In a remarkable display of courage and commitment, a group of teenage students from The St Joseph Academy in California have taken a bold stand against abortion. These young individuals organized and participated in a peaceful prayer vigil outside a local Planned Parenthood clinic, reciting the Rosary as a powerful expression of their dedication to end abortion.
Planned Parenthood is a leading facilitator of abortion in the United States, killing an average of one baby every 89 seconds.
The mission of St Joseph Academy in San Marcos, California, is to “form young men and women, who, committed to live by Catholic principles, will transform and advance human culture”.
The Academy boasts a “Works of Mercy” programme where students come together to get “hands on” experience within their community. Activities students are involved in include visiting the elderly, supporting disabled children, serving meals to the homeless, and praying the Rosary for unborn babies outside the local abortion facility.
When dozens of students from the Academy took the bold stance of publicly decrying the violence of abortion outside the Planned Parenthood facility, they attracted comments of admiration from pro-lifers, with one social media post stating that the students helped restore their faith in humanity.
SPUC comment
A SPUC spokesperson said: “The commitment of the students at St Joseph Academy to the pro-life cause illustrates the potential for student action as a catalyst for positive change in society.
“Inspired by their faith and a deep sense of conviction, these students have embraced their role as advocates for the unborn. Their initiative reflects a growing movement among students who are actively engaging in discussions about pro-life values and seeking ways to make a positive impact.
“As these courageous students continue to stand firm in their beliefs, their actions serve as a testament to the impact that passionate and informed youth can have on shaping the future for unborn children and protecting them from the violence of abortion.”
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