21 March 2002

Further report from Durban 'animals protest'

Report from one of the marchers:

Animals were outstanding because people watching were awe inspired. It went well to see animals protesting against the killing of human babies. While the preparations for the march was done, a police officer came and told us that this morning he found an abandoned baby on the beach, but unfortunately he was too late, the baby had died already.

People went home sun burnt and very tired, but blessed. It was very hot. It was so exciting to see people standing with open mouths, about the animals caring that human beings are killed. Passerby drivers gave thumbs up. The roaring lion on the float spoke in between music and said the animal kingdom is upset hearing that human babies are being killed.

At the meeting afterwards, people were admonished not to do abortion, because it is an abomination to God.

Rev Greg DeNysschen closed in prayer. Jenny Christmas spoke on behalf of women saying: It does not matter if the government says abortion is legal, in God’s sight it is not legal, it is still murder. And we’re speaking on behalf of babies who cant’ speak for themselves. If any are found in this difficult situation, come for help and to be prayed for.

Kjell Olsen mentioned of a married couple who tried to get a baby to adopt, but could not find one. And here in South Africa we just kill babies instead of giving them up for adoption. People don’t even think of adoption, they just think of abortion, while some are wanting babies, and cannot even find one to adopt.

Children on the roadside were fascinated, they were pointing to the animals and naming them. The animals had such an impact on them. The animal costumes were heavy and hairy, but people willingly wore it. Many just volunteered to take hot costumes and they acted accordingly. They carried banners saying: Save the baby human, stop abortion. Leaflets were handed out with a picture message of baby Jane and baby John, their development after conception and how the one is aborted, and short facts on human development and contact numbers for those in need of help.

The message went out in a positive way, many people agreed with the message and a spirit of unity was found amongst people.