Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy."  (Mt. 5:7)
Why?  
    
     That we might be faithful and pleasing to God by saving the physical lives of God's precious infants through
the spiritual conversion of their mothers. 
 
     That we might grow closer to God by experiencing the mystery of His Cross. By denying ourselves comfort
 in the morning, we will better find out what Calvary is like.

     That we might more clearly realize Christ's personal love for each one of us, and  know the joy of having
 responded to His call.

     That we might learn to pray, offer penances, abandon the results of our labors to God, and recognize
that it is God's power and love which will overcome the evil of abortion and soften the hearts of those who
participate