Here's Your Monday Update

AFFILIATED MEDICAL SERVICES IS MOVING OUT!

We have waited for this day for so long, and the day is finally here! Affiliated Medical Services (AMS), one of Milwaukee's abortion centers, has closed and moved out of the building they have occupied since the early 1990s.

I remember my early days on the sidewalks outside of AMS when the only man who worked at the abortion center, aside from the abortionist, was Robert. He was the POC (product of conception) technician, and whenever he came outside to have a smoke, he always bragged to me, “Dan, you’ll never close this place. I will always be here. I will be here long after you quit.”

I always told Robert that he was right–that I would never close this place, but God would. I also told him that I’m Irish, and we don’t quit—ever. I reminded Robert every time I saw him that each day that passed was one day closer to the closure of AMS. He always rolled his eyes, mocking my words. Just over a year ago, after Labor Day weekend, Robert pulled me aside and showed me pictures of a 24-week abortion on his phone that he claimed took place at his employer, AMS. He was visibly upset about it, and I didn't blame him. It was the bloodiest set of pictures I had ever seen. My heart wept, but my face was like a stone. He asked me, “Do you want to take this place down?” I said, “Of course,” and handed him my card, telling him to call me when he had a game plan. “Pay me,” he said.

“Call me,” I responded, but he never did. After he left, a locksmith came to change the tumblers on all the locks. I never saw him after that day. The always-present Robert had left the abortion business. This wasn't our first victory outside AMS, and it wouldn't be our last.

I began sidewalk counseling at this location on February 17, 2010, and since then, God has used us to reach 1,690 moms and their babies. I’ve held in my arms ten babies that were supposed to be killed by abortion. On July 7, 2012, my wife and I attended the birth of one of these saved babies, Baby Erik Jr, who had Trisomy 18. On February 24, 2011, my wife and I were chosen to be the Godparents of another one of these saved babies, Joseph Isai. And there are 1,688 other stories just as special.

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overtake it.” John 1:5 Indeed, AMS was a place of darkness, but the light of Christ has pierced this place and overcome death with life. If you were there, thank you. If you prayed for us from afar or encouraged us along the way, thank you. We could not have done it without the prayers and work of Pro-Life Wisconsinites like you! With God, all things are possible. We are witnessing it right now!

Join fellow pro-life Wisconsinites for a historic journey to our nation’s capital on privately chartered buses this Winter! This will be the first national March for Life since the overturn of Roe v. Wade! You’ll leave for Washington D.C. on Wednesday, January 18th, and return to Wisconsin on Sunday, January 22nd. The March For Life itself will be on Friday, January 20, 2023.

TRAVEL PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Bus fare and hotel stay
Complimentary breakfast/daily social hour at the Embassy Suites in Washington D.C.
Opportunity to pray outside Planned Parenthood
Optional visits to the MFL Expo and the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
Participate in the 50th March for Life

Registration details to come soon!

PURCHASE YOUR CHOOSE LIFE WISCONSIN PLATE! SAVE LIVES AND HELP WOMEN

Since late October 2017, Choose Life license plates have been available to Wisconsin motorists, and every penny earned through the sale of the plates directly aids Wisconsin's incredible pregnancy resource centers and initiatives. With over 2,171 of these plates on cars in the Badger State, sales have resulted in over $210,993 granted to over twenty-five Wisconsin pregnancy resource centers in five years.

With a greater need to serve pregnant women in our state, be a part of the mission to save lives and aid women, get your Choose Life Wisconsin license plate today! For more information call Pro-Life Wisconsin at 262-796-1111 ext. 110.

For a list of pregnancy resource centers in Wisconsin, visit CrisisPregnancies.org

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: ARMED FBI AGENTS ARREST PRO-LIFE LEADER IN FRONT OF HIS CHILDREN: (Townhall) – “A cadre of armed FBI agents descended on the family home of one of the 11 pro-life activists targeted by President Joe Biden's Justice Department for peacefully protesting outside an abortion clinic in Tennessee. The DOJ charged pro-life leader Paul Vaughn (President of Personhood Tennessee) with ‘a civil rights conspiracy’ and a Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act (FACE Act) offense over the activist blockade of a Nashville-area abortion facility in early March 2021. […] If convicted, Vaughn faces up to 11 years in prison, three years supervised release and fines of up to $350,000. […] Vaughn pled not guilty to the charges and is searching for the right legal team to fight the legal battle ‘to the fullest.’ In a statement to Townhall, Vaughn called the FBI ‘paid thugs of an out-of-control Justice Department’ that ‘must be reined in immediately.’ Vaughn said he would have turned himself in or showed up when summoned to appear. ‘There were no legitimate reasons for their abusive and excessive show of force,’ he said. Read the full story here.

