Let us celebrate this momentous day which marks the fruit of more than 50 years of prayer and witness by the faithful through America. Today the Supreme Court of the United States issued an opinion in the Dobbs v Jackson stating that there is no unqualified constitutional right to abortion in America.

Although it will not affect the present abortion regulation here in New York State, this decision will permit states to restrict abortion beyond the narrow parameters of Roe v Wade and Planned Parenthood v Casey. It is expected that up to 26 states will outlaw or restrict abortion in response to this decision.

We still have a lot of work ahead of us in New York, as the loud, angry, potentially violent response of the pro-abortion movement makes clear. But today the highest court in our nation recognizes that the sacredness of human life is a good above that of personal "privacy". Our country begins to acknowledge that abortion is not just routine "healthcare" but an action which not only takes a life but deeply affects women and our whole society.

Please see the statement of the Bishops of New York State here 

The Archdiocese of New York has promised to support any woman who finds herself pregnant and in need and we plan to redouble our efforts as we pray that more and more women here will take courage from this decision to listen to their hearts and not their fears. Join us by getting involved with Walking with Moms in Need. 

It is also a time to continue the healing of our culture from the devastating effects of abortion, please spread the word about the beautiful healing ministries available for men, women and families who are in need of God's mercy. 

Rejoicing in the Lord,

Sr. Virginia Joy, S.V.

Sr. Mary Margaret Hope, S.V.