Directory of
Pro-Life
Resources
2005-2006
MCCL
Since 1968
M INNESOTA C ITIZENS C ONCERNED F O R L IFE
4249 Nicollet Avenue
Minneapolis MN 55409
Phone 612.825.6831 Fax 612.825.5527
www.mccl.org
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Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life
Beginning in 1968 as a small group of Minnesota residents willing to
speak up for the right to life for all persons, MCCL has become the
nation’s largest state pro-life organization with more than 77,000
contributors and 241 chapters statewide.
MCCL Mission Statement
“The mission of Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life is to secure
protection for innocent human life from conception until natural death
through effective education, legislation and political action.”
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MCCL Resource Center
This directory is a complete listing of MCCL pro-life resources on
abortion, infanticide and euthanasia. The MCCL Resource Center
at the State Office includes the following materials:
Brochures, Booklets and Pamphlets ...................................... 6
Lending Library
Books ............................................................................. 14
Videos ............................................................................ 21
Audio Cassettes ........................................................... 25
Promotional Materials.........................................................28
Posters, Banners and Displays ..............................................29
Event Materials..................................................................... 31
Resources for Students & Teachers ..................................... 32
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• Brochures, Booklets and Pamphlets •
Most of these materials are also available for ordering at MCCL’s online Print Ship by visiting www.mccl.org/printshop1.htm
Abortion: The Black Woman’s Voice
Six African-American women state their views of
abortion. The pamphlet includes information on the
effects of abortion on the African-American community.
Suggested Donation $.10
Abortion: Some Medical Facts
American citizens have a right to be informed of the
medical procedures and health considerations related to
abortion. This well-referenced booklet details the
various methods of abortion.
Suggested Donation: $.30
Abortion Statistics
This pamphlet summarizes abortion statistics for
Minnesota and the United States since the Roe v. Wade
ruling. It highlights and clarifies misconceptions by
presenting factual research conducted by scholarly
institutions.
Suggested Donation: $.05
American Victims of Abortion
This brochure describes the purpose and need for
American Victims of Abortion, an organization for
people who have been touched by abortion.
Suggested Donation: $.10
American War Casualties
This pamphlet is a powerful visual demonstration of the
lives lost from abortion in comparison to lives lost during
the wars in which the United States was involved.
Suggested Donation: $.10
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Brochures, Booklets and Pamphlets
Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia: Questions You Should
Ask Your Doctor
This 5-page booklet explains the difference between
assisted suicide and euthanasia. It gives excellent
advice as to how to approach your doctor about this
important issue, as well as what questions to ask him or
her.
Suggested Donation: $.30
A Baby’s First Months
Explores the beauty and wonder of the unborn child’s
first 23 weeks in the womb. Featuring beautiful color
photographs of the unborn child, it is effective in
warming the hearts of every reader.
Suggested Donation: $.30
Breast Cancer: The Deadly After-Effect of Abortion
This pamphlet explores the question of how abortion
can increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer. A thorough overview of this controversial topic, it includes
statistics, examples and research findings.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Breast Cancer: Risks and Choices
This resource offers a solid argument on the link
between abortion and breast cancer through welldocumented research and an interview with Dr. Joel
Brind.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Campaign Finance “Reform”: New Threat to Pro-Life
Speech Rights
Addresses commonly misunderstood facts about socalled campaign finance reform and the potential
suppression of pro-life free speech.
Suggested Donation: $.10
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The Case Against Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia
In this 5-page booklet, the issues of euthanasia and
assisted suicide are addressed, as well as their definitions, differences and possible legal ramifications.
There are dangers even when patients are allowed to
“freely” request death.
Suggested Donation: $.30
Diary of an Unborn Child
This pamphlet describes the development of an unborn
child through the first 12 weeks of life. With detailed
pictures, it shows the true gift of life for every human
being. (Also available in Spanish)
Suggested Donation: $.10
Doe v. Gomez
This brochure gives the chronology of events leading to
the Minnesota Supreme Court decision that “found” a
right to abortion in the Minnesota Constitution and
mandated taxpayer funding of abortion for any reason.
Graph shows abortions paid for with tax dollars.
Suggested Donation: $.05
I Am an American
This well-designed one-page flier urges readers to
speak out for the unborn, who cannot speak for themselves. It offers a brief description of milestones
reached throughout fetal development, as well as a few
alarming abortion statistics.
Suggested Donation: $.10
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Brochures, Booklets and Pamphlets
If You Are Pregnant: Information on Fetal Development,
Abortion and Alternatives
This 26-page resource was created by the Minnesota
Department of Health in response to the Woman’s Right
to Know Act, which requires that a woman be provided
with certain information at least 24 hours prior to
having an abortion. Includes the medical risks associated with pregnancy and abortion, the age and development of her unborn child, and medical assistance benefits that may be available to her. Also included are
color photos and illustrations, as well as detailed information concerning fetal development, the types and
risks of abortion, and the father’s legal responsibility.
(Also available in Spanish)
Suggested Donation: Shipping Only
Language of Illusion: The Abortion Slogans
This brochure addresses a few common arguments in
defense of abortion, such as “Every child a wanted
child,” and clearly explains the false and illogical reasoning behind them.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Life Before Birth
This famous reprint is a collection of outstanding color
photos of the developing child with accompanying text.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Life Holds No Guarantees ...
Beautifully designed with close-up pictures of an unborn
child, this brochure presents a compassionate message
to people who face an unplanned pregnancy. It invites
them to contact MCCL for our list of nearly 100 pregnancy care centers across the state.
