state grants that it could have received over the next five years, according to the Dayton Daily News. The abortion business tells the newspaper it will now have to start charging people for non-abortion services, rather than cutting out abortions and providing them at no cost.
Laurie Housemeyer, director of public affairs for Planned Parenthood, told the News that the taxpayer funding represented 12 percent of its annual budget, but it was notified this month that its improper application cost it funds. A state health department official said the application received a low score because it was incomplete.
Laurie Housemeyer, director of public affairs for Planned Parenthood, told the News that the taxpayer funding represented 12 percent of its annual budget, but it was notified this month that its improper application cost it funds. A state health department official said the application received a low score because it was incomplete.
Abortuary, med school's 'unholy' alliance
Abortuary, med school's 'unholy' alliance (OneNewsNow.com): According to The Family Foundation president Victoria Cobb, an interesting development surfaced in a recent hearing, when her group learned about the ongoing relationship between Eastern Virginia Medical School and Planned Parenthood of Tidewater.
Planned Parenthood Abortionist Loses License
Planned Parenthood Abortion Practitioner Loses Medical License | LifeNews.com: Jesse James Joplin has worked for the Planned Parenthood abortion business for 27 years, but the California Catholic Daily indicates the Medical Board issued an “interim suspension order” July 25 making it so his days as a “supervising physician” at Planned Parenthood-Mar Monte in San Jose may be over.
Months ago, the state medical board cracked down on Joplin over a series of alcohol-related convictions over the last few years — starting with a California Highway Patrol officer finding marijuana and alcohol in his vehicle during a 2007 traffic stop for speeding.
Months ago, the state medical board cracked down on Joplin over a series of alcohol-related convictions over the last few years — starting with a California Highway Patrol officer finding marijuana and alcohol in his vehicle during a 2007 traffic stop for speeding.
Editor: What a name for a ruthless killer! According to another article, he's Planned Parenthood's top-paid abortionist!
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Carhart Caught Lying in ‘Washington Post’ Front Page Article
Late-term Abortion Provider Caught Lying in ‘Washington Post’ Front Page News Article :Operation Rescue: Recently, the Washington Post said, “All the late-term abortions Carhart has done in Germantown have involved fetuses with anomalies.” In fact, of the over 25 mothers Dr. Grace Morrison has talked to seeking late-term abortions at Carhart’s clinic, only one was there because of a poor prenatal diagnosis.
Keeping EWYL Up-to-Date
New updates available: When Heritage House finds anything that needs changed in the EWYL curriculum "we will upload a copy to our website so you can print that page and update your full-set. This will ensure you have the most up-to-date information for your clients."
Minnesota's abortion rate drops to potential record low
Minnesota's abortion rate drops to potential record low - TwinCities.com: The number of abortions performed in Minnesota fell again in 2010, dropping the state's procedure rate to what could be an all-time low. There were 11,505 abortions in the state during 2010 - a decline of 7 percent from the 12,388 performed during 2009, according to a report released Tuesday by the Minnesota Department of Health.
It was the fourth consecutive decline in annual totals since the recent peak of 14,065 abortions in 2006, and it sent the abortion rate to 10.1 procedures per 1,000 women ages 15-44. Meanwhile, Planned Parenthood's abortion numbers in the state go up! Something's out of whack.
It was the fourth consecutive decline in annual totals since the recent peak of 14,065 abortions in 2006, and it sent the abortion rate to 10.1 procedures per 1,000 women ages 15-44. Meanwhile, Planned Parenthood's abortion numbers in the state go up! Something's out of whack.
What passes for parenting
Teaching Teenagers About the Joy of Sex - NYTimes.com: I thought, “If this has to happen, she is doing this right, and this is the right boy.” But does it have to happen so soon? Does it have to happen now?
Editor: Uh, no! It doesn't! Think how much better you would feel if she waited until her wedding day.
Related: The sleepover question
Related: The sleepover question
Scientific Advances on Contraceptive for Men
Scientific Advances on Contraceptive for Men - NYTimes.com: Male contraceptives are attracting growing interest from scientists, who believe they hold promise for being safe, effective and, also important, reversible.
No More Bad Surprises as Tiny Preemies Reach Teens
No More Bad Surprises as Tiny Preemies Reach Teens - FoxNews.com: Although extremely small preemies are plagued by many health problems, a new study shows they have no more chronic ailments in store when they hit their teens.
Nebraska Abortions Down 10% Thanks to Fetal Pain Abortion Ban
Nebraska Abortions Down 10% Thanks to Fetal Pain Abortion Ban | LifeNews.com: Nebraska Right to Life thinks this ten percent decline is a result of the ban on late abortions. The ban prompted late-term abortion practitioner LeRoy Carhart to largely abandon his Nebraska abortion business and move to Maryland, where he is doing abortions in Germantown, a suburb of the nation’s capital.
“While we will need to see from DHHS the numbers of abortions done in Lancaster, Douglas and Sarpy Counties for those months in each year; it is clear that LeRoy Carhart taking his late term abortion business to Maryland probably has a lot to do with this ten percent decline in abortions in Nebraska,” Julie Schmit-Albin, the executive director of Nebraska Right to Life, told LifeNews. “Legislation does save lives and Carhart admitted when LB 1103 was enacted last fall that he would be forced by the law to do late term abortions out of the State. He is now spending a significant amount of time in Germantown, Maryland doing late term abortions.”
“While we will need to see from DHHS the numbers of abortions done in Lancaster, Douglas and Sarpy Counties for those months in each year; it is clear that LeRoy Carhart taking his late term abortion business to Maryland probably has a lot to do with this ten percent decline in abortions in Nebraska,” Julie Schmit-Albin, the executive director of Nebraska Right to Life, told LifeNews. “Legislation does save lives and Carhart admitted when LB 1103 was enacted last fall that he would be forced by the law to do late term abortions out of the State. He is now spending a significant amount of time in Germantown, Maryland doing late term abortions.”
PP and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of NYC
Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention and Services - Planned Parenthood - New York City: The Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention and Services Program, supported by the New York State Department of Health, is an umbrella that encompasses a number of programs in the South Bronx that are addressing teen pregnancy: Planned Parenthood of New York City with Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City, Federation Employment and Guidance Service, and Morris Heights Health Center in a collaborative effort to provide education, case management, referrals, and mentoring to at-risk, pregnant, and parenting adolescents up to the age of 21.
2011 COUNSELOR TRAINING DVDs
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- The Pill and It's Effects: A Tape For Center Counselors
- Our Bodies Wonderfully Made: A Tape For Center Clients
- The Teen Brain Under Construction
- Helping the Male Decide For Abstinence
Grand jury’s secret agreement “political corruption at its worst”
Grand jury’s secret agreement re: Phill Kline hearing called “political corruption at its worst” | LifeSiteNews.com: “Planned Parenthood was supposed to be under investigation by this grand jury for alleged criminal activity. It is incomprehensible that they would enter into an agreement with the object of their investigation that would essentially make it impossible for anyone to prosecute. This isn’t just wrong, it’s political corruption at its worst,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman.
Planned Parenthood Hiding Plans for Late Abortions in Virginia Beach
Planned Parenthood Hiding Plans for Late Abortions in Virginia Beach | LifeNews.com: The Virginia Department of Health held an Informal Fact Finding Conference on Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Virginia’s Certificate of Public Need application to expand their Virginia Beach center to include two operating rooms. This hearing comes on the heels of the Department’s initial denial of Planned Parenthood’s request. The issue of the expansion has been the subject of media attention since The Virginian-Pilot uncovered ties between people involved with the center and Dr. Steven Brigham.
Study Claims Telemed Abortions Safe, Despite Deaths
Study Claims Telemed Abortions Safe for Women Despite Deaths | LifeNews.com: A new study conducted by a pro-abortion research group based in California claims the use of telemed abortions — giving women the abortion drug without physician supervision — is safe. But pro-life advocates say that’s not the case.
Daniel Grossman, an assistant clinical professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco and an associate with Ibis Reproductive Health, conducted the study. He says three-fourths of the women in the study who decided to obtain the abortion drug via a Skype connection with a physician rather than after an in-person consultation, preferred not having the doctor in the room.
The study claimed 94 percent of the women who took the abortion drug with the telemedicine process were “very satisfied” and the study claims women had no more side effects or complications from the abortion dug who used the computer process than those who got the drug in person. However, 25 percent of the women using the webcam process said they would have preferred to see the abortion practitioner in person.
Daniel Grossman, an assistant clinical professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco and an associate with Ibis Reproductive Health, conducted the study. He says three-fourths of the women in the study who decided to obtain the abortion drug via a Skype connection with a physician rather than after an in-person consultation, preferred not having the doctor in the room.
