The IPHC Responds to the End of “Roe v. Wade”
Author: Doug Beacham
June 24, 2022, marks a significant day in the United States for respecting the life of the unborn. In Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the United States Supreme Court ruling reads, “The Constitution does not confer a right to abortion; Roe v. Wade, 410 U. S. 113, and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pa. v. Casey, 505 U. S. 833, are overruled; the authority to regulate abortion is returned to the people and their elected representatives” (www.supremecourt.gov). This decision is a much-needed legal and moral correction to the 1973 Roe ruling that led to over sixty million citizens lost to our nation.
For over thirty years the International Pentecostal Holiness Church has spoken against abortion on demand, and in 1997 added to the IPHC Manual our opposition to such practices. In various ways the IPHC has advocated for the unborn and for women facing difficult life decisions. These include:
Author: Doug Beacham
June 24, 2022, marks a significant day in the United States for respecting the life of the unborn. In Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the United States Supreme Court ruling reads, “The Constitution does not confer a right to abortion; Roe v. Wade, 410 U. S. 113, and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pa. v. Casey, 505 U. S. 833, are overruled; the authority to regulate abortion is returned to the people and their elected representatives” (www.supremecourt.gov). This decision is a much-needed legal and moral correction to the 1973 Roe ruling that led to over sixty million citizens lost to our nation.
For over thirty years the International Pentecostal Holiness Church has spoken against abortion on demand, and in 1997 added to the IPHC Manual our opposition to such practices. In various ways the IPHC has advocated for the unborn and for women facing difficult life decisions. These include:
- Royal Home Ministries, which provides women with safe and supportive environments where they can carry their child to birth, learn parenting skills, and continue their education. IPHC and local IPHC congregations are strong supporters of this ministry.
- Other pro-life centers across the USA that are supported and encouraged by IPHC local congregations giving women alternatives to abortion, including adoption.
- IPHC participation in national and state March for Life events.
- Pro-life advocacy with local and state governments.
- Prayer and advocacy with state legislators, governors, and courts.
- Continued and expanded compassionate care and hope for women facing difficult decisions.
- Continued support for the Royal Home and other pro-life local entities.