MOBILE ABORTION CLINIC IN ILLINOIS TO OFFER SERVICES ON BORDERS OF STATES WITH BANS: (Associated Press) – “Planned Parenthood officials on Monday announced plans for a mobile abortion clinic – a 37ft recreational vehicle that will stay in Illinois but travel close to the borders of adjoining states that have banned the procedure since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade earlier this year.” Read the full story here.

KANYE WEST WEARS BABY’S ULTRASOUND TO FOX INTERVIEW, DISCUSSES PRO-LIFE VIEWS: (Live Action) – “Kanye ‘Ye’ West appeared on Fox News’ “Tucker Carlson Tonight” this week wearing a lanyard that featured the ultrasound of a baby. When asked about it, West declared to Carlson that he considers himself pro-life. Fresh off of Paris Fashion Week, West told Carlson about the image in the lanyard he was still wearing from that week, saying, ‘It’s a photograph of a baby’s ultrasound. […] It just represents life. I’m pro-life.’ He reportedly created the lanyard himself.” Read the full story here.

CRAWFORD COUNTY: Life Guardians pro-life group meets monthly in Boscobel. Email Heather at heatherkramer79@gmail.com for more information or check out the Facebook page here.

GREEN BAY: Pro-Life Green Bay is an active pro-life ministry in Northeast Wisconsin and meets regularly throughout the year. For more information, contact prolifegreenbay@gmail.com

LA CROSSE: We would like to see at least two people pray every day of the week outside Planned Parenthood. If you can commit to this weekly prayer, please let Marie Allen know. We encourage people to pray in groups of two if possible. You may choose your own time, and sidewalk counseling and signs are optional. Pro-Life literature is available if anyone wishes to distribute it. Questions? Call 608-784-5189.

MILWAUKEE: Join us every Tuesday at 6:00 PM (rain or shine) to pray the Angelus followed by the Rosary in reparation for sins of ingratitude at the Fatima Shrine (141 N 68th St Milwaukee, WI 53213).

Pro-Life Students of Milwaukee (PRISM) is an affiliate for high school students in the greater Milwaukee area. PRISM meets monthly and hosts pro-life events throughout the year. Email PRISM@ProLifeWI.org for more information.

ROCK COUNTY: For meeting times and other information, please email Miriam at

plwrcc@charter.net

WINNEBAGO COUNTY: Please join us in prayer every first Monday of the month from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. to exercise your 1st amendment free speech rights in the public right of way (nearest to Marcus Cinema) in Oshkosh, near Planned Parenthood (378S Koeller St, Oshkosh, WI 54902). Bring your own sign, or use one of ours! Contact Don Doro at 920-279-3496 or at ddurawa1@yahoo.com

WISCONSIN RAPIDS: Please join us in prayer on the 2nd Monday of each month at 4:00 p.m. along 8th Street near Planned Parenthood. Gather in the parking lot at 3:45 p.m.

ONGOING – Walking with Moms in Need: The Catholic Church has a long history of service to those who are most vulnerable. From pregnancy care centers, to foster care and adoption agencies, and from maternity homes to parish-based ministries, the Church consistently bears witness in word and deed to the beauty and dignity of every human life—including both mother and child. This program asks parishes and parishioners to adopt and support those centers and agencies that are actively helping Moms in Need. View the flyer here or visit the website here.

ONGOING, KENOSHA – Participate in the Rosary in Kenosha at 6:00 p.m. every Sunday at Saint Therese Catholic Church (2020 91st Street Kenosha, WI 53143). Bring family and friends!

ONGOING, OCONOMOWOC – Public Prayer of the Rosary to entrust the whole world to Our Lady and ask her to intercede for our state, country, and world. Join us at Village Green Park (104 E Wisconsin Ave. Oconomowoc, WI 53066) every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. View the flyer here.