The study claimed 94 percent of the women who took the abortion drug with the telemedicine process were “very satisfied” and the study claims women had no more side effects or complications from the abortion dug who used the computer process than those who got the drug in person. However, 25 percent of the women using the webcam process said they would have preferred to see the abortion practitioner in person.
Pro-Abortion Political Persecution at Heart of Kline’s Ethics Case
Pro-Abortion Political Persecution at Heart of Kline’s Ethics Case :Operation Rescue: Disciplinary Administrator Stan Hazlett chastised Kline for investigating Planned Parenthood of Overland Park and George Tiller’s late-term abortion business in Wichita, claiming he was disqualified to do so because of his strongly held pro-life beliefs. He recommended disbarment for Kline.
Kline gave his own closing arguments lasting two hours in which he told the panel that his prime concern was for the welfare of children in Kansas whose sexual abuse was not being reported by abortion clinics.
Kline gave his own closing arguments lasting two hours in which he told the panel that his prime concern was for the welfare of children in Kansas whose sexual abuse was not being reported by abortion clinics.
Posttraumatic stress disorder linked to smaller birth weight and shorter gestation
Posttraumatic stress disorder linked to smaller birth weight and shorter gestation - News - BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Women with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are more likely to have smaller babies and deliver prematurely, suggests new research from the University of Michigan, published today in the British Journal of Ob/Gyn.
The findings also found a strong link between low birth weight and shorter gestation to mothers with PTSD who suffered abuse in childhood. PTSD is prevalent among women and can occur following traumatic events such as war, disaster, childhood maltreatment, rape and battering. Women with low sociodemographic status tend to have higher rates of PTSD in pregnancy, as do African American women.
The findings also found a strong link between low birth weight and shorter gestation to mothers with PTSD who suffered abuse in childhood. PTSD is prevalent among women and can occur following traumatic events such as war, disaster, childhood maltreatment, rape and battering. Women with low sociodemographic status tend to have higher rates of PTSD in pregnancy, as do African American women.
Editor: Question is, is it a previous abortion that's causing the PTSD that's causing the preterm delivery?
Related: AAPLOG article on abortion and mental health
Related: AAPLOG article on abortion and mental health
Madison physician faced down late term abortion at her surgical center
Monday Update - Pro-Life Wisconsin: Dr. Nancy Fredricks, who stood up for life and for medical integrity in the face of the behemoth pro-abortion forces inside the University of Wisconsin’s medical entities. UW leaders had been engaging in clandestine maneuverings with Planned Parenthood and they were on the verge of strong-arming a late-second trimester abortion business into the heart of Nancy’s quiet workplace, the Madison Surgery Center. Video
Time is short. Fear pushes women toward abortion
Care Net | Time is short as more fear tactics push more women toward abortion: 11 days. That’s the average window of time we have to reach a woman from the moment she discovers she’s pregnant until her baby is aborted. Unfortunately, and too quickly, fear often drives women to their nearest abortion clinic.
Do not reject His righteousness
The Daily Spurgeon: Do not reject His righteousness: "The gospel is for sinners who cannot keep the law for themselves, who have broken it, and incurred its penalty, who know that they have done so, and confess it. For such, a living Savior has come that he may blot out their transgressions.
"Seek not salvation by the works of the law, for by them shall no flesh living be justified. By the law is the knowledge of sin, and nothing more, but righteousness, peace, life, salvation, come by faith in the living Lord Jesus Christ, and by no other means."
Men Should Be Allowed to Veto Abortions
Men Should Be Allowed to Veto Abortions - FoxNews.com: "Giving would-be fathers a lack of veto power over abortions is connected psychologically to the epidemic of absentee fathers in this country. We can’t, on the one hand, be credible in bemoaning the number of single mothers raising their children, while, on the other hand, giving men the clear message that bringing new lives to the planet is the exclusive domain, and under the exclusive control, of women.
"Whether stated or not, the underlying message of withholding from men their proper rights to father the children they create is that they are not proper custodians, nor properly responsible, for their children.
"The notion that there is no emotional injury done men by depriving them of decision-making power as to whether the children they father are aborted is naïve.
"Just in my own practice of psychiatry, I have listened to dozens of men express lingering, sometimes intense, pain over abortions that proceeded either without their consent, or without them having spoken up about their desires to bring their children to term and parent them."
"Whether stated or not, the underlying message of withholding from men their proper rights to father the children they create is that they are not proper custodians, nor properly responsible, for their children.
"The notion that there is no emotional injury done men by depriving them of decision-making power as to whether the children they father are aborted is naïve.
"Just in my own practice of psychiatry, I have listened to dozens of men express lingering, sometimes intense, pain over abortions that proceeded either without their consent, or without them having spoken up about their desires to bring their children to term and parent them."
Negro Project 2.0: Margaret Sanger's Abortion Legacy Lives On
Negro Project 2.0: Margaret Sanger's Abortion Legacy Lives On | LifeNews.com: Last week’s NPR interview on “Tell Me More” really should be called “Tell Me Less.” Their heavy editing of only The Radiance Foundation’s perspective, while preserving every word spoken by Reverend Carlton Veazey, revealed NPR’s typical liberal bias and uninformed defense of Planned Parenthood. The Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice CEO’s closing remarks (nearly two minutes versus mine which were cut down to 15 seconds) were just a continuation of pro-abortion histrionics by the historically challenged.
Siblings of People Dying in Abortions Suffer Depression
Siblings of People Dying in Abortions Suffer Depression | LifeNews.com: Knowledge of the signs and symptoms of people suffering the effects of being alive when a sibling was aborted is vitally important to physicians and politicians. The resulting syndrome is so deeply damaging and difficult to treat it can help explain many psychiatric and medical illnesses. PASS affects such a large numbers of people, it helps explain voting and economic trends.
Puff piece on late-term abortionist Carhart
Neb. doctor who performs abortions in Md. talks about security concerns, future of clinic - The Washington Post: LeRoy Carhart travels from his home in Nebraska almost every week to perform abortions at a clinic in Germantown, Md. He rarely stays at the same hotel twice. He rolls dice to pick the route he’ll take to work, because “the biggest part of security is not being predictable,” he said. He is one of the few doctors in the nation who openly acknowledge performing abortions late in a pregnancy, and wants to expand his services.
Five Texas abortionists face hearings
Five Texas abortionists face hearings after investigation reveals violations | LifeSiteNews.com: Abortionists Margaret Kini, Alan Molson, Robert L. Prince, Douglas Karpen, and H. Brook Randal, are facing the charges based on complaints made by Operation Rescue after a three-month investigation into Texas abortion clinics. They are scheduled for Informational Settlement Conferences on October 28, 2011, where they must answer to allegations.
Finding Fundraising Software
Finding Fundraising Software Nonprofit | Capacity building - Information and resources | How to / Guide | IdeaEncore Network: Finding the right fundraising software solution can be a daunting task. This document will help you ensure that you are taking the right steps to find the best fit for your organization's needs.
Performance Assessment: Setting the Stage for an Effective Process
Engaging employees in a thoughtful performance assessment process can help boost an organization’s employee engagement, motivation, and retention rates. It also can help align individual behavior more closely with the nonprofit’s mission, creating a better work environment and a stronger organization. For some nonprofits, it can even be a tool that helps them identify and develop future leaders. Yet few nonprofits appear to make the most of the performance assessment process. Bridgestar
2010 Advanced Training Institute
ECNS Product Page - 2010 Advanced Training Institute Online Catalog Abstinence counseling and more. Conference CDs and DVDs now available.
Abortion Biz in California Closes After 40 Days for Life
Abortion Biz in California Closes After 40 Days for Life | LifeNews.com: The abortion facility in La Puente — a suburb in East L.A. where five 40 Days for Life campaigns have been conducted — has just closed its doors and gone out of business.
Obama admin threatens second state for defunding Planned Parenthood
Obama admin threatens second state for defunding Planned Parenthood | LifeSiteNews.com: A state health official told New Hampshire Public Radio Wednesday that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services had warned his office that New Hampshire’s defunding effort may have broken federal rules by depriving state Medicaid recipients of a qualified provider.
Exclusive Perspective: Sealed Court Records Show Pattern of Illegal, Third-World Abortion Practices In FL Malpractice Case
Exclusive Perspective: Sealed Court Records Show Pattern of Illegal, Third-World Abortion Practices In FL Malpractice Case :Operation Rescue: Yesterday, Operation Rescue obtained two amended complaints in the case that finally concluded last week. Court authorities told Operation Rescue that the case had generated 16 volumes of documents, which were all sealed by the court. However, at the direction of Operation Rescue, one pro-life activist was able to procure the rare documents through an open records request.
