Ed Mechmann works for the Family Life/Respect Life Office of the Archdiocese of New York, and is a member of my former parish. This is from the blog he writes for the Archdiocese:
Being “pro-life” — as opposed to merely taking “pro-life” positions —
has a much broader and deeper meaning [than winning elections]. It involves a recognition of the
sacredness of life, its inherent dignity, that views each individual
human being as having inestimable value because he or she is made in the
image and likeness of God. It rejects a reductionist or utilitarian
view of humanity, where lives are disposable if they are inconvenient,
not “useful”, or if they came into being in a way that we disapprove.
It entails a commitment to defending each and every life against abuse,
from whatever source. It calls people to acts of direct service to the
poor, the vulnerable, and the frail. It is an attitude of reverence in
the divine presence, seen in every human person [emphasis added].
Read the rest here.
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