Why red? The envelopes represent the innocent blood shed through abortion. This campaign is a symbolic act to flood the mail with red. The more we send, the more powerful this symbol will be.
Why March 31?
Although that date was chosen arbitrarily by Brian Potter when he created Red Envelope Day, it also reinforces the symbolism of blood. The envelopes will be arriving near the beginning of Holy Week, just prior to the start of Passover. I don’t think it is a coincidence that these arrive so near the annual remembrance of the Passion and Death of Christ.
Where do I send them, and will empty envelopes be delivered?
The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington D.C. 20500.
As long as you have proper postage, federal law requires the delivery of all mail. Messages on the outside of an envelope will not hinder their delivery. Although empty envelopes may not be opened, they will be delivered.
What organization is behind the Red Envelope Project?
This movement is a true grass roots phenomenon. There is no entity behind this project other than the thousands of men, women and children that have volunteered their time, money, and effort to be involved. The Red Envelope Project has spread largely through emails and word of mouth.
Brad Miller created Red Envelope Project, and his effort was the first to count the envelopes sent. Red Envelope Day was started by Brian Potter.
Do you really think that this will make a difference?
Yes. But not because it is an effective form of protest. I am astounded at the response so far. The fact that it has brought so many people together, encouraged them, and also changed a few hearts along the way is exciting.
Do I think it will change the President? I don’t know. (Although, from my math, the White House should be receiving at least 20,000 red letters daily).
Ultimately though, this is about the war of ideas. These red envelopes in the mail are igniting a lot of folks to think about the value of life. If a new generation can begin to care about life, we are going to win the war of ideas. I think the red letters have done this.
Doesn’t Responsibility begin BEFORE conception?
Absolutely. Lots of folks seem to be bothered by that last line. I think a lot of people are over thinking it all. This line is a reference to the President’s inaugural address, in which he called Americans to begin creating a culture of responsibility. Part of this culture was not taking innocent life, according to the new President. As you may know, the next day his actions spoke otherwise. Sadly, either a lot of people weren’t listening, or didn’t understand.
-S
1 comment:
I sent one too! :)
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