The documents reveal an almost typical abortion malpractice case of the kind that has occurred by the thousands over the years. What is extraordinary about this is that the aborted baby survived to sue her abortionist for a crippling monetary judgment. Most of these cases are settled out of court for undisclosed amounts of money, then sealed so the public never knows the truth about the dangers of abortion or the shoddy skills of abortion suppliers in America.
The documents reveal an almost typical abortion malpractice case of the kind that has occurred by the thousands over the years. What is extraordinary about this is that the aborted baby survived to sue her abortionist for a crippling monetary judgment. Most of these cases are settled out of court for undisclosed amounts of money, then sealed so the public never knows the truth about the dangers of abortion or the shoddy skills of abortion suppliers in America.
Abortionist admits babies sometimes born alive and left ‘wiggling around in the toilet’
Abortionist admits: babies sometimes born alive and left ‘wiggling around in the toilet’ | LifeSiteNews.com: During court proceedings against a well-known Florida abortionist, a fellow abortionist reportedly admitted that some aborted children are delivered alive and left “wiggling around in the toilet,” where they are allowed to die.
The testimony occurred during proceedings against abortionist James Pendergraft, who was forced to pay over $36 million last week for a botched procedure that left its intended target alive, but severely disabled.
The testimony occurred during proceedings against abortionist James Pendergraft, who was forced to pay over $36 million last week for a botched procedure that left its intended target alive, but severely disabled.
Pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care
Pregnancy should be a joyous time, but expenses can cause worry and stress-- and rob you of some of the happiness you deserve at this special time. Just remember there are many ways to economize without sacrificing essentials, and there is plenty of help available for the asking. Feminists for Life
See also Sally's Top 10 Dos and Don'ts for New Mommies
See also Sally's Top 10 Dos and Don'ts for New Mommies
NC House Overrides Veto of Pro-Life Bill
North Carolina House Overrides Perdue Veto of Pro-Life Bill | LifeNews.com: The Woman’s Right to Know bill, H 854, is similar to legislation other states have passed and is proven to reduce abortions. When women are given information about abortion that Planned Parenthood and other abortion businesses don’t routinely provide, they frequently consider alternatives. The House voted 72-47 in favor of the veto and the Senate is expected to follow suit as early as tomorrow — but the vote will be tough.
Two PA Abortionists Busted For Illegally Prescribing Drugs Along With Two Others
Two PA Abortionists Busted For Illegally Prescribing Drugs Along With Two Others :Operation Rescue: Abortionists John Barrett, medical director for the Allegheny Women’s Center in Pittsburgh and Alton Lawson were charged with dishing out over 20,000 tablets of diethylpropion, each, to abortion clinic lab technician Mark Wagner. Wagner, who has also been charged, never paid for the weight-loss drugs, which he used apparently to treat depression and anxiety, but considered them part of his compensation for work at the abortion clinic.
Also arrested was former registered nurse Karen Kane, who was not affiliated with the Allegheny Women’s Center abortion clinic. She reportedly received ten bottles, or 1,200 tablets of diethylpropion from Wagner.
“Drug abuse and the illegal prescription drugs are rampant throughout the abortion industry,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman. “We have seen arrests and disciplinary action like this with abortionists all over the country. It’s one of the abortion cartel’s dirty little secrets.”
Also arrested was former registered nurse Karen Kane, who was not affiliated with the Allegheny Women’s Center abortion clinic. She reportedly received ten bottles, or 1,200 tablets of diethylpropion from Wagner.
“Drug abuse and the illegal prescription drugs are rampant throughout the abortion industry,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman. “We have seen arrests and disciplinary action like this with abortionists all over the country. It’s one of the abortion cartel’s dirty little secrets.”
Kansas AG Refuses to Appeal Clinic Licensing Ruling
Kansas AG Leaves Women at Risk By Refusing to Appeal Clinic Licensing Ruling :Operation Rescue: When a Federal Judge issued a temporary restraining order that prevented an abortion clinic licensing law from going into effect last month, pro-life legal experts thought that the filing of an appeal would be done by pro-life Attorney General Derek Schmidt.
“This is the kind of thing that I am told usually is done the next day. It is an easy one-page brief and it seems negligent not to do it,” said Newman. “I was stunned to learn that Attorney General Schmidt had refused to file it.”
“This is the kind of thing that I am told usually is done the next day. It is an easy one-page brief and it seems negligent not to do it,” said Newman. “I was stunned to learn that Attorney General Schmidt had refused to file it.”
Civil lawsuit case against James Pendergraft
Civil lawsuit case against James Pendergraft — The Forerunner Weblog: Plaintiff awarded $36.7 million from notorious Florida abortionist. A Florida abortionist who frequently has run afoul of the law, James Scott Pendergraft, was in court all last week facing damaging testimony in the case of a baby born alive after a botched abortion.
Pro-Life Youth Flood UN Youth Conference's Twitter Outreach
Pro-Life Youth Flood UN Youth Conference's Twitter Outreach | LifeNews.com: A new-media skirmish broke out today with pro-life students flooding the Twitter topics associated with the upcoming UN youth conference. Pro-life participants engaged the UN youth conversation starting at noon today and for an hour dominated the conversation.
‘Sexting’ made illegal in US state
‘Sexting’ made illegal in US state | News | The Christian Institute: Children who create and send sexually explicit messages of themselves electronically will be breaking the law in Rhode Island, after a new Bill was signed this week. The practice of “sexting” has become a problem on both sides of the Atlantic with MPs and school leaders in the UK hearing about the extent of the problem earlier this year.
Timberlake’s new movie pushes ‘no-strings’ sex
Timberlake’s new movie pushes ‘no-strings’ sex | News | The Christian Institute: Justin Timberlake’s new movie, “Friends With Benefits”, will promote the trend of casual no-strings sex between friends — and it will be kids, parents and culture that pay the price, critics warn. An American youth organisation has warned that there is already a growing culture of teenagers having casual sex with their friends. Ron Luce, the founder and president of Teen Mania Ministries, said: “This movie is just another picture of what the media industry does. They do not care about any morals or values that they are projecting and who is watching.”
Half of UK medical students oppose late abortions
Half of medical students oppose late abortions | News | The Christian Institute: Almost half of medical students object to the late term abortion of disabled babies, a new study has revealed. Pro-abortionists are concerned that this will make it more difficult for women to access abortions. Abortion is allowed after 24 weeks if there is a “substantial risk” of the baby having a “serious handicap”, but this requirement has been interpreted to include even treatable conditions such as a cleft palate.
Lawsuits mounting over alleged health risks of Bayer's Yaz contraceptive
Lawsuits mounting over alleged health risks of Bayer's Yaz contraceptive | NJ.com: In one of the latest court battles pitting consumers against a giant drugmaker, thousands are alleging Bayer did not provide adequate warnings about the health risks associated with Yaz, and they are blaming the drug for causing blood clots, heart attacks, strokes and, in some cases, sudden deaths.
Vandals Attack Students for Life Website
Pro-Abortion Vandals Attack Pro-Life Students for Life Website | LifeNews.com: “Just a few days ago, our highly effective pro-life site, AbolishAbortion.com, was hacked by a gang of pro-abortion activists,” says Kristan Hawkins, the executive director for Students for Life. “As a result, we lost critical data, petition sign-ups, graphics, and social network communications. This breach of security was intentional – and it was very malicious.”
Play kickball for Six Rivers Planned Parenthood
Play kickball for Six Rivers Planned Parenthood - Redwood Times: "Do you want to play kickball and support reproductive health care and education on the Northcoast? Now you can. All you have to do is gather nine of your friends to form a kickball team and sign up online at www.srpp.org."
Dealing with difficult employees
Teleseminars Sponsored by the NonProfit National Resource Directory: One common problem of managers of nonprofit organizations is how to deal with difficult employees. This is a two-step process. First is to consider how to encourage the employee to work productively. The second is to terminate any employee whose work is not satisfactory.
Mexican pro-lifers file human rights complaint over murder of 61,000
Mexican pro-lifers file human rights complaint over murder of 61,000 unborn babies | LifeSiteNews.com: Mexico’s National Pro-Life Committee (Provida), the country’s largest and most prominent pro-life organization, has filed a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission regarding the mass murder of unborn children currently taking place in the nation’s Federal District. Currently abortion is legal, and financed, during the first twelve weeks of pregnancy in Mexico City.
