By: Peter Jesserer Smith / NCRegister.com Indianapolis, Ind., Aug 15, 2017 / 06:04 am (National Catholic Register).- Medication abortions are on their way to becoming the dominant method of abortion in the U.S. But lawmakers are starting to look at whether to change their state’s informed-consent laws to let women know of an experimental treatment […]
Intention May all who defend life find strength and renewal in the Holy Spirit. Prayers Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be Reflection God has carefully, tenderly created every person in His own image and likeness, to be in a loving relationship with Himself. From each tiny child knit within a mother’s womb, to every […]
The Gosnell movie opens in these theaters on October 12th, 2018 in select theatres. Check your theater for dates and times. Click here to view trailer:Gosnell: The Trial of America’s Biggest Serial Killer (Official Trailer) Illinois Lincolnshire Stadium 15 + IMAX 251 Parkway Dr Lincolnshire, IL 60069 Map Marcus Elgin Cinema 15 with UltraScreen 111 […]
Take a stand for life: 40days for life campaign: From September 26 to November 4, our community will take part in 40 Days for Life … a groundbreaking, coordinated international mobilization. We pray that, with God’s help, this will mark the beginning of the end of abortion in our city — and beyond. Kick-Off Rally: Tuesday, September 25th, 2018 […]
Conceived in rape, adopted and loved; Ryan Bomberger’s personal testimony shows that every human life is equal in dignity and worthy of love! Join Ryan and thousands of pro-life advocates at the 2022 March for Life on January 21 in Washington DC. The March for Life will begin with a concert at 11 AM ET […]
Once again, Francis warned against “ideological, cultural and spiritual colonizations”, which have also resulted in the persecution of believers. The occasion is this morning homily in Casa Santa Marta, 21 November 2017, as Vatican Radio reports. The Pope also denounces the perversion of abortion, “killing children”, was a “sin” but “today it is not a […]
“If you know someone who has had an abortion, express your sympathy for her loss. Assure her of God’s unconditional love, and encourage her to seek healing and forgiveness.” USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities “Bridges of Mercy for Post-Abortion Healing,” http://www.goo.gl/MpC7RG “Si conoce a alguien que ha tenido un aborto, exprese compasión por su pérdida. […]
Women Speak For Themselves is a national grassroots movement empowering women to speak in media, local communities and online, about how women are disadvantaged respecting dating and marriage, especially because of contraception and abortion, and about how to reconnect sex with marriage and children for the good of all people.
Intention May expectant mothers choosing adoption receive grace and support in embracing this loving option. Prayers Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be Reflection Mothers placing their children for adoption often face many challenges along the way. One of the greatest obstacles can be inaccurately perceiving adoption as abandonment. But mothers who make an adoption […]
Recent cultural conversations on the importance of women’s advancement have increasingly included abortion access, perpetuating a tragic assumption that ‘pro-woman’ and ‘pro-life’ are diametrically opposed viewpoints. This belief ignores the full reality of the beauty and dignity of all human life. To be pro-woman is to be pro-life; one cannot exist without the other. Read […]
“If someone shared with you she was pregnant and hadn’t ruled out having an abortion, would you know how to respond… in a loving way that is life-affirming for both her and her baby? Consider the four steps of the L.O.V.E. ApproachTM: Listen and Learn, Open Options, Vision and Value, and Extend and Empower.” USCCB […]
Intercession May the tragic practice of abortion end. Prayers Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be Reflection At every stage and in every circumstance, we are held in existence by God’s love. The presence of an illness, disability, or other challenging situation never diminishes the value of a human life. God does not call us […]
For now, Illinois can’t enforce a change in state law requiring hospital and medical clinic professionals to tell pregnant women about all their available options, including abortion. That’s because a federal judge out of Rockford ruled that until a lawsuit over the law is settled, it shouldn’t be enforced statewide. The move comes after several […]
Two Illinois lawmakers hope to make their state the next one to protect unborn babies with Down syndrome from discriminatory abortions. The Journal Star reports Republican state Reps. Allen Skillicorn, of Crystal Lake, and Thomas Morrison, of Palatine, introduced state House Bill 4210 last week to prohibit abortions on unborn babies solely because of a […]
