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Maryland Churches Display "721" Memorials.(Brief Article)
Churches in Maryland are spreading the pro-life message through displays known as "721" memorials. The displays feature 721 crosses, representing the number of unborn babies killed by abortion every hour of every working day in America.
The memorials, organized by Maryland Right to Life and the Knights of Columbus, have appeared in St. Mary, Charles, Prince George's, and Wicomico Counties. Already this year, 17 churches of different faith traditions, including Baptist, Presbyterian, and Catholic, have hosted the displays.
"It usually takes about 6 to 10 volunteers to put up the memorials," ...
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Source: HighBeam Research, Maryland Churches Display "721" Memorials.(Brief Article)