Planned Parenthood Hits Snag in California
Planned Parenthood Hits Snag in Opening New California Center | LifeNews.com: Pro-life advocates in the Bay Area area are working to stop the Planned Parenthood abortion business from opening up a new center and a dispute over parking is working so far.
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Study: HIV risks rise with some birth control
Local News | Study: HIV risks rise with some birth control | Seattle Times Newspaper: Women studied were about twice as likely to transmit HIV if they were on the pill or taking a hormone shot like Depo-Provera, compared to those not on the such birth control. The research is the first to look at this question, according to one of the researchers.
Uninfected women were about twice as likely to catch AIDS virus from their infected partners if they were on hormonal contraception, compared to those who were not. That finding echoed a phenomenon seen in earlier studies.
The researchers checked to make sure there were no significant differences in condom use, sexual behavior or other factors that would account for the differences.
Uninfected women were about twice as likely to catch AIDS virus from their infected partners if they were on hormonal contraception, compared to those who were not. That finding echoed a phenomenon seen in earlier studies.
The researchers checked to make sure there were no significant differences in condom use, sexual behavior or other factors that would account for the differences.
At the Center magazine highlights
Centerboard: Silence --Not Always Golden
By Tom Lothamer
Which Mother Will You Be?
By Kim LeBlanc
Pregnancy Centers and the Local Church: Partners in Life or Adversaries in Ministry? -- Part 2
By Elaine Ham
The Repeat Abortion Factor
By Sydna A. Massé
Counseling for Change
By Dianne Pomon
Defending Against Anti-PRC Legislation: An Update
By Thomas A. Glessner, J.D.
Seeing From God's Perspective
By Mark Hiehle
He Pushed Me, I Pulled Him
By Ron Haas
Marketing 101: Stop, Think, and Share
By Tom Lothamer
Which Mother Will You Be?
By Kim LeBlanc
Pregnancy Centers and the Local Church: Partners in Life or Adversaries in Ministry? -- Part 2
By Elaine Ham
The Repeat Abortion Factor
By Sydna A. Massé
Counseling for Change
By Dianne Pomon
Defending Against Anti-PRC Legislation: An Update
By Thomas A. Glessner, J.D.
Seeing From God's Perspective
By Mark Hiehle
He Pushed Me, I Pulled Him
By Ron Haas
Marketing 101: Stop, Think, and Share
By Jerry Thacker
Pro-lifers display the “Art of Abortion”
Pro-lifers display the “Art of Abortion” at America’s largest art festival - Jill Stanek: Baltimore’s annual Artscape, held last weekend, July 15-17, bills itself as “America’s largest free arts festival, attracting 350,000+ attendees over 3 days.” This year, in addition to paintings, sculptures, fashion, food, and concerts, festival goers were introduced to the photographic art of abortion, as the Center for Bio-Ethical Reform Maryland decided to participate.
Obama admin takes elderly pro-life sidewalk counselor to court
UPDATED: Obama admin takes elderly pro-life sidewalk counselor to court | LifeSiteNews.com: A pro-life activist who has engaged in sidewalk counseling for 14 years has been taken to court by the federal Department of Justice. The complaint to the court submitted by the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice alleges that Richard Retta non-violently obstructed a woman and her ‘clinic escorts’ from entering Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, an abortion facility.
When LifeSiteNews.com contacted Retta for comment, the shocked veteran pro-life activist said that he was unaware that the lawsuit had been filed against him, and that he had not been informed by the Department of Justice. He is seeking legal counsel before making a public statement.
When LifeSiteNews.com contacted Retta for comment, the shocked veteran pro-life activist said that he was unaware that the lawsuit had been filed against him, and that he had not been informed by the Department of Justice. He is seeking legal counsel before making a public statement.
Former abortion clinic worker breaks silence
Former abortion clinic worker breaks silence, speaks out for life | LifeSiteNews.com: "During my time at the clinic, I was a staunch supporter of abortion rights, while all the time knowing in my heart that I felt that what I did was wrong, that I missed my baby, and that I wished things could be different for me. In hindsight, I can see that by surrounding myself with people who believed it was OK to abort babies, I was hoping that someday I would be OK with aborting my baby. This never happened."
Pregnancy Smartphone Apps: Which Ones Are Useful?
Pregnancy Smartphone Apps: Which Ones Are Useful? : The Baby Project : NPR: Dr. Keshma Saujani invented the Luv Dub app, which can record a prenatal visit with video and audio — and then, you can send video of the sonogram in an email or share it on social networks. It's a free application.
Here are a few other smartphone applications out there for pregnant women: Baby Bump, BabyCenter My Pregnancy Today, Contraction Master, and iThankYou.
Here are a few other smartphone applications out there for pregnant women: Baby Bump, BabyCenter My Pregnancy Today, Contraction Master, and iThankYou.
Komen Gives Millions to Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Komen Sends Millions to Embryonic Stem Cell Research Centers | LifeNews.com: Karen Malec of the Coalition on Abortion/Breast Cancer examined Komen’s 990 Forms for 2010 and found that Komen has active relationships with at least five research groups or educational facilities that engage in research which destroys unborn children in their earliest days for stem cells, and that have yet to help any patients.
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The Six Most Powerful Questions To Enhance Your Board’s Strategic Awareness
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When Board members refuse to ask questions that invite curiosity, it sends a very clear message regarding the culture of their organisation. Innovation and possibility are discouraged, and blame and confusion run rampant.
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How to Use Infographics to Sell Your Cause
How to Use Infographics to Sell Your Cause - Sumac: An infographic is a powerful tool, it’s helps you tell a story in a memorable way that supporters can understand quickly and easily. So, if your numbers speak volumes for your organization, find a way to display them visually and help others get it too!
My abortion traumatized me
My abortion traumatized me - Since You Asked - Salon.com: "I have nightmares about my experience at the clinic, though I know they followed every medical and legal step to the T. I wish I could forgive myself and move on, but I just can't. I wake up every morning and it is the best minute of my life before the knowledge of what happened returns to me and the cycle of sadness and regret begins all over again.
"I am a liberal woman and as pro-choice as you can be! Which is even more upsetting!"
"I am a liberal woman and as pro-choice as you can be! Which is even more upsetting!"
Boycott Target Shields Partners
Company Using Aborted Fetal Cells in Flavors Shields Partners | LifeNews.com: Senomyx is attempting to hide the names of their corporate partners by removing them from their website. “Public backlash has apparently caused much consternation for the biomedical firm that has ignored consumer complaints and continues to use HEK-293 (human embryonic kidney) cells in the research and development of artificial flavor enhancers,” says Debi Vinnedge, executive director of CGL.
"I perform abortions because I'm a Christian"
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"The reason I perform
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Funding for abstinence
Societal Rubbernecking: When liberals took over Congress and the White House, they zeroed out abstinence education and increased the already massive funding for questionable 'comprehensive' sex education that in part tells teens that 'showering together' is a 'green light' activity and often provides inaccurate information about condom effectiveness rates. In 2010 the government funded sex-ed programs to the tune of $874.1 million compared to the $50 million Title V state abstinence program.
As if this isn't enough, Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebellius is proposing to use a 'preventive care' slush fund in Obamacare for yet another $110 million for 'teen pregnancy prevention' in 2012. And in a bow to both pro-abortion and pro-same-sex 'marriage' activists, Secretary Sebellius just announced a rule forbidding grantees under the 'Healthy Marriage Initiative' welfare reform program from teaching abstinence until marriage education.
British Agencies Pressure Women to Have Abortions
Report: British Agencies Pressure Women to Have Abortions | LifeNews.com: The new Right to Know Campaign report reveals the NHS governmental health care system is sending women to two abortion businesses (British Pregnancy Advisory Service and Marie Stopes International) under the guise of obtaining abortion counseling and the women are finding themselves getting options counseling from someone selling abortions. The report provides evidence of the financial motivation of abortion providers to grow their market share and shows where counseling comes into conflict with a strong drive to promote abortion.
Politifact: Planned Parenthood Serves Few Prenatal Clients
Politifact: Planned Parenthood Serves Few Prenatal Clients | LifeNews.com: “PolitiFact New Jersey found that [state senator] Doherty, a conservative, was right about prenatal care representing a small part of the services offered by Planned Parenthood. Figures provided by Planned Parenthood confirm that prenatal care represents a small part of the services offered.”
“According to the same fact sheet, 'other women’s health services,' which includes prenatal care, only accounted for 10 percent of all services provided by Planned Parenthood nationwide in 2009. According to figures provided by [Planned Parenthood Affiliates of New Jersey], prenatal clients represented about 0.6 percent of the 91,617 patients served by New Jersey centers in 2009.”