Suggested Donation: $.10
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MCCL - Abortion Destroys So Much
The most recent Minnesota abortion statistics offer a
powerful argument to restore protection to unborn
children and their mothers.
Suggested Donation: $.10
MCCL Resource Book
A comprehensive reference of the organization’s
programs and accomplishments, pro-life educational
material and much more. This annual publication offers
and a quick reference to all that is happening locally and
nationally to preserve the gift of life.
Suggested Donation: $8.00
Now More than Ever!
This brochure offers a comprehensive look at the
National Right to Life Committee, including its history,
use of media, legislative efforts and outreach programs.
A great way to learn about the nation’s largest pro-life
organization!
Suggested Donation: $.10
Pain Management: RX for True Dignity
Exploration of people’s natural fear of pain is a major
contribution to acceptance of euthanasia. This brochure
offers comprehensive and practical responses to
irresponsible claims regarding pain control.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Partial-Birth Abortion
This double-sided flier takes the reader step-by-step
through the partial-birth abortion process, including
accurate drawings of the procedure. Provides direct
quotes from doctors who agree that this gruesome
procedure is dangerous, medically unnecessary and far
too common.
Suggested Donation: $.05
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Brochures, Booklets and Pamphlets
Pregnant? Need Help?
This tri-fold brochure is an excellent tool for reaching
out to those in a crisis pregnancy situation. It offers a
list of nearly 100 pregnancy care centers throughout
Minnesota, as well as a few in neighboring states. Also
included is a short description of organizations offering
maternity, adoption and post-abortion support. (Also
available in Spanish)
Suggested Donation: $.05
Protecting Human Life
This beautiful 10-page booklet describes in depth
MCCL’s focus on educating the public, organizing and
unifying pro-lifers, and motivating this grassroots force
into action. Packed with information, illustrated with
heart-warming color pictures.
Suggested Donation: $1.00
RU-486: A Human Pesticide
This pamphlet provides a thorough overview of RU-486,
the controversial chemical abortifacient. The history,
procedure, complications and risks of RU-486 are all
covered, including responses to claims that it is quick,
cheap and safe.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Stem Cell Research: Truth vs. Hype
Through the progress of biomedical technology, this
pamphlet details the differences between adult and
embryonic stem cell research while clarifying common
misconceptions of the “advances” with embryonic stem
cell research.
Suggested Donation: $.05
Talking with a Friend Who’s Considering Abortion
Directed toward pro-life teens, this brochure gives
helpful advice to those who want to help their pregnant
friends find a way through pregnancy and childbirth.
Suggested Donation: $.10
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Taxpayer Protection Act
In a very informative, easy-to-read format, this brochure explains how we can get state government out of
the abortion business by passing the Taxpayer Protection Act. This bill would prevent tax dollars from being
given to organizations that perform, advocate or refer
for abortions.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Troubling Questions Surround Assisted Suicide and
Euthanasia
This 6-page booklet defines euthanasia and assisted
suicide, giving examples of each and explaining potential
situations that may arise concerning these issues, such
as the possibility of patients feeling pressured to
choose death.
Suggested Donation: $.30
Unborn Babies Feel Pain
An excellent resource on fetal pain with beautiful closeup black and white photographs of an unborn child. Cites
research and physiological evidence supporting the fact
that a fetus can feel pain as early as 20 weeks.
Suggested Donation: $.10
Understanding Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia
This 10-page booklet is packed with information about
assisted suicide and euthanasia, including current U.S.
policies, the risks of legalizing physician-assisted
suicide and the issue of pain control. Specific situations
and stories, as well as statistics concerning the Oregon
law allowing physician-assisted suicide.
Suggested Donation: $.30
When Does Life Begin? (Spanish language only)
Full-color, 8-page booklet covering fetal development,
the case for protecting unborn children and an overview
of post-abortion complications.
Suggested Donation: $.30
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When It’s a Matter of Life or Death ... the Questions
You Should Ask
This helpful booklet offers advice about life and death
situations, including difficult decisions concerning
resuscitation, feeding tubes and possible brain damage
or death.
Suggested Donation: $.30
When You Were Formed in Secret
This 32-page booklet, packed with color photos of
unborn children, is an excellent way to become informed
about fetal development month-by-month and the
common abortion procedures used throughout pregnancy. It also offers a list of pro-life organizations and
toll-free hotlines across the United States.
Suggested Donation: $.30
When Your Friend Has Had an Abortion
This brochure goes hand-in-hand with the “Talking with
a Friend Who’s Considering Abortion” brochure, and
offers suggestions on how to support someone who is
hurting after an abortion. Also lists organizations in the
Twin Cities area that offer post-abortion counseling.
Suggested Donation: $.10
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• Lending Library •
Books
Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia Past and Present *
J. C. Willke, M.D.
A very informative resource on end-of-life issues, answering many questions about euthanasia
and assisted suicide both historically and currently.
Be a Friend for Life *
Russ Rooney
Easy-to-read book covers a variety of life-related topics, including pro-life legislation and the
deceptive nature of the abortion industry. The author’s conversational writing style invites
readers to reflect on their own thoughts and opinions on these issues.
The Cost of Abortion: An Analysis of the Social, Economic and Demographic Effects
Lawrence F. Roberge
of Abortion on the United States *
This book offers a powerful argument against abortion and describes the lasting effects that
legalized abortion has had on America.
Culture of Death: The Assault on Medical Ethics in America
Wesley J. Smith
Smith, an attorney for the International Anti-Euthanasia Task Force, shows readers that
America is becoming a country in which life isn’t valued and the medically vulnerable are seen
as having not just a “right” but a “duty” to die.
