Fargo bishop leads rosary outside North Dakota's abortion clinic

Published: 2007-10-01

FARGO, N.D. (CNS) -- Bishop Samuel J. Aquila of Fargo led a rosary Sept. 28 in front of the state of North Dakota's only abortion facility as part of an ecumenical campaign called "40 Days for Life -- North Dakota." As he stood facing the busy street in front of the Red River Women's Clinic, the dozen or so men and women who joined him drew close to hear his words above the sounds of the traffic and occasional nearby trains. The campaign, which began Sept. 26, includes prayer and fasting, community outreach and a 40-day, 24-hours-a-day prayer vigil in front of the clinic. According to a diocesan release, "40 Days for Life" is a nationwide, ecumenical effort to increase awareness about abortion, "save the lives of unborn children and bring healing to those who have had abortions, those who have encouraged abortions, and those who perform and assist with abortions." The campaign, which continues through Nov. 4, is under way in 89 cities in 33 states.

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