Video Sting: Govt Official Sends Sex Traffickers to Planned Parenthood
Video: Govt Official Sends Sex Traffickers to Planned Parenthood | LifeNews.com: James O’Keefe, founder of Project Veritas today released his latest undercover investigation. O’Keefe was formerly associated with Live Action and one of the original activists uncovering abuses at Planned Parenthood before forming a new organization focused on conservative expose’ videos.
During the visit, fake Russian drug dealers ask the Department of Jobs and Family Services official, “Does Medicaid cover abortion or reproductive services?” She assures them, "Planned Parenthood would probably be where you'd go for that. I mean, for free."
During the visit, fake Russian drug dealers ask the Department of Jobs and Family Services official, “Does Medicaid cover abortion or reproductive services?” She assures them, "Planned Parenthood would probably be where you'd go for that. I mean, for free."
Taxpayer funding for Planned Parenthood abortions, violating Hyde
Taxpayers paying for Planned Parenthood abortions, violating Hyde: pro-life group | LifeSiteNews.com: American Life League has released a new video showing how federal funds given to Planned Parenthood are being used to support the organization’s massive abortion business, contrary to the federal Hyde amendment.
The Hyde Amendment, named after its chief sponsor Republican Congressman Henry Hyde of Illinois, is a legislative provision first enacted in 1976 that is aimed at stopping Medicaid and other federal tax dollars from funding abortions, except in cases or rape, incest, or where the mother’s life is at risk. But, according to ALL, their video proves Hyde does not work and has not worked for many years.
The Hyde Amendment, named after its chief sponsor Republican Congressman Henry Hyde of Illinois, is a legislative provision first enacted in 1976 that is aimed at stopping Medicaid and other federal tax dollars from funding abortions, except in cases or rape, incest, or where the mother’s life is at risk. But, according to ALL, their video proves Hyde does not work and has not worked for many years.
Hospital Upset Pro-Lifers Posted 911 Call of Botched Abortion
Hospital Upset Pro-Lifers Posted 911 Call of Botched Abortion | LifeNews.com: University of NM officials told the New Mexico Daily Lobo they believe the privacy rights of the patient, whose medical condition is unknown, were violated by posting the audio obtained via a Freedom of Information Act request. However, the audio does not provide the full name of the patient (only her first name) and no other identifying details about her are given.
John MacArthur: Elements of Joy, Part 3
Elements of Joy, Part 3 (5/1/1988): Another thing that will steal your joy is guilt, the unwillingness to accept forgiveness. For many people, it goes like this: 'I just can't forgive myself,' and you remind them, 'But God forgave you.' 'I know, I know, but God does not understand my standards.'
You have a God complex, my friend. You have just crawled up one ahead of the trinity. You can't forgive you for what God has long ago forgiven you for. That is a massive ego problem. And for many people it's that one sin, they've got one sin somewhere in their life or one little period of sin and they can't forgive themselves for that so they literally limp through life, always going back to that one thing which is a non-issue with God which is a joy thief in their life.
What a waste of energy, what a waste of needless guilt. That's why I don't see any virtue in poking around to discover sin. . . . I don't think I need to poke around to find hidden sin. If God is in my life at work, He'll bring it to the fore. The problem isn't finding it, the problem is dealing with it.
Prevention of HIV-1 Infection with Early Antiretroviral Therapy
Prevention of HIV-1 Infection with Early Antiretroviral Therapy — NEJM: The early initiation of antiretroviral therapy reduced rates of sexual transmission of HIV-1 and clinical events, indicating both personal and public health benefits from such therapy.
The Daily Spurgeon: What is conviction of sin?
The Daily Spurgeon: What is conviction of sin?: "The Son of man is come to seek and to cave that which is lost, but it [requires] God himself to convince men that they are lost; and the Spirit’s work of soul-humbling is just this - to get man to feel so diseased that he will accept the physician; to get him to feel so poor that he will accept the charity of heaven; to get him to know that he is so stripped, that he will no longer be proud of his fig leaves, but will be willing to take the robe of righteousness which Christ has wrought out."
GOP has 'blueprint for action' on Planned Parenthood
GOP has 'blueprint for action' on Planned Parenthood - Washington Times: A 174-page report by Americans United for Life on the “scandal and abuse” in Planned Parenthood is “a blueprint for action,” said Rep. Christopher H. Smith. Planned Parenthood is “ripe for investigation,” he said. “It should not be a sacrosanct organization or a politically correct organization that evades that kind of scrutiny.” A House hearing has not been set.
Planned Parenthood Criminal Case Moving Forward
Planned Parenthood Criminal Case Moving Forward, Preliminary Hearing Set for Oct. 24-26 :Operation Rescue: A motions hearing took place this morning to consider arguments about whether or not the public may be allowed to see evidence that Planned Parenthood committed illegal late-term abortions then manufactured documents to cover up their crimes. Planned Parenthood of Kansas and Mid-Missouri faces 107 criminal charges filed by former District Attorney Phill Kline.
ArtPeace - 40 Days for Life - Grand Rapids, MI
ArtPeace - 40 Days for Life - Grand Rapids, MI: To promote the fall campaign for 40 Days for Life in Grand Rapids, middle school aged children, high school and college youth, and adults are invited to collectively create a work of art that is both pleasing to view and promotes the message of LIFE.
We are encouraging those who want to participate in 40 Days for Life in a unique way to help create an art piece that will advertise this peaceful vigil and time of prayer to end abortion.
This work of art, ArtPeace, will publicly promote 40 Days for Life and the 'peace' that only Jesus can give.
We are encouraging those who want to participate in 40 Days for Life in a unique way to help create an art piece that will advertise this peaceful vigil and time of prayer to end abortion.
This work of art, ArtPeace, will publicly promote 40 Days for Life and the 'peace' that only Jesus can give.
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Free Plastic Surgery With Abortion?
Free Plastic Surgery With Abortion? Gimmick Used in Miami | LifeNews.com: Margaret Hartshorn, president of Heartbeat International, says the abortion businesses are preying on women without financial means by putting them into high-interest payment plans for the abortions. “Abortionists are now using gimmicks like 'free plastic surgery with your abortion' to seduce women into their clinics,” she explains. “These predators seek to lure newly immigrated women from Cuba and South America by offering abortions up to 24 weeks for $120. When a woman comes in for the abortion, she is presented with a payment plan and costly interest rates for a total cost that far exceeds the original price."
Scottish sexual infections treble in just ten years
Scottish sexual infections treble in just ten years | News | The Christian Institute: The sharpest rise was in cases of genital chlamydia, with the number of diagnoses rocketing from 5,676 in 1999 to 18,277 in 2009. During the same period diagnoses of genital herpes increased from 933 to 2,627, while diagnoses of gonorrhoea nearly doubled. And between 1999 and 2010 the number of HIV-infected people more than doubled from 156 to 360.
In December, an official report into the success of Scotland's sexual health strategy revealed that the 'safer sex' message was getting through but was not working.
Misleading Research on Teen Sex
Misleading Research on Teen Sex | Crisis Magazine: Researchers focussed on epidemics of HIV/AIDS and STIs are so keen to catch adolescents before they have any risk of contracting these diseases that they are at risk themselves of creating false impressions.
10 Online Resources to Help You Defend Your Faith
10 Online Resources to Help You Defend Your Faith | Evangelism.net: There is a wealth of resources and organizations whose sole mission is to help the believer become better equipped to answer those tough questions in defense of their faith.
Zimbabwe’s “Surprising” AIDS Success
Zimbabwe’s “Surprising” AIDS Success: Why haven’t you heard about the plunging prevalence of AIDS in Zimbabwe? It dropped almost in half, from an astonishing 29 percent of all adults nationwide in 1997 to 16 percent in 2007, according to an important study published in February. The study was briefly summarized by the New York Times, but its findings generated little buzz because the decline did not occur the way it is supposed to. In a nutshell, changes in sexual behavior – substantial reductions in casual, extramarital, and commercial sex – accounted for the drop in AIDS.
Doctors on fetal pain
A wealth of anatomical, behavioral and physiological evidence shows that the developing human fetus is capable of experiencing tremendous pain by 20 weeks post-fertilization.
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Abortion ads on UK TV garner hundreds of complaints
Abortion ads on UK TV garner hundreds of complaints: Minister | LifeSiteNews.com: The Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice has given the go-ahead for for-profit abortion facilities to advertise on TV and radio for the first time. Previously only non-profit organizations were allowed to run the ads.
Pro-life billboards removed because of pro-abort campaign?
