At a time like this, when we work together, with one heart and mind, we achieve our one aim: to preserve life. We do what we promise we will do. That is actually why we (EMC and Sisters of Charity) exist.
Last week, a girl walked into our Brooklyn office. She is about 17 weeks pregnant. Her parents want to force her into abortion against her wish. She was driven out of the house unless she would comply and get abortion. But killing her baby was the last thing on her mind. She had to run away, to 44 Court street of course since she had known and worked with Linda some years ago.
It was very difficult to get a quick solution to her problem of homelessnes. But, eventually, after some days of refuge at the Life House, this homeless girl/mother was given a home by the Sisters of Charity. These nuns may not realise what relief they give to the rejected and homeless. But those who receive their services, no, sacrifice, will remain ever grateful to them.
What touches me most is not the house but the services they render to the homeless mothers: they provide for their meals and other needs, cook for them, clean their rooms, etc. What else could they need from the lowly nuns? Nothing. They have received all.
No wonder, then, why God blesses the good with everlasting life. That will be the reward of the Sisters of Charity! Amen!
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