Death as a Salesman: What’s Wrong with Assisted Suicide? *
Brian P. Johnston
The most dangerous thought facing the American mind, and the one for which it is least
prepared, is the idea of legalizing “assisted suicide.” This book covers every aspect of this
important debate in a clear, easily read format.
Dehumanizing the Vulnerable: When Word Games Take Lives
William Brennan
Sociology professor William Brennan explores the relationship between demeaning words used
to categorize groups of people and actions that resulted once these words were popularized
and accepted. Modern depictions of the unborn and disabled are compared to historical
examples of words used against women, Jews, blacks, Soviet peasants and Native Americans.
* Available for purchase
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Lending Library - Books
Detrimental Effects of Abortion, 3rd ed.
Thomas W. Strahan
Described as the only publication to list all of the major statistically significant studies on
abortion, this book addresses many abortion-related issues, including its psychological,
physical and social effects.
Fighting for Life *
Gov. Robert P. Casey
This is the story of a courageous pro-life Democrat who was suddenly faced with the news
that he had a rare, incurable disease. This moving story tells how Casey fought for his life, in
addition to fighting for stronger American values.
Forced Exit: The Slippery Slope from Assisted Suicide to Legalized Murder
Wesley J. Smith
Smith seeks to expose the deceptions clouding euthanasia and assisted suicide and effectively
describes how allowing these procedures can undermine the value of life itself.
From Conception to Birth: A Life Unfolds
Alexander Tsiaras
Featuring over 100 breathtaking color photographs and computerized visualizations, this book
takes readers on the journey of fetal development, starting at conception all the way through
birth. Detailed, beautiful pictures only possible with modern technology.
Gianna: Aborted ... And Lived to Tell About it
Jessica Shaver
After surviving a saline abortion and struggling with a physical handicap, Gianna Jessen went
on to become a strong advocate for life. Her life was nearly ended by abortion, but now her
inspirational story has touched many lives.
A Grave Danger: Physician-Assisted Suicide
Duquesne Law Review reprint, Vol. 35, 1
A collection of articles and studies on physician-assisted suicide, this book covers many
topics, including historical attitudes toward suicide, how to define “terminally ill,” and ethical
issues in the medical field.
The Hand of God: A Journey from Death to Life by the Abortion Doctor who
Changed his Mind
Bernard Nathanson, M.D.
As a co-founder of NARAL and director of the world’s largest abortion clinic, Dr. Bernard
Nathanson shocked the world when he renounced his profession and became a pro-life
advocate. This is the powerful story of his conversion, in his own words.
* Available for purchase
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The Human Development Hoax: Time to Tell the Truth!
C. Ward Kischer, M.S., Ph.D., and Sianne N. Irving, M.A., Ph.D.
A collection of studies regarding human development and embryology; includes such topics as
fetal research, abortion, ethics and personhood.
Immaculate Deception: The Shifting Agenda of Planned Parenthood
George Grant
The deceptive nature of Planned Parenthood, the largest abortion provider in the country, is
unknown to many, but Grant exposes its secrets and educates readers about its hidden agenda
and influence on society.
The Jericho Plan: Breaking Down the Walls which Prevent Post-Abortion Healing
David C. Reardon
This helpful book explains the thoughts and feelings of those who are experiencing unresolved
grief and pain over a past abortion. Offers insight into post-abortion healing and how to reach
out to struggling and hurting men and women.
Love Them Both: Questions and Answers about Abortion *
Dr. and Mrs. J. C. Willke
A major update of the best-selling Abortion: Questions and Answers, the classic study of the
abortion issue. Illustrated and written in question-answer format.
Margaret Sanders Eugenic Legacy: The Control of Female Fertility
Angela Franks
This work addresses Sanger’s ideas concerning birth control, eugenics, population control and
sterilization against the backdrop of the larger eugenic context.
Passion Child: A True Account of a Girl and an Abortion *
Jamielynn
A teen-aged girl shares her personal perspective on what young adults feel and experience
when faced with pregnancy. She boldly addresses the topic and offers a truthful perspective
on the challenges and misconceptions of teen pregnancy.
The Silent Subject: Reflections on the Unborn in American Culture
Brad Stetson
Well-organized collection of essays about abortion from a variety of perspectives, including
ethical, religious, personal, legal and cultural.
* Available for purchase
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Lending Library - Books
Slouching Towards Gomorrah: Modern Liberalism and American Decline *
Robert H. Bork
Bork offers a prophetic view of America as a nation in serious moral trouble due to the rise of
modern liberalism.
A Symphony of the Preborn Child
Dr. Jerome Lejeune
Dr. Jerome Lejeune, the world dean of geneticists, was called to testify in the well-known
“Tennessee Frozen Human Embryo” case. This book includes his testimony as well as Dr.
Bernard Nathanson’s testimony in the “Coleman” case. Fetal development, descriptions of
abortions, and the ability of the unborn child to feel pain are among the issues they address.
A Treatise on Human Life: An Unalienable Right
Harold D. Kletschka, M.D.
Dr. Kletschka, a surgeon and medical research scientist with a law degree, examines the legal
issues throughout history regarding human life, including laws governing abortion and a
detailed analysis of Roe v. Wade.
Who Broke the Baby?
Jean Staker Garton
An excellent resource for any pro-lifer, this book addresses the commonly used slogans of the
pro-choice movement and provides sound responses to phrases such as, “I am personally
against abortion, but I believe in a woman’s right to choose.”
Women’s Health After Abortion: The Medical and Psychological Evidence, 2nd ed.
