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Dublin, Ireland

October 28, 2016

“So far we have had four confirmed saves,” said Carolyn, the 40 Days for Life leader in Dublin.

But there’s still much work to be done.

“Last week a couple cancelled their appointment at the clinic and came to our pregnancy centre,” she said. But even after meeting with the counselors there, they weren’t sure what to do.

“We kept praying,” she said, “and they sent a text to say they’re keeping the baby – but need all the help we can give. They’re coming in soon for help and support.”

The group met another young woman who was leaning towards abortion – until she had a rather disturbing dream. “She knew immediately that this was her sign,” Carolyn said, “and she called me to say she was going to keep her baby.”

Carolyn added, “I just want you to know how blessed we are to be a part of this life-changing campaign.”

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DAY 32: Great media coverage!

October 29, 2016

You won’t be surprised to hear that the media is not typically pro-life.

However, 40 days for Life campaigns are getting excellent media coverage at the local level. The media typically thinks the vigils are there to intimidate or harass, but when they go out to the vigil they see the truth — in the form of peaceful, prayerful volunteers.

The joy of our volunteers and leaders stands in stark contrast to Planned Parenthood employees, who won’t usually appear on camera, choosing instead to offer cold prepared statements.

The UNITED bus tour has been the focus of increasing — and increasingly positive — local media coverage. And Christian media has been welcoming, as always … in reports such as an excellent feature article that appeared in the National Catholic Register.