LIFE ISSUES FORUM For Immediate Release Reflections from the Sidewalk November 16, 2018 I was praying the rosary recently on the sidewalk outside of a very busy abortion center in the Washington, D.C., area, where I live. The building, a seedy-looking structure that used to be a convenience store, is located on a […]
Intention May each person suffering from the loss of a child through abortion find hope and healing in Christ. Prayers Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be Reflection After more than four decades of legalized abortion, many children’s lives have been ended, and many parents and family members suffer that loss—often in silence. Yet God’s […]
“While many Catholics want to help women and men heal from past abortions, most don’t know how to begin.” Learn how you can become an instrument of mercy at www.usccb.org/bridges-of-mercy. USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities, “Bridges of Mercy for Post-Abortion Healing”
“We can all help encourage our government and other institutions to support life. They must always aid and support mothers and children, and never offer to pay for the destruction of life as a ‘solution’ to the challenges women face. The call to uphold women’s dignity and well-being, and that of their unborn children, is […]
“If a friend told you she was pregnant and considering abortion, would you know what to do? Learn concrete tips for loving her in a way that is life-affirming for both her and her child.” USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities “What to Do When a Friend Is Considering Abortion” www.usccb.org/l-o-v-e “Si una amiga te […]
Intention May all unborn children be protected in law and welcomed in love. Prayers Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be Reflection Today, on this 48th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we mourn the many children’s lives ended by abortion and remember in prayer those who suffer the aftermath. The Church comes together today to pray […]
LIFE ISSUES FORUM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE When a Friend Is Considering Abortion July 13, 2018 USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities If someone shared with you that she was pregnant and hadn’t ruled out having an abortion, would you know how to respond? Although the first instinct may be to convince her that abortion ends […]
APOSTOLIC JOURNEY OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS TO PANAMA ON THE OCCASION OF THE 34th WORLD YOUTH DAY PRESS CONFERENCE ON THE RETURN FLIGHT FROM PANAMA TO ROME Papal flight Sunday, 27 January 2019 Lena Klimkeit: Holy Father, during the Way of the Cross, on Friday, a young man said some very strong words about […]
Intention May all who support or participate in abortion experience a conversion of heart to seek and receive the Lord’s boundless mercy. Prayers Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be Reflection When God fashioned the human person in His own image and likeness, He destined us for eternal life with Him. Yet because of the […]
If you or someone you know has had an abortion, “be assured that it is never too late to seek God’s forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.”* Additionally, other confidential, compassionate help is also available. Select “Find Help” from the menu on www.hopeafterabortion.org to find the diocesan Project Rachel Ministry near you. USCCB Secretariat […]
January 26th Abortion affects countless marriages, more than many people recognize. But God’s grace can bring true healing in relationships. Learn more at respectlife.org/healing-in-marriage or find help via goo.gl/XPyrMb. USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities “Healing Within Marriage from an Abortion”
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/super-bowl-champion-aims-for-empathy-in-new-documentary-on-abortion Super Bowl champion Benjamin Watson goes on a journey to discover the truth about abortion in America. Our nation is being torn apart. But what if there’s one big thing at the center of it all. In Divided Hearts of America, Super Bowl champion and executive producer Benjamin Watson goes on a journey […]
Intention May expectant fathers lovingly support the mothers of their children in welcoming new life. Prayers Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be Reflection Fatherhood has its origins in God, who chose to reveal Himself to us as Our Father, sending his only Son for the sake of our salvation. Fathers therefore have a special […]
The Supreme Court has agreed to take up a Mississippi case in its 2021-2022 session, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, that will delve into the question of whether pre-viability limits on abortion beginning at 15 weeks’ gestation are constitutional. Dobbs: The Late-Term Abortion Case – March for Life Dobbs_March-for-Life-1.pdf (marchforlife.org)
9 Days for Life, the U.S. bishops’ annual Respect Life novena, will take place Wednesday, January 19 – Thursday, January 27. Receive the daily prayers by email or text message in English or Spanish. Sign up at 9daysforlife.com! 9 Días por la Vida es una novena por la protección de la vida humana. La […]