Pro-life billboards removed because of pro-abort campaign? ‘It’s a total lie,’ says ad sponsor | LifeSiteNews.com: A press release by pro-abortion group hailed the removal of 60 billboards by The Radiance Foundation as well as the efforts of local opposition. However, CBS Outdoor had told media late last month that it would continue to display the ads despite the protest.
TooManyAborted.com campaign director Ryan Bomberger, who is of African-American descent, told LifeSiteNews.com that the billboards came down when they were supposed to.
“It’s a total lie. The contract ended July 10,” said Bomberger.
TooManyAborted.com campaign director Ryan Bomberger, who is of African-American descent, told LifeSiteNews.com that the billboards came down when they were supposed to.
“It’s a total lie. The contract ended July 10,” said Bomberger.
Judge Blocks Law Requiring Disclosure at Pregnancy Centers
Judge Blocks Law Requiring Disclosure at Pregnancy Centers - NYTimes.com: Scolding city officials for supporting a law he called “offensive to free speech principles,” a federal judge on Wednesday temporarily barred New York City from enforcing a new law that would require crisis pregnancy centers to disclose more information about their services.
The law, which had the strong backing of Christine C. Quinn, the City Council speaker, and Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, was scheduled to go into effect on Thursday. It would have required such centers to detail whether they provided abortions or emergency contraception, and whether they had a licensed medical provider on-site.
The law, which had the strong backing of Christine C. Quinn, the City Council speaker, and Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, was scheduled to go into effect on Thursday. It would have required such centers to detail whether they provided abortions or emergency contraception, and whether they had a licensed medical provider on-site.
Ohio lawmakers seek to defund Planned Parenthood
Ohio lawmakers seek to defund Planned Parenthood, fund public health centers | LifeSiteNews.com: Mike Gonidakis, Executive Director for Ohio Right to Life, explained that the new legislation is an extension of a 2004 state law that gives local health departments priority when it comes to funds for women’s health services.
Five 911 Calls Expose Crisis of Life-threatening Abortion Injuries in Albuquerque
Five 911 Calls Expose Crisis of Life-threatening Abortion Injuries in Albuquerque :Operation Rescue: Two 911 calls released today by Operation Rescue show life-threatening complications from late-term abortions that took place at Southwestern Women’s Options earlier this year. These are the fourth and fifth recordings of 911 calls released by Operation Rescue that originated from Albuquerque abortion clinics within a 15-month time span.
Abortion-rights activist plans Wichita clinic
Abortion-rights activist plans Wichita clinic: A woman who once ran the political action committee for high-profile abortion provider George Tiller is raising funds to open a clinic in Wichita, where he was murdered more than two years ago. Julie Burkhart, now executive director of the St. Louis-based lobbying group Trust Women, said Tuesday she hopes to open a clinic that offers first-trimester abortions and other women's health services in Wichita in about a year. The group is trying to recruit a qualified doctor.
Abstinence Education Advocates Press for Federal Funding
Abstinence Education Advocates Press for Federal Funding | LifeNews.com: Valerie Huber, director of the National Abstinence Education Association is encouraging members of her group to lobby members of Congress, especially now that the July 18th House recess has been canceled. She said her group and its local partners are renewing their emphasis on abstinence education in federal policy, especially since the Appropriations Committee will be considering this portion of the federal budget in less than three weeks.
Get to Know: Cross Examine
At the Cross Examine Insider, you can view videos on the Business of Abortion, the lies of the sex industry, forgiveness, biblical worldview, drug addiction, family life, and more. Registration required.
Why is it bad to smoke while pregnant?
A New Study Details the Effects of Smoking in Pregnancy – TIME Healthland: The review, published Monday in the journal Human Reproduction Update from the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology, revealed a strong link between smoking and oral facial abnormalities that can arise when a flat embryo becomes a tube in the third week of pregnancy. It's a precarious time for an embryo, and smoking can disturb the process. Congenital heart disease is also distinctly associated with moms who smoke.
Court Blocks Enactment of New York City Law Targeting Crisis Pregnancy Centers
ACLJ Secures First Amendment Win as Court Blocks Enactment of New York City Law Targeting Crisis Pregnancy Centers | American Center for Law and Justice ACLJ - ACLJ.org: In a decision issued today by Judge William H. Pauley in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the court concluded the law violates free speech saying the law's 'over-expansiveness is evident from its very language.' The court was especially critical of the City's desire to single-out crisis pregnancy centers with the new law.
'Defendants' second argument--that Plaintiffs engage in commercial speech because they are provided an audience to whom they can espouse their beliefs--is particularly offensive to free speech principles,' the court declared.
'Defendants' second argument--that Plaintiffs engage in commercial speech because they are provided an audience to whom they can espouse their beliefs--is particularly offensive to free speech principles,' the court declared.
NYC Ruling: Preliminary Injuction Granted
NYC Ruling: Preliminary Injuction Granted: A victory was won in NYC today! A judge has issued a ruling granting a preliminary injunction prohibiting a new pro-abortion law from taking effect in New York City. The law places harsh restrictions on pregnancy help centers offering women alternatives to abortions.
Operation Rescue Will Oppose Efforts to Bring Abortion To Wichita
Operation Rescue Will Oppose Long-Shot Efforts to Bring Abortion To Wichita :Operation Rescue: As rumors swirl in the news about new efforts to open an abortion clinic in Wichita in the next year, Kansas, Operation Rescue continues to successfully thwart long-shot efforts by two competing groups. “Do not underestimate the resolve of the pro-life movement in Kansas to keep Wichita abortion-free,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman. Operation Rescue is headquartered in Wichita. “In fact, we are committed to making Kansas the first abortion-free state."
Members of Congress Press for Planned Parenthood Investigation
Members of Congress Press for Planned Parenthood Investigation | LifeNews.com: Tomorrow, AUL officials will hold a press conference with Rep. Renee Ellmers (NC-GOP) and Rep. Randy Hultgren (IL-GOP) who have invited other members of Congress to join them in calling for a congressional probe of the abortion giant. They join Rep. Cliff Stearns (FL-GOP) who has called for such an investigation through the House Energy and Commerce Oversight subcommittee which he chairs.
New FDA Report: Abortion Drug Kills 14 Women, Injures 2,200
New FDA Report: Abortion Drug Kills 14 Women, Injures 2,200 | LifeNews.com: The FDA, with no fanfare, has released a new report, dated April 30, 2011. The report indicates 14 women in the United States alone have died from using the mifepristone abortion drug and 2,207 women have been injured by it.
Of the women experiencing medical and physical problems resulting from the abortion drug, 612 women required hospitalizations, 339 experienced blood loss significant enough to require a transfusion, 256 experienced infections and 48 women experienced what the FDA labeled as “severe infections.” Given that the RU 486 abortion drug caused sepsis, a potentially lethal infection that resulted in the deaths of women from around the world, the “serious infections” were very likely life-threatening situations.
“Severe infections generally involve death or hospitalization for at least 2-3 days, intravenous antibiotics for at least 24 hours, total antibiotic usage for at least 3 days, and any other physical or clinical findings, laboratory data or surgery that suggest a severe infection,” the FDA report states.
Of the women experiencing medical and physical problems resulting from the abortion drug, 612 women required hospitalizations, 339 experienced blood loss significant enough to require a transfusion, 256 experienced infections and 48 women experienced what the FDA labeled as “severe infections.” Given that the RU 486 abortion drug caused sepsis, a potentially lethal infection that resulted in the deaths of women from around the world, the “serious infections” were very likely life-threatening situations.
“Severe infections generally involve death or hospitalization for at least 2-3 days, intravenous antibiotics for at least 24 hours, total antibiotic usage for at least 3 days, and any other physical or clinical findings, laboratory data or surgery that suggest a severe infection,” the FDA report states.
Planned Parenthood considers offering abortion services at Tulsa, Broken Arrow clinics
Planned Parenthood considers offering abortion services at Tulsa, BA clinics | Tulsa World: Jill June, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, said the organization is conducting a six-month review of services to be offered at its new clinics in Oklahoma and Arkansas. She said abortions, both surgical and via the abortion pill, are among the services the organization is considering adding.
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Planned Parenthood Cuts Contraception, Not Abortion After De-Funding NJ Democrats fail to stop Gov. Christie’s defunding of Planned Parenthood
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Scientists warn new strain of gonorrhea could be ‘global health threat’
Scientists warn new strain of sexually transmitted disease could be ‘global health threat’ | LifeSiteNews.com: "The most recent strain, dubbed “H041,” was discovered recently in Japan and has resisted typical antibiotics used to combat gonorrhea. Undetected, it can be passed on to unborn children during pregnancy.
