Topics We Cover On This Episode [3:50] Jim Ball: Leader of the Green Bay, Wisconsin 40DFL campaign [5:02] The first 24/7 vigil that happened in Green Bay - before Jim got involved [6:45] What’s the point of having a vigil when an abortion facility is closed? [8:23] How 24/7 vigils put pressure on those in charge of abortion facilities [13:39] The type of men who work the overnight shifts in the 24/7 vigils [15:55] The practical challenges of overcoming weather conditions in Green Bay [22:01] How to expand from smaller vigils to 24 hour vigils [27:00] Has Shawn really welched on the bet that Jim won?
In the fight to end abortion many innovative approaches are being taken - but what’s happened in Green Bay, Wisconsin is one of the most powerful yet. Jim Ball has been actively leading groups of men and women in 24/7 vigils outside abortion facilities to pray and provide a hopeful presence in the darkness of the abortion culture. In this conversation, Jim shares stories and stats about how these 24-hour 40 DFL campaigns are impacting those involved and the communities they serve.
What’s the point of being at an abortion facility when it’s closed at night?Jim Ball leads a group of men in Green Bay, Wisconsin who call themselves “Silent No More.” Their name comes from the belief that men have been silent about abortion for far too long and that as part of their God-given role as protectors of women, men need to rise up to see it done. It’s this group of men who take the night shifts in the Green Bay 40DFL 24-hour vigils. No matter the weather or obstacles these men spend their time praying and demonstrating solidarity against the abortion industry. In this conversation, Jim shares the impact the 24/7 team in Green Bay has had. It’s super encouraging so don’t miss it.
24/7 vigils put pressure on those in charge of abortion facilitiesThe sacrifice and commitment required to pull off a 24/7 vigil for a period of 40 days is part of what motivates those in charge of abortion facilities to leave communities. The vigils draw public attention to the issue and enable the hidden side of what happens inside the facilities to be dragged into the light for everyone to see. It’s that kind of exposure that causes those running abortion facilities to cave to the pressure over time. Green Bay’s abortion industry has been effectively shut down by this kind of pressure and Jim Ball says he’s been told that the 24/7 vigils played a huge part in that happening. You can hear the encouraging stories of what has happened in Green Bay and learn how you can take steps to see the same things happen in your community, on this episode.
Weather is not allowed to be an obstacle to ending abortionThere are few places in the world with winters harsher than Green Bay, Wisconsin. Can you imagine the dedication and sacrifice required to walk a vigil at 3 AM - in Green Bay - in a blizzard? That’s the experience many of the men involved in the Green Bay 40DFL campaign have had and not one of them regrets it. Though the conditions are harsh and the nights can be long, they are committed to the end of abortion - and have effectively seen it come about in Green Bay, in part through their sacrifice. Listen to hear how 24/7 vigils accomplished the end of abortion in Green Bay, on this episode.
It’s in sacrifice that true joy is foundJim Ball notes that there is a lot of talk in our society about suffering - but he feels there should also be a light shining on the power of sacrifice. It’s in sacrificing for the sake of others that we find joy - not necessarily in a “feel good” way while we are making the sacrifice, but from the satisfaction we feel when we see the blessing our sacrifice has been in the lives of others. That’s when the sacrifice is seen for what it is - a loving act that has brought life and joy to another human being. Jim explains how the 24/7 vigils in the Green Bay 40DFL campaign have provided that kind of joy for its participants, on this episode.
Resources & People Mentioned Green Bay, Wisconsin 40 Days For Life See Jim’s "Silent No More" video Connect With 40 Days For Life www.40DaysForLife.com On Facebook On Twitter Email Sign Up App Tweets You Can Use to Spread the WordHow 24 hour vigils helped end #abortion in #GreenBay. Hear the encouraging #ProLife story on this episode of #40DaysForLife. #PrayToEndAbortion #EndAbortion
What’s the point of protesting at an #abortion facility when it’s closed at night? Find out the powerful impact 24/7 vigils had in #GreenBay on this episode of #40DaysForLife. #EndAbortion #abortion #ProLife
24/7 vigils put pressure on those in charge of #abortion facilities. Find out the incredible impact it has on this episode of #40DaysForLife. #EndAbortion #ProLife
Weather is not allowed to be an obstacle to ending #abortion in #GreenBay. Listen to these stories of incredible sacrifice on this episode of #40DaysForLife. #EndAbortion #ProLife
It’s in sacrificing for others that true joy is found. Listen to these stories of incredible sacrifice on behalf of the victims of #abortion this episode of #40DaysForLife. #EndAbortion #EndAbortion #ProLife
