Abortion

Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you

Jeremiah 1:5

Since the first century the Church has affirmed the moral evil of every procurred abortion. This teaching has not changed and remains unchangeable. Direct abortion, that is to day, abortion willed either as an end or a means, is gravely contrary to the moral law . . . .

Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2271

Since the 1973 Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, legalized abortion has become a widely accepted and protected right in the United States. The Church has consistently taught against the direct killing of human beings, especially those who are most vulnerable such as the unborn. Recently, many people have begun to see the negative consequences of abortion on individuals and society. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has sought to educate society about the myths and realities of abortion based on the principles found in the Catechism. We encourage you to look at the resources below and learn about abortion's effects on our society.

Resources:

If you have had an abortion and want information, click here.

The USCCB has initiated an educational series called the "Second Look Project." This series seeks to define the myths and realities of abortion and give people access to the truth about abortion in the United States.

The USSCB has now created an 8-page Roe Reality Check Booklet summary of the 15-wk Second Look series for distribution to every parish, student, & community group throughout the country, especially during the Roe anniversary month of January.

Also check out these interesting articles:

Basic Facts about abortion presented by the Arizona Right to Life

"Roe's False Freedom" by Deirdre A. McQuade, MA, MDiv

"Pro-Choice Pundits Take a Second Look" by Susan E. Wills, esq.

Respect Life Packet offered by the Archdiocese of New York Respect Life Office. This packet contains six articles and other very valuable information which you can download and distribute for free.

"Turning Bad Law into a Bad Memory" by Gail Quinn, Executive Director of the USCCB Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities