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Washington DC – After students at Liberty University produced a video called “The Purity Bear,” which has now been viewed in 186 countries, the Day of Purity launched a second video that also encourages youth to consider saving sex for marriage. Today is the ninth annual celebration of Day of Purity, which is a call to remain sexually pure before marriage and loyal within marriage. Valentine’s Day has new meaning for the many who have replaced February 14 as a day to take a stand for purity. Anyone making this pledge can receive a free pledge card by signing up at www.DayofPurity.org.

The Day of Purity counters the popular message that promotes experimenting with sex early, often, and with a multitude of partners. With the number of STD infections impacting 8,000 U.S. teens a day, which amounts to an alarming 10 million new cases that will be found at the end of this year alone, “safe sex” is really quite dangerous. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes 19 million new cases of STD’s have been found in the United States, which accounts for over 16.5 billion dollars annually. Liberty Counsel promotes waiting to have sex until marriage as the best way to remain healthy and to prepare for a successful marriage.

The Day of Purity encourages everyone to reserve sex for marriage. It gives voice to the many who have decided to make the pledge for purity and stand up for self-respect. The Day of Purity website, DayOfPurity.org, allows anyone to download informative flyers on a variety of topics, request a LivePure wristband and Day of Purity T-shirt, and link to other valuable resources. Follow and interact with us through Facebook.com/DayofPurity and Twitter @DOPurity.

Amber Haskew, International Director for the Day of Purity, said: “We are hoping to get the message out to all ages that sex is best saved for marriage. Your future and your health do not have to be dictated by Hollywood’s mirage. We are here to support those who make the commitment and encourage them to protect their future and not lose sight of their goals. This is a day to stand against low expectations and strive for something better.”

The Day of Purity is a project of Liberty Counsel.

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