Elizabeth Ring-Cassidy and Ian Gentles
Packed with scientific references, this book provides an extensive amount of research on
short and long-term post-abortion health problems. Many health-related topics are covered,
including how abortion affects relationships, subsequent pregnancies and the risk of cancer.
You Aren’t Alone: The Voices of Abortion
Peggy Kirk, M.A.
A wonderful book for any woman facing an unexpected pregnancy. It includes personal stories
from women who have been in crisis pregnancy situations, as well as useful information about
abortion procedures, contraceptives and pro-life organizations where women can seek help.
* Available for purchase
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Archived Books
Aborted Women: Silent No More *
David C. Reardon
Aborting America
Bernard Nathanson, M.D.
Aborting Planned Parenthood
Robert H. Ruff
Abortion Analyzed
Bernard J. Ficarra, M.D., K.S.G.
Abortion and the Christian - What every believer should know *
John Jefferson Davis
Abortion and the Conscience of the Nation
Pres. Ronald Reagan
Abortion and the Constitution: Reversing Roe v. Wade Through the Courts
Dennis J. Horan, Edward R. Grant and Paige C. Cunningham
Abortion and Healing *
Michael T. Mannion
Abortion, Poverty and Black Genocide *
Erma Clardy Craven
The Abortion Holocaust: Today’s Final Solution
William Brennan
Abortion: The Myths, the Realities and the Argument
Germain Grises
The Abortion Papers: Inside the Abortion Mentality
Bernard Nathanson, M.D.
The Abortion Privacy Doctrine
L.D. Wardle
Abortion Questions and Answers
Dr. And Mrs. J.C. Willke
The Abortion Revolution and the Sanctity of Human Life
Allen Quist
Abortion: The Silent Holocaust *
John Powell, S.J.
Abortion and Slavery: History Repeats *
J.C. Willke
All About Me!
Educational Center for Life
As It Is in Heaven
Fr. Don Braukmann
Alone: A Story for Children ... About Abortion!
Gale Patrick Brennan
Before You Were Born
Joan Lowery Nixon
Belief in Human Life
Rev. Anthony T. Padovano
Bright Valley of Love
Edna Hong
Broken Heart: The Rural Chinese
Steven W. Mosher
Call to Conscience: The Pro-life Year in Review
Dave Andrusko
A Child Is Born
Lennart Nilsson
Color Atlas of Life Before Birth: Normal Fetal Development
Marjorie A. England
The Consistent Consecutive Ethic of Life *
Fr. Joseph M. Connors, S.V.D., Ph.D.
The Death Decision
Leonard J. Nelson
Death, Dying and Euthanasia
Dennis J. Horan and David Mall
Death in the Nursery: The Secret Crime of Infanticide James Manney and John C. Blattner
The Developing Human: Clinically Oriented Embryology, 4th ed.
Keith L. Moore
Ethics at the Edges of Life
Paul Ramsey
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Euthanasia, Clinical Practice and the Law *
Luke Gormally
Euthanasia: Killing or Caring? *
Rita L. Marker
The Facts of Life
Jonathan Miller and David Pelma
Feminism Reconsidered: How Women Are Exploited by Abortion
Gail M. Hamilton
Fight for Life *
Kathy Hochderffer
The First Days of Life
Claude Edelmann
The First Nine Months of Life
Geraldine Lux Flanagan
For Every Idle Silence
Henry Hyde
A Gentle Approach: Interacting with a Person Who Is Semi-Conscious or Presumed in Coma
Jane D. Hoyt, M.Ed.
The German Euthanasia Program: Excerpts from “A Sign for Cain”
Fredric Wertham, M.D.
Gertie’s Not Alone
Normand Chartier
Grand Illusions: The Legacy of Planned Parenthood
George Grant
Guaranteeing the Good Life: Medicine and the Return of Eugenics
Richard John Neuhaus
Handbook on Abortion
Dr. And Mrs. J.C. Willke
Handbook for Pregnant Teens
Linda Roggow, M.S.W. and Carolyn Owens
Having Your Baby When Others Say No!
Madeline Pecora Nugent
Human Biology: An Exhibition of Ourselves
British Museum
Human Life and Health Care Ethics
James Bopp, Jr.
Human Life: Our Legacy and Our Challenge
Marcy Cavanagh Sneed
I’d Speak Out on the Issues if I only Knew What to Say
Jane Chastain
Infanticide and the Handicapped Newborn
Dennis Horan and Melinda Delahoyde
In Good Conscience: Abortion and Moral Necessity
David Mall
Journey to the Forbidden China
Steven W. Mosher
The Law and Abortion: An International Study
Ian Gentles
A Lawyer Looks at Abortion
Lynn D. Wardle and MaryAnne Q. Wood
The Legacy of Planned Parenthood *
George Grant
Leslie
Jeanne Anders
Life Before Life
Sarah Hinze
The Life Within: Celebration of a Pregnancy
Jean Hegland
Margaret Sanger: Father of Modern Society
Elasah Drogin
Masterpiece in Progress
Jeff Steinberg
Medical Holocausts Vol. 1
William Brennan
Modern Motherhood
H.M.I. Liley, M.D.
The Morality of Abortion
John T. Noonan
The Mourning After: Help for the Post-Abortion Syndrome
Terry L. Selby
New Perspectives on Human Abortion
Hilgers, Horan and Mall
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Lending Library - Archived Books ________________________________________________________________________
Obstetrical Diagnosis by Radiographic, Ultrasonic and Nuclear Methods
John A. Campbell, M.D.