H041’s antibiotic resistance was discovered by Magnus Unemo of the Swedish Reference Laboratory for Pathogenic Neisseria at Orebro University Hospital, who warned the strain may cause a “future era of untreatable gonorrhea. If it spreads now, we don’t know what should be the recommended treatment."
Although gonorrhea has been known to develop resistance to drugs and adapt to new ones after ten to fifteen years, scientists could previously treated infections successfully with a drug called cephalosporins. However, the new strain does not react to the drug, said the Swedish researcher, who will now attempt to treat it using carbapenems, the most powerful antibiotic yet devised, to combat the new strain.
H041’s antibiotic resistance was discovered by Magnus Unemo of the Swedish Reference Laboratory for Pathogenic Neisseria at Orebro University Hospital, who warned the strain may cause a “future era of untreatable gonorrhea. If it spreads now, we don’t know what should be the recommended treatment."
Although gonorrhea has been known to develop resistance to drugs and adapt to new ones after ten to fifteen years, scientists could previously treated infections successfully with a drug called cephalosporins. However, the new strain does not react to the drug, said the Swedish researcher, who will now attempt to treat it using carbapenems, the most powerful antibiotic yet devised, to combat the new strain.
"It's really worrying from a public health perspective," Unemo said.
The Extent of God’s Love
The Extent of God’s Love: Have you ever spoken to an unbeliever who knew some of his Bible — just enough to be angry and confused? If so, you probably heard questions (accusations) like these: “What kind of God orders the slaughter of entire cities — women, children, and animals included—without mercy? Why does God allow so much pain, suffering, and evil in the world? How do you reconcile the love of God with the eternal flames of hell?”
So often, the attribute of God that confuses unbelievers most is His love. They can’t fathom the depth of God’s love in the Incarnation and Crucifixion of Christ. But beyond that, they refuse to see other expressions of God’s love, expressions that sometimes escape our notice too. Here’s John MacArthur to explain.
So often, the attribute of God that confuses unbelievers most is His love. They can’t fathom the depth of God’s love in the Incarnation and Crucifixion of Christ. But beyond that, they refuse to see other expressions of God’s love, expressions that sometimes escape our notice too. Here’s John MacArthur to explain.
Planned Parenthood: Adoption v. Abortion Referrals
Video Sting Operations Catch Gendercide Abortionists in India
Video Sting Operations Catch Gendercide Abortionists in India: Undercover operations by anti-gendercide advocates in India are helping government officials to shut down sex-selective abortion operations targeting female babies in violation of India’s Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act.
Two doctors in Thane, Maharashtra, India were caught on video offering to provide a gender screening, and then perform an abortion for a female child, in an undercover operation Sunday. Dr. Umesh Londhe, who heads the Gopika Clinic in Naupada, and Dr. V. N. Jawahar, who owns the New Ultrasound Sonography Centre, could face criminal charges.
Two doctors in Thane, Maharashtra, India were caught on video offering to provide a gender screening, and then perform an abortion for a female child, in an undercover operation Sunday. Dr. Umesh Londhe, who heads the Gopika Clinic in Naupada, and Dr. V. N. Jawahar, who owns the New Ultrasound Sonography Centre, could face criminal charges.
NM: 'Wild, wild west of the abortion industry'
Operation Rescue has released the second in a series of 911 calls made over a recent 15-month period from Southwestern Women’s Options, an abortion clinic in Albuquerque, New Mexico, that reveals a botched first trimester abortion procedure that required emergency medical intervention. The patient was a 30-year old woman who suffered “uterine bleeding”, a sign of a possible punctured womb, which is a life-threatening abortion complication. The call was placed on November 3, 2010, at 12:42 PM.
“New Mexico is the wild, wild west of the abortion industry. It has so little oversight that incidents like these are common place. Women who walk into an abortion clinic in New Mexico are playing what amounts to ‘Russian Roulette’ with their lives,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman. Last week, Operation Rescue released the first of four 911 calls placed from Southwestern Women’s Options between February, 2010, and May, 2011. That call indicated that SWO had just completed a second-trimester abortion on a 17-year old girl who suffered from a fever, a possible sign of infection, a rapid pulse, and uncontrolled bleeding.
“New Mexico is the wild, wild west of the abortion industry. It has so little oversight that incidents like these are common place. Women who walk into an abortion clinic in New Mexico are playing what amounts to ‘Russian Roulette’ with their lives,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman. Last week, Operation Rescue released the first of four 911 calls placed from Southwestern Women’s Options between February, 2010, and May, 2011. That call indicated that SWO had just completed a second-trimester abortion on a 17-year old girl who suffered from a fever, a possible sign of infection, a rapid pulse, and uncontrolled bleeding.
Some Ob.Gyns. and Other Providers Misuse Low-Risk HPV Tests
Some Ob.Gyns. and Other Providers Misuse Low-Risk HPV Tests: Approximately one-third of health care providers conduct unnecessary low-risk HPV testing, based on results of a survey of 376 office-based health care providers and 216 outpatient clinics. A high-risk human papillomavirus DNA test, which detects cancer-causing HPV types, is generally used for screening and managing women with abnormal Pap test results, but there are no clinical recommendations for use of a low-risk HPV DNA test that detects five nononcogenic HPV types.
ACOG Recommends IUDs In New Practice Bulletin
ACOG Recommends IUDs In New Practice Bulletin: Intrauterine devices, or IUDs, are suitable for nearly all women, including those who have just delivered a baby, who have had an abortion or miscarriage, or who have a history of ectopic pregnancy, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists now says. The ACOG's new practice bulletin covers the copper T380A IUD, the levo-norgestrel intrauterine system, and subdermal etonogestrel implants.
DC funded 300 abortions in 2 years
AP Exclusive: DC funded 300 abortions in 2 years - Yahoo! News: For decades Congress has used its power over the District of Columbia to ban the city from paying for abortions for poor women, but during a two-year period when lawmakers reversed course at least 300 women got city-funded procedures, according to data obtained by The Associated Press.
That period when the city was free to pay for abortions ended earlier this year. The city now says that during that time it spent approximately $185,000 providing elective abortions for poor women who receive health care through government programs. The number of women who got abortions and their cost was provided by city officials after AP filed a Freedom of Information Act request.
That period when the city was free to pay for abortions ended earlier this year. The city now says that during that time it spent approximately $185,000 providing elective abortions for poor women who receive health care through government programs. The number of women who got abortions and their cost was provided by city officials after AP filed a Freedom of Information Act request.
Paul Ryan Budget Proposal Riles Feminists
Paul Ryan Budget Proposal Riles Political Feminist Campaign, Christian News: The House Budget Chairman proposes $6.2 trillion in federal spending cuts to entitlement programs including Social Security and Medicare over ten years. Republicans have supported the plan and pushed to restrict Title X funds to Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers.
Why Should We Believe in the Inerrancy of Scripture?
Why Should We Believe in the Inerrancy of Scripture? - Answers in Genesis: “You don’t really believe the Bible is true, do you?” The shock expressed by those who discover someone who actually believes the Bible to be without error is often quite amusing. Inevitably, their next question takes us right back to Genesis. But what does the Christian mean by “without error,” and why are we so sure?
The Emergence, in Homosexual and Bi-Sexual Men, of Decreased Sensitivity of Gonorrhea to Antibiotics
The Emergence, in Homosexual and Bi-Sexual Men, of Decreased Sensitivity of Gonorrhea to Antibiotics « Coming Home: In the July 8, 2011 issue of CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, researchers analyzed gonorrhea surveillance data and concluded that, although there have been no documented treatment failures yet, untreatable gonorrhea may become a reality in the U.S.
Board governance resources
- Nine Keys for Reinvigorating Board Leadership offer great advice on how to re-energize your board of directors.
- Board Member Engagement Pack ($6.99) guides you through recruiting and training the board members most capable of leading your organization.
- Boards from Hell ($7.50) contains tips on creating an effective board and avoiding a malfunctioning board.
- FIO Partners Assessment Tool: Board Survey for Start-Up Organizations Shared by FIO Partners, LLC ($25)
How to Construct a Gift Chart & Use it to Secure Major Gifts
How to Construct a Gift Chart & Use it to Secure Major Gifts - Sumac: A gift chart is a tool used to determine how many gifts and prospects you will need to raise a specific amount of money. These charts are often used for capital campaigns, but can also be used for major gift fundraising and for major events. The table is built like a pyramid: the top has a small number of large gifts and the bottom has a large number of small gifts.
Why Boards Micro-Manage and How to Get Them to Stop
Why Boards Micro-Manage and How to Get Them to Stop: Unlike the weather, there is something you can do to stop a board from micromanaging. The first step is to see micromanagement for what it really is. Only then can you determine how to get boards to stop.