ONGOING – Toda America con Cristo and Family Life Council, Inc. has begun creating pro-life resources for the latino community. If you or someone you know would benefit from these resources please view the web pages both here and here.

POST-ABORTIVE VIDEO – There is hope and healing for mothers and fathers who now regret their abortion and deeply grieve the loss of their little child. A new day is dawning; be not afraid. Seek the help you need. Your wounded heart can be healed through the love and mercy of Jesus Christ. Go to Him, seek Him, and receive the help you desire to be healed and live in hope once again. Watch this video for more information on where to find help. There are millions and millions who regret their abortions. You are not alone.

SEPTEMBER 28 - NOVEMBER 6 – 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign! Help save lives by praying for an end to abortion in your community. Wisconsin location include Appleton, Green Bay, La Crosse, Madison, Manitowoc, Milwaukee, Sheboygan, and Waukesha. View more information on each location here.

OCTOBER 14, WAUKESHA – You're invited to the Treasure Life Event fundraisers for WELS Lutherans for Life on Friday, October 14, at the Milwaukee Marriott West Hotel (W231n1600 Corporate Ct, Waukesha, WI 53186). The Luncheon is at 12:00 p.m. and the Banquet is at 6:30 p.m. The featured speaker, Kirk Walden, invites you to leave the challenges of the day behind and get ready to laugh. These events are filled with humor, challenge, vision, and hope. In addition, be prepared for a surprising view on the true impact of pregnancy help ministries all over the country. These events are complimentary, but registration is required. Tables will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. All funds raised will directly support life-affirming help for abortion-vulnerable mothers, youth development, pregnancy support for women, parenting education, and after-abortion support. Find all the details and register here. Questions? Call 414-727-8176 or email contact@ALife2.com

OCTOBER 18 – White Mass for Health Care Professionals at St. Mary Visitation Parish (1260 Church St, Elm Grove, WI 53122) sponsored by the Milwaukee Catholic Medical Guild. Archbishop Listecki will celebrate Mass starting at 6:00 p.m. This will be followed by a complementary light dinner and presentation by Dr./Sister Edith Mary Hart, titled End of Life: Caring for the Human Person While Preparing the Soul. View the flyer here.

NOVEMBER 5, FOND DU LAC – First Saturdays Traveling Rosary for Life. Join us for Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Reconciliation, and Rosary for Life on Saturday, November 5, at 8:00 a.m. at the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church (701 Michigan Avenue, North Fond du Lac, WI). Each month a different parish in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee will host a Rosary for Life on the First Saturday of the month. View the flyer here. For a complete listing, please email Deacon Jim Matthias at matthiasj@archmil.org

NOVEMBER 8, LA CROSSE – Join us on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 for a Pro-Life Benefit in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Vote pro-life and then come to the Pro-Life Benefit evening at 5:30 p.m. in the beautiful Cargill Room at the Waterfront (328 Front St S, La Crosse, WI 54601). Our speaker will be Anna DeMeuse, Communications Director of Pro-Life Wisconsin. You will enjoy hearing from this young woman who is afire for life! Plenty of free hot and cold hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Funds will benefit Pro-Life Wisconsin Education Task Force, and raffle basket proceeds will aid local pro-life groups. Call Marie Allen with questions at 608-784-5189.

DECEMBER 3, PEWAUKEE – First Saturdays Traveling Rosary for Life. Join us for Rosary and Holy Hour on Saturday, December 3, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Anthony on the Lake Parish (W280N2101 Prospect Ave., Pewaukee, WI). Each month a different parish in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee will host a Rosary for Life on the First Saturday of the month. View the flyer here. For a complete listing, please email Deacon Jim Matthias at matthiasj@archmil.org

JANUARY 7, SHEBOYGAN – First Saturdays Traveling Rosary for Life. Join us for Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Reconciliation, and Rosary for Life on Saturday, January 7, at 8:00 a.m. at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Parish, (822 New Jersey Ave, Sheboygan, WI). Each month a different parish in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee will host a Rosary for Life on the First Saturday of the month. View the flyer here. For a complete listing, please email Deacon Jim Matthias at matthiasj@archmil.org

For inclusion on this list, please send a PDF or JPEG of the event flyer along with a short write-up about your event to info@ProLifeWI.org