On Death and Dying
Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
Oral Arguments in the Supreme Court Abortion Decisions
Robert Ratermann
Post-Abortion Trauma: Nine Steps to Recovery *
Jeanette Vought
Pregnant and Alone: How You Can Help an Unwed Friend
Henrietta VanDerMolen
Preview of a Birth: The Fascinating Story of Life Before Birth
Human Development Research Council
A Private Choice: Abortion in America in the Seventies
John T. Noonan, Jr.
Pro-Life Feminism
Gail Grenier Sweet
The Psychological Aspects of Abortion
David Mall and Waler F. Watts, M.D.
Rachel Weeping and other Essays on Abortion
James Tunstead Burtchaell, C.S.C.
Real Choices: Offering Practical, Life-Affirming Alternatives to Abortion
Frederica Mathewes-Green
To Rescue the Future: The Pro-Life Movement in the 1980s
Dave Andrusko
Restoring the Right to Life: The Human Life Amendment
James Bopp, Jr.
Rites of Life: The Scientific Evidence for Life Before Birth
Landrum Shettles, M.D. and David Rorvik
Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton Supreme Court Cases
The Scarlet Lady: Confessions of a Successful Abortionist
Carol Everett
Something Beautiful from God
Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
The Silent Scream: The Complete Text of the Documentary Film with an Authoritative
Response to the Critics
Donald S. Smith, ed. by Don Taner
School-Based Clinics, the Abortion Concern
Richard D. Glasow, Ph.D.
School-Based Clinics and other Critical Issues in Public Education
Barrett L. Mosbacker
Spiritual Reflections of a Pro-Life Pilgrim
Michael T. Mannion
The Story of Birthright: The Alternative to Abortion
Louise Summerhill
That’s Me in Here
Jean Darby
Tilly
Frank E. Peretti
To Keera with Love: Abortion, Adoption or Keeping the Baby
Kayla M. Becker with Connie K. Heckert
To Live or Die? Facing Decisions at the End of Life
C. Everett Koop
To Love a Child
Kim Naert
The Triumph of Hope: A Pro-Life Review of 1988 and a Look to the Future Dave Andrusko
The Unaborted Socrates: A Dramatic Debate on the Issues Surrounding Abortion
Peter Kreeft
Victims and Values: A History and a Theory of Suffering
Joseph A. Amato
The War Against Population
Jacqueline Kasun
* Available for purchase
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Lending Library - Archived Books, Videos
Whatever Happened to the Human Race?
C. Everett Koop, M.D. and Francis A. Schaeffer
* Study guide available for this book and film
When Is It Right to Die? Suicide, Euthanasia, Suffering, Mercy *
Joni Eareckson
When Life and Choice Collide: Essays on Rhetoric and Abortion *
David Mall
When Medicine Went Mad: Bioethics and the Holocaust
Arthur L. Caplan
Who Is for Life?
Mother Teresa and Others
Women and Choice: A New Beginning
Mary Rosera Joyce
The Wonderful Way that Babies are Made
Larry Christenson
The Woodland Hills Tragedy: The Full Story Behind the 16,433 Aborted Babies Found in a
California Suburb
S. Rickly Christian
The World of Nigel Hunt: The Diary of a Mongoloid Youth
Nigel Hunt
The Zero People: Essays on Life
Jeff Lane Hensley
Videos
Abortion-Breast Cancer Link: Convincing scientific evidence,
medical facts and personal testimonials of breast cancer
survivors
Presented by world experts on the abortion-breast cancer
link, video gives evidence, advice and personal stories of
three women who developed breast cancer following abortions. 26 minutes
Abortion: Questions, Answers
Leading pro-life experts Dr. & Mrs. J. C. Willke address fetal development, opinion
polls, “choice,” help for women, fetal handicap and much more. In two, 28-minute
segments.
Abortion: Questions, Answers (abridged edition)
In two parts (15 min. and 10 min.), this video condenses Abortion: Questions,
Answers for use when program time does not allow for full-length version.
Aching Heart
Two women describe candidly and powerfully the circumstances of their abortions
and their post-abortion suffering. 16 minutes
At the Crossroads
This unique two-part video, including spiritual references, blends a dramatic story
with painfully honest interviews of women and men whose lives have been touched by
abortion. Includes a study guide. 26 minutes
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Lending Library - Videos ________________________________________________________________________________
Bearing Burdens: An Alternative to Euthanasia
How should Christians respond to death by choice or obligation? The answer presented in this video may shock you, inform you and warm your heart. 25 minutes
A Chance of a Lifetime
Real- life testimonies focus on how abortion touches lives. 28 minutes
Dear Children
Compelling and compassionate video relates, through true stories, the journey from
pain to healing for those affected by Post-Abortion Syndrome; for women, men,
couples. 30 minutes
Dear Children (abridged edition)
A powerful story, yet short enough to fit easily into a homily or teaching plan;
condenses Dear Children above. 12 minutes
Death as a Salesman: What’s Wrong with Assisted Suicide
Powerful video, packed with facts and solid reasoning, explains why people should
oppose the legalization of assisted suicide. 25 minutes
Eclipse of Reason
A 4½-month-old unborn baby being aborted is seen through fiber-optic display as
Dr. Bernard Nathanson explains the procedure. The introduction by Charlton
Heston questions the seeming conspiracy of silence in the secular media surrounding
the abortion debate. Not recommended for young children. 30 minutes
Euthanasia: False Light
If assisted suicide or euthanasia had been legal when they were told they had
only months to live, Denny Brace, Jim Curly and Kelly Markham might have chosen
death—seduced by the false light of euthanasia. 15 minutes
Euthanasia in the ‘90s
Direct and concise, Msgr. William B. Smith, S.T.D., presents insightful definitions
and challenging responses to the “right to die” arguments being put forth today.
