The Knights of Columbus, once again, celebrated our annual Day of the Unborn on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church.  The celebration began with a Mass for the Unborn at 8 AM with 4th degree Knights in full regalia serving as an Honor Guard.

Immediately before mass there was a presentation on the absolute need for everyone’s involvement in the pro-life movement if we wish to overcome the tremendous push by the pro-death crowd and end abortion once and for all.  A beautiful mass was concelebrated by both Father James and a visiting missionary priest, Father Lewis, who gave a very dynamic homily on the tragedy of abortion.

After mass everyone processed to the Memorial Garden for testimonial presentations by our very own, Charlie Hafner and Lisa Mackey of the Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic (CPC).  Their testimonials showed how God’s love for us is returned manyfold when we put our trust in Him, particularly in choosing life despite a fetus’ serious medical condition.  Also presented was the tragedy that occurs after an abortion and the impact it has on entire families.  The pain goes on forever and still tears of regret come forty years later.  Following that it was asked if anyone else would like to share any experience they may have had regarding an up or down abortion decision.  There were two people, Jim Dainty and Pat Saunders, who spoke of their own personal situations and, once again, the beauty of God’s love for us shined through their accountings of choosing life.  After the testimonials Charlie and Patti Hafner led a hymn to our Blessed Lady.  Following that a seven hour prayer vigil from 10 AM to 5 PM took place in the chapel praying for the lives of the unborn and the end of abortion.  Fellowship time in the church basement took place with coffee and donuts provided by the knights.