Parish to mark end of prayer campaign

A celebration will be held 6 p.m. Saturday at St. Andrew's Parish, Holts Summit, to close 40 days of peaceful prayer, fasting and community outreach.

The eighth 40 Days For Life Campaign has been highlighted by 44 abortion-free weeks at the Columbia Planned Parenthood office.

Carl Landwehr, founder of the national Vitae Caring Foundation, will be the key speaker.

The Knights of Columbus Council 8400 will serve a chicken and roast beef dinner. Reservations may be made by calling 491-3522.

Informational booths also will be set up. A silent auction will support the campaign. For more information, visit www.40daysforlife.com.