40 minutes
Everyday Miracle: Birth
Fascinating documentary of one couple’s pregnancy and their developing baby, as
monitored with real-time ultrasound (sonography). Excellent for general audience.
30 minutes
How Babies Grow
In this video, Dr. and Mrs. Willke describe the facts of fetal development. A simple
and beautiful telling of how the baby grows inside the mother. 25 minutes
* Available for purchase
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In the Key of Life
Tells Ann Strubler’s inspiring journey from adoption at 10 days after birth, to a
world class violinist, to marriage and motherhood, to her miraculous reunion with a
special kind of mother who chose to give her life. 5 minutes
An Island of Genius
A sequel to “May’s Miracle”, this video updates viewers on the life of Leslie Lemke
through old family photos and his present life as a musical genius. A discussion of
Leslie’s condition, savant syndrome, is also included. 29 minutes
Journey to Your Birthday
Designed especially for young children, explains their wonderful growth and development before they were born. Appealing pictures and gentle narration will hold
children’s interest and help them understand they were alive and human before they
were born. Recommended for grades K–3. 6½ minutes
Let Me Live: The Anthem of the Unborn by Pat Boone
A beautiful and gentle appeal by unborn children for the opportunity to be born.
Excellent for showing to young audiences. 5 minutes
Living Proof—A Visual Encounter with the Unborn
Through specialized scopes and real-time ultrasound, the wonder of human reproduction is revealed—ovulation, conception and the dynamic growth of the fully
unique unborn human person. 38 minutes
A Matter of Life or Death*
Excellent educational video covers fetal development, ultrasound, abortion methods,
post-abortion trauma, the civil rights/Holocaust parallel and more. Shows the fastmoving connection of abortion to infanticide and euthanasia. For use in junior and
senior high schools or colleges, church and civic groups or religious education. (Also
available for purchase from MCCL for a requested donation of $25.00). 16 minutes
May’s Miracle
The true story of May Lemke and her severely handicapped adopted son, Leslie,
stands as a moving testimonial against the practices of abortion and infanticide. (For
sequel, see “An Island of Genius.”) 28 minutes
MCCL 2005 Legislative Dinner
Ann Marie Cosgrove, President of Silent No More Minnesota, shares her personal
story of life after undergoing two abortions. The community, members of MCCL and
elected officials are inspired by her testimony.
* Available for purchase
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The Miracle of Life
The much-acclaimed “Nova” public television presentation which traces the biological
development of the components of human reproduction. Amazing microscopic photography and accompanying narration detail the developing sperm and egg, their union,
and the growth of a new individual. Includes the actual birth of a child.
55 minutes
Parents’ Rights Denied
A response to a pro-abortion video which used the tragic case of Becky Bell to
attack parental notification laws, this video focuses on the need to involve parents in
their teenagers’ abortion decisions. Features interviews with young women who had
secret abortions and now regret them, parents who would have supported them if
they had known, legislators working for parental notification laws, and a former
abortion clinic employee who sold abortions to teens without parental knowledge.
20 minutes.
Partial-Birth Abortion
Registered nurse Brenda Pratt Shafer, who witnessed partial-birth abortions,
describes the brutal procedure at an MCCL-sponsored rally at the Minnesota State
Capitol. 26 minutes
The Question of Nutrition and Hydration
An informative, inspiring and compassionate discussion on the topic of withdrawing
food and water from non-dying patients. Includes a moving interview with Barbara
Blodgett, the mother who, while in a coma, carried her baby to term. 23 minutes
The Right Choice
Powerful and moving story of one teen’s journey from the despair of the abortion
clinic to the hope of new life. The unexpected voice that guides her on this journey
is that of her own unborn child. A leader’s discussion guide accompanies the video.
20 minutes
The Right to Kill
Can illness, age or wanting to die justify medical killing? Through interviews with
individuals on both sides, this question is argued with candor. 58 minutes
Saving Lives: A Quarter-Century of Unconditional Love
National Right to Life video features many video clips and photos of memorable prolife leaders and events during the first 25 years since the passing of Roe v. Wade.
30 minutes
* Available for purchase
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Lending Library - Videos, Audio Cassettes
The Silent Scream
A first-trimester suction abortion seen on an ultrasound screen from the victim’s
point of view, including responses of the 12-week fetus to being aborted. The
abortion is described by Dr. Bernard Nathanson. 27 minutes
Sonogram—The Early Days
This video is a narrated, 12-minute condensed version of “Ultrasound—Eyewitness
to the Earliest Days of Life,” depicting highlights of babies’ development. The
program repeats five times on the tape making this format suitable for use in a
booth or exhibit. 60 minutes (12 minutes x 5)
Ultrasound: Eyewitness to the Earliest Days of Life
Utilizing state-of-the-art ultrasound imaging, ultrasonographer Shari Richard
reveals in exquisite detail the life of the unborn child. For shortened version, see
“Sonogram-The Early Days.” 28 minutes
Ultrasound: A Window to the Womb
The first 28 minutes are “Eyewitness to the Earliest Days of Life” (description
above) with an additional 17 minutes dealing with an actual abortion. 45 minutes
What’s Going On in There?
This delightful video is an educational and entertaining musical production which
depicts the special life systems of the unborn child. Excellent for schools; recommended for grades 4–5. 23 minutes
Who Broke the Baby?
