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August 28, 1999
Eagle Forum of Illinois "Over 400 Gather at Christ Hospital to Pray for Unborn"

Concerned citizens -- both Catholic and Protestant -- of the south suburban area gathered on the lawn of Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn, IL on August 28, 1999. The people gathered to pray for Christ Hospital administration and their practice of inducing certain babies in the second trimester to a premature birth, only to face death when medical assistance is withheld.

The prayer vigil was a joint effort of several pastors and priests in the local area. Over 400 people stood respectfully for over 45 minutes as prayers were voiced on behalf of the babies, their mothers, the hospital administrators and staff, and state legislators.

The prayer vigil clearly indicated the community's concern for hospital policies which endanger the lives of innocent babies and their poorly-informed mothers. Another vigil is planned for October 2, if Christ Hospital continues the practice.

Eagle Forum of Illinois encourages citizens who believe Christ Hospital (and other hospitals) should stop this horrendous practice to attend the October 2 prayer vigil at Christ Hospital located in Oak Lawn, Illinois, at the intersection of 95th Street and Kedzie Avenue.

The prayer service will begin at 10:30 am.

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