With just over 5 weeks until the general election, it is more important than ever to inform people of the dangers of Amendment 3. Many new resources are available that show the truth about this harmful proposal.
- Let’s Talk about Amendment 3 video – Fr. Mitchell Baer, Associate Pastor at Immaculate Conception in Dardenne Prairie, speaks with compassion and clarity about Amendment 3. Take 5 minutes to watch and share this video.
- Amendment 3 Intertwines Abortion with Other Forms of Reproductive Services – Dr. Alexa Williams, an OB/GYN, warns that Amendment 3 language is confusing because it essentially includes “no restrictions, no safety standards, no parental consent for minors and no limitations on taxpayer funding.” [St. Louis Review]
- Proposed Amendment Would Enshrine Abortion in State’s Constitution, Take Away Protections – Amendment 3 would go far beyond ensuring what its promotors call “the right to reproductive freedom.” Not only would it allow practically unrestricted access to elective abortion at any stage of pregnancy, it would override safeguards in Missouri law that help protect women from unsafe abortions. [Catholic Missourian]
- Bishop Johnston’s video and letter: Addressing the extreme consequences of Amendment 3
- Bishop McKnight’s video and written statement: On life, let us be guided by God’s mercy
- The Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau is participating in the Eucharistic Rosary Congress from October 4 through October 11
- Visit the MCC website for more resources!