Based on the book of the same title by Jean Garton, the slogans of abortion advocates are examined for their true meaning. Excellent for teenagers, appropriate
for all audiences. 30 minutes
Audio Cassettes
The following cassette tapes are from the
“Infinite Possibilities” 2004 NRLC Convention
Current Congressional Efforts to Protect Unborn Children
Johnson
The Death Toll from RU-486
O’Bannon
Ethics of Treatment Withholding and Withdrawal – Questions and Answers
From Tears to Triumph: Abortion Aftermath
* Available for purchase
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Balch, Esajiw, Kehoe
Dierks
Lending Library - Audio Cassettes ________________________________________________________________________
iJudgment or Hope? How to Respond When She Tells You about her Abortion
Life in the First Nine Months – Outline of Human Fetology
Gans, Cross, Lord
Franz
Lost Fatherhood and the Male Response to Abortion
Wemhoff, Rolling
Overcoming Pro-Abortion Opposition Within a Congregation or Denomination
Sheldon, Brown
Promoting Alternatives to Abortion with Pro-Life Educational Materials
Rationing, Price Controls and Life-Saving Drugs
O’Bannon, Landrum
Balch, Haislmeier
Surviving a Teen Pregnancy
Thirty Years and Counting: A Long, Cold Journey to the Truth
Bell, Duran
Gans, Cross
When They Say ... You Say
Balch, Gans
The following cassette tapes are from the
“They’ve Got a Friend for Life” 2002 NRLC Convention
Effectiveness of Ultrasound in Pregnancy Decision-Making
Keroack
Perinatal Hospice: Madigan Army Hospital
Prenatal Care for Uninsured Pregnant Women
Calhoun
Jacobs
The following cassette tapes are from the
“Working Together for Their Lives” 2001 NRLC Convention
The 3 R’s of Politics for 2002: Redistricting, Recruiting and Registration
Tobias, Spence
Abortion Goes to the Movies: Pro-Life Images in Film – The Present
Abortion Goes to the Movies: Pro-Life Images in Film – The History
Bioethics and the Threat ... Life
By the Numbers: Understanding Abortion Polls and Statistics
McEldowney
McEldowney
Smith
O’Steen
The Church, the Media, and the State
Pavone, Ohlhoff, Echevarria
The Continuing Battle to Legalize Physician-Assisted Suicide
Atteberry, Listing, Nolan, Johnston
Debating Euthanasia Part 1: Answering the Quality of Life and Autonomy
Balch
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Lending Library - Audio Cassettes
Debating Euthanasia Part II: When They Say ... You Say
Developing a Pro-Life Outreach on Your College Campus
Hougens, Nolan, Balch, Kral
Phelan, Antkowiak, Miller
Effective Speaking and Debating
Identifying Pro-Lifers in Your State and Local Community
Parker, Echevarria, Gans
St. Martin
The Politics of Abortion
Non-Profit Mail: Making Sure You Are Within Legal Limits
Hannity
Denton
The Pro-Life Movement and Congress
Science Strikes Back: An Update on Abortion and Breast Cancer
Johnson
Brind
The Story of Planned Parenthood: What’s Up at America’s Top Abortion Chain
O’Bannon
Pickup
Franz
To Be, or Not to Be: The Human Family
Trends in Abortion Statistics and Opinion Polls
Balch, Gans
Pavone
When They Say ... You Say
Working Together ... For Their Lives
The following cassette tapes are from the
2001 MCCL State Conference in St. Cloud, MN
General Session: Building a Legacy for Life
General Session: Legislative Issues 2002
LaLonde, Fischbach, St. Martin
St. Martin, Rosenberg, Griffin, Rau
Luncheon: Campaign Reform - What the Media and Politicians Won’t Tell You Bopp
Prayer Breakfast: Building a Personal Legacy for Life
Voulk
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• Promotional Materials •
Precious Feet pin (gold or silver)
Precious Hands pin (gold)
Suggested Donation: $1.00
Suggested Donation: $1.00
MCCL Pencils (blue w/white lettering)
Suggested Donation $.25
Balloons - “MCCL Choose Life”
Suggested Donation$ .10
Wristbands - “ProtectLife”(green)
Suggested Donation $1.00
Pins
Suggested Donation $.25
- I’m a pro-life Democrat. I want my party back
- Support Positive Alternatives
- Thanks mom for life!
Stickers
Bags – “MCCL Building
Pro-Life Communities”
Suggested Donation $.25
Bumper Stickers
Suggested Donation $.25
Abortion ends dreams
Anti-Abortion Funding
Choose Life (fuzzy bear stickers)
Dreams begin with life
Eliminate Human Problems, Not Human Beings
Life ... The First Right!
Life (red rose sticker)
One Abortion = One Dead, One Wounded
Pro-Woman, Pro-Child, Pro-Life
Stop Abortion: Vote Pro-Life
Thanks Mom for Life!
Suggested Donation: $1.00
Abortion is Not Health Care
ABORTION: Leading cause of death in Minnesota
STOP partial-birth abortions
Support a Human Life Amendment
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• Posters, Banners and Displays •
Posters
“Declaration of Independence”
Black text on white.
Suggested Donation: $5.00 (22 x 28 in.)
“Do you think you’re pro-choice on abortion?”
Full of facts and abortion-related statistics.
Black text on white with black-and-white picture of woman
holding a rose.
Suggested Donation: $3.00 (11 x 17 in.)
“Human LIFE. Respect it. Protect it.”
Black and red text on white with black-and-white picture of 20-week unborn child.
Suggested Donation: $2.00 (22 x 26 in.)
“I set before you life and death. Choose life, then, that you and your descendants
may live.”
White text on black with black-and-white picture of elderly woman holding a baby.