The ED’s Lament: How Do I Get My Board to Perform?
The ED’s Lament: How Do I Get My Board to Perform?: "Executive Directors frequently tell me that they are dissatisfied with the performance of their boards. They say, 'How do I hold them accountable for their jobs?'"
Could drinking while pregnant harm your baby's DNA?
BioNews - Could drinking while pregnant harm your baby's DNA?: Alcohol can cause irreparable DNA damage and fetal abnormalities in pregnant mice, a study has found. The findings may explain how excessive drinking during pregnancy causes fetal alcohol syndrome, which can lead to lifelong learning disabilities.
'Disney-style' tactics no solution
'Disney-style' tactics no solution (OneNewsNow.com): A Wisconsin pro-life group complains that United Way is helping Planned Parenthood snag underage pregnant girls as customers. Milwaukee United Way has launched an advertising campaign using what Pro-Life Wisconsin calls “Disney-style” posters on bus stops encouraging girls to go to the abortion-provider.
Centers stop dispensing birth control
Centers stop dispensing birth control | Concord Monitor: The six Planned Parenthood centers in New Hampshire stopped dispensing contraception last week after the Executive Council rejected a new contract with the organization.
Planned Parenthood had operated under a limited retail pharmacy license that was contingent on having a state contract, said Steve Trombley, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Northern New England. Two weeks ago, the all-Republican Executive Council voted 3-2 against a new contract that would have provided the organization $1.8 million in state and federal money for the two years starting this month.
Executive Councilor Dan St. Hilaire of Concord, who cast one of the three votes in opposition, said the contract should go to an organization that does not perform abortions. The councilors approved 10 other contracts for family planning services.
Planned Parenthood had operated under a limited retail pharmacy license that was contingent on having a state contract, said Steve Trombley, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Northern New England. Two weeks ago, the all-Republican Executive Council voted 3-2 against a new contract that would have provided the organization $1.8 million in state and federal money for the two years starting this month.
Executive Councilor Dan St. Hilaire of Concord, who cast one of the three votes in opposition, said the contract should go to an organization that does not perform abortions. The councilors approved 10 other contracts for family planning services.
Family planners cinch belts tight
Family planners cinch belts tight: Family-planning clinics that serve thousands of low-income women in Montana are beginning this fiscal year with less government funding, in the wakes of cuts approved by the Montana Legislature and Congress.
Hornstein Donates Salary To Planned Parenthood
Hornstein Donates Salary To Nonprofits - Southwest Minneapolis, MN Patch: In a gesture he said was meant to underscore the impact of the state government shutdown, state Rep. Frank Hornstein (DFL-Deistrict 60B) donated his July salary to four nonprofits that faced budget cuts due to the shutdown.
Hornstein's redirected salary brought around $500 each to the Minnesota AIDS Project, the Southwest Senior Center, the Neighborhood Involvement Program, and Planned Parenthood of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Hornstein's redirected salary brought around $500 each to the Minnesota AIDS Project, the Southwest Senior Center, the Neighborhood Involvement Program, and Planned Parenthood of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Editor: Can't fault him for putting his money where his mouth is. Still, he needs to be voted off the public coffers himself!
Pool of blood, dirty instruments found in still-open Pennsylvania abortion clinic
Pool of blood, dirty instruments found in still-open Pennsylvania abortion clinic | LifeSiteNews.com: A blood-smeared freezer and “sterile” instruments in brown-stained packages were among the conditions that greeted inspectors in an Allentown abortion clinic in May. The facility, however, nevertheless remains open and operational, according to a newly released report by Pennsylvania health officials.
Allentown Medical Services was formerly operated by notorious abortionist Stephen Chase Brigham, before he had his operating license revoked last year. The clinic then changed hands to Rose Health Services Co., according to a report by The Morning Call.
More info from Operation Rescue.
Allentown Medical Services was formerly operated by notorious abortionist Stephen Chase Brigham, before he had his operating license revoked last year. The clinic then changed hands to Rose Health Services Co., according to a report by The Morning Call.
More info from Operation Rescue.
Canadian PCC Hit by Vandals Again
Canadian Pregnancy Center Hit by Pro-Abortion Vandals Again | LifeNews.com: Starting on June 29 and continuing for two additional nights, a pro-abortion vandal hit the Mother and Child House in New Brunswick. “It happened on three successive nights, three different incidents,” he said. “One night they painted the word ‘Choice’ on one side of our building in large black letters and came back two other nights and ripped off our wooden flower boxes attached to the front of our building which dress it up nicely."
Planned Parenthood Abortion Methods Page Ignores The Baby
Planned Parenthood Abortion Methods Page Ignores The Baby | LifeNews.com: “Gently empties your uterus”? That’s it? That’s the description Planned Parenthood provides of “what happens during an in-clinic abortion?” Am I the only one who notices something missing? Where is the discussion of the baby? Where is the explanation of “what happens” to the baby “during an in-clinic abortion”?
Abortions at Planned Parenthood: Done in Record Numbers
Abortion clinic complaint directory
Right to Life of Michigan: Have you been physically harmed by an abortion doctor?
Was the facility substandard in terms of cleanliness?
Did the clinic personnel fail to give you a written description of the actual abortion procedure or a picture of an unborn baby the same gestational age as your baby?
Did the clinic comply with the law, by waiting the required 24 hours before performing the procedure?
Did the clinic personnel fail to give you information concerning what to do or where to go if complications arose from the abortion?
Did the clinic fail to ask you if you wanted to see the ultrasound of your baby, if one was performed?
Do you know someone under the age of 18, who unlawfully obtained an abortion without her parent's written consent or a judicial bypass?
These are all violations of the law and must be reported to the health department. Here's how.
Was the facility substandard in terms of cleanliness?
Did the clinic personnel fail to give you a written description of the actual abortion procedure or a picture of an unborn baby the same gestational age as your baby?
Did the clinic comply with the law, by waiting the required 24 hours before performing the procedure?
Did the clinic personnel fail to give you information concerning what to do or where to go if complications arose from the abortion?
Did the clinic fail to ask you if you wanted to see the ultrasound of your baby, if one was performed?
Do you know someone under the age of 18, who unlawfully obtained an abortion without her parent's written consent or a judicial bypass?
These are all violations of the law and must be reported to the health department. Here's how.
During Development Early Embryos Can Correct Genetic Abnormalities
During Development Early Embryos Can Correct Genetic Abnormalities: Professor William G. Kearns told the annual meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology that a three-day-old embryo (called a cleavage stage embryo) with an incorrect number of chromosomes (known as 'aneuploidy') was capable of undergoing 'a dynamic process of genetic normalisation' so that by day five, when it had developed to the blastocyst stage, it had become euploid, with the correct number of chromosomes.
The findings have significant implications not just for preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) during fertility treatment, but also for future, cell-based, stem cell treatments for conditions ranging from haematological disorders to neurological damage.
The findings have significant implications not just for preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) during fertility treatment, but also for future, cell-based, stem cell treatments for conditions ranging from haematological disorders to neurological damage.
Series of 911 Calls Show Late-Term Abortion Clinic is Danger to the Public
Series of 911 Calls Show Late-Term Abortion Clinic is Danger to the Public :Operation Rescue: Operation Rescue has obtained a series of 911 calls placed from Southwestern Women’s Options over a recent 15-month time span, which reveal a disturbing pattern of life-threatening abortion complications that routinely endanger the lives and health of women.
Expected action on a partial birth abortion ban in Michigan
Right to Life of Michigan: On January 20, 2011, two bills following the federal ban on partial birth abortion as closely as possible were introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. Find out more about the status of these bills.
You can help by sharing this web page with friends and family. You may also sign an online petition or print a paper petition to circulate that will let lawmakers know how important this ban is to Michigan citizens.
You can help by sharing this web page with friends and family. You may also sign an online petition or print a paper petition to circulate that will let lawmakers know how important this ban is to Michigan citizens.
Planned Parenthood affiliates in Austin, Waco may merge
Planned Parenthood affiliates in Austin, Waco may merge - Austin Market | Examiner.com: Under an agreement approved by the boards of the two organizations, the senior staff in Austin is managing the affiliate in Waco. Furthermore, the agreement launches an evaluation of a potential marriage between the two nonprofits in 2012.
“As a merged affiliate, the combined $11 million nonprofit would expand its impact and ability to provide health care and education in Central Texas,” according to an announcement about the management changes.
“As a merged affiliate, the combined $11 million nonprofit would expand its impact and ability to provide health care and education in Central Texas,” according to an announcement about the management changes.
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