Suggested Donation: $3.00 (11 x 17 in.)
“Kill her now and it’s called murder. Kill her three months ago and it’s called
abortion”
White text on black with black-and-white picture of a newborn child.
Suggested Donation: $1.00 (8½ x 11 in.); $3.00 (11 x 21 in.)
“Speak Out for the Silenced Minority”
“A Human Life Amendment will stop abortion on demand. He’s just 13 weeks and can’t
back the amendment. You can.”
White text on black with black-and-white picture of an unborn child.
Suggested Donation: $1.00 (8½ x 11 in.)
“Their lives a single issue? Their right to life the basic issue”
Pinkish background with black-and-white pictures of handicapped child, elderly man
and unborn child.
Suggested Donation: $3.00 (17 x 21 in.)
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Posters, Banners and Displays ____________________________________________________________________________
“Unborn babies can feel pain”
Yellow background with black text and black-and-white picture of an unborn child on
firm, durable, corrugated plastic.
Suggested Donation: $50.00 (4 x 8 ft.)
“Your feet when you were 10 weeks old”
Black text with color picture of an adult hand
holding tiny feet of a 10-week unborn child.
Suggested Donation: $8.00 (22 x 28 in.)
Banners and Displays
The items listed below are for borrowing only.
8
5x .
ft
“Abortion: the leading cause of death in Minnesota … But it doesn’t have to be!”
Black and red text on white background.
8
4x .
ft
“America Rejects Abortion on Demand”
Black text on white background with a black-and-white picture of baby.
8
5x .
ft
“Abortion Stops a Beating Heart”
Red text on white background.
8
5x .
ft
“Because Every Life is Precious”
Blue MCCL banner with white lettering and beautiful color photo of newborn child.
8
5x .
ft
“Choice … or Child?”
Black text on white background with color picture of unborn child.
8
5x .
ft
“Choose Life”
Green lettering on white background.
8
5x .
ft
“Kill her now and it’s called murder. Kill her a month ago and it’s called abortion.”
White text on black background, with black-and-white picture of newborn child.
8
5x .
ft
“MCCL – Building Pro-Life Communities”
Blue with MCCL logo and four pictures of people in a divided circle (disabled, ill,
elderly and unborn)
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• Event Materials •
The following materials may be ordered at no cost:
A Gift for Life - MCCL Tribute and Memorial Program
What better way to honor a family member or friend
either living or deceased, than by making a donation
in the person’s name to the cause of LIFE! This
booklet comes with six memory cards to honor others
by contributing MCCL on their behalf.
MCCL Membership Cards
To assure that contributions are credited to the
appropriate account, it is important to have these
cards close by to assist those offering MCCL donations.
MCCL Membership Envelopes
These envelopes are specifically designed for MCCL
events. In fact, some like to have extra around for
donating convenience.
Most Profitable MCCL Chapter Fundraisers
This reference is a fabulous tool for effective
fundraising activities. It provides a variety of
fundraising ideas as well as a personal contact for
each event to ensure successful completion.
Pro-Life Legislative Petitions
It is fundamental to help others understand their
pivotal role in the legislative process. By signing these
pro-life petitions, citizens are able to actively participate in legislative decisions.
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• Resources for Students and Teachers •
Most are available at no charge to students or teachers for classroom use.
Student Information Packets — Individually prepared packets to suit the age and
specific needs of the student or teacher are available upon request.
Speakers — Knowledgeable pro-life speakers are available through the MCCL Speakers
Bureau. Speakers tailor programs for any age level.
Videos — Provide an excellent means of communicating the pro-life message. A wide
variety of videos are available through MCCL’s extensive lending library.
Fetal Models — Actual life-size models, depicting the unborn child at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7
months are extremely effective in illustrating the humanity of the unborn.
Resource Library — Books for all ages regarding abortion, infanticide and euthanasia
are available for loan from the MCCL Resource Center.
Cassette Library — Numerous audio cassettes featuring state and national pro-life
speakers are available for loan. Contact MCCL for a complete listing.
In-Depth Materials — The MCCL Resource Center features in-depth vertical
information files on numerous aspects of life issues. All principal pro-life publications
as well as other appropriate newsletters and publications are also available.
Books & Literature For School & Public Libraries — Pro-life books and appropriate
literature for libraries are available from MCCL. Both the MCCL State Office and
many MCCL chapters provide local libraries with pro-life books and materials for
vertical files.
Booth & Display Materials — A display lending library is maintained at the MCCL office
with materials such as fetal models, backdrop displays, posters and banners available
for loan. Auxiliary items such as pro-life pencils, stickers, lapel roses and bumper
stickers are also available.
Consultant Services — MCCL officers, staff and regional chapter leaders frequently
act as consultants to students, schools, churches and organizations in preparing
papers, establishing pro-life education programs and setting up displays. Many
students personally visit the MCCL Resource Center to browse for materials.
To use any of the MCCL educational services or materials, contact MCCL or visit
our Web site at www.mccl.org. Most materials can be sent from the State Office
in Minneapolis to any destination by UPS.
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Tel. 612.825.6831
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Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Pro-Life Resource Order Form
Tel. 612.825.6831
Fax 612.825.5527
information@mccl.org
www.mccl.org
Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life
4249 Nicollet Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Date: _____________
Ship to:
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Pro-Life Resource Order Form
Tel. 612.825.6831
Fax 612.825.5527
information@mccl.org
www.mccl.org
Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life
4249 Nicollet Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Date: _____________
Ship to:
Name
_______________________
Bill to:
Name
Location _______________________
Location _______________________
Address _______________________
Address _______________________
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