Montse Alvarado, president and chief operating officer of EWTN News, speaks at the Hispanic Pro-Life Conference on Jan. 24, 2026, at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Falls Church, Va. " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.americamagazine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20260126T1645-MFL26-HISPANIC-PROLIFE-CONFERENCE-1812023-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C591&ssl=1" /> Maria Montserrat Alvarado, a Mexican-American, will be the first lay woman to lead the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication. The post Pope Leo appoints president of EWTN News as head of Vatican communications appeared first on America Mag
Waters introduces Rethinking Fertility as a project examining infertility and reproductive technology from a life-affirming Christian perspective. She argues that a consistent belief that life begins at conception requires greater scrutiny of IVF, embryo selection, freezing and destruction.
Roland Warren discusses Care Net's approach to fatherhood, family, and pro-life ministry in a conversation with Frank Pavone and Jacob Barr. He connects support for men and families with the organization's understanding of abundant life.
Lauren Eden shares her account of surviving abortion and becoming a pro-life speaker. She emphasizes the role supportive people and Christian faith played in her family's story.
What should Catholics do when a family member chooses IVF? Can you attend an IVF baby shower? How do you love someone while upholding Church teaching on IVF, frozen embryos, and the dignity of every child? In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses one of the most emotionally difficult questions facing Catholic families today: how… The post When a Family Member Chooses IVF: What Catholics Can Do | Fr. Boquet appeared first on Human Life International .
Pro-Life Radio: Defending the Unborn – Key Insights from Hosts Vicky & Bruce Cherry and Guest Michelle Herzog Key Topics **Stephenthen Holland’s Testimony and Health Crisis**: Discussion of his conception via gang rape of his mentally challenged mother, his pro-life ministry “Broken, Not Dead,” recent heart attack, and urgent call for donations (P.O. Box 2561,… The post Pro-Life Radio with Michele Herzog first appeared on Prolife Radio .
Pam Stenzel discusses her personal history, opposition to abortion exceptions, and concerns about abortion pills in an interview with Bruce and Vicki Cherry. She calls for stronger legal protection and church and pregnancy-center involvement, while making medical and environmental claims that require independent review.
Wells describes Cleveland sidewalk volunteers who combine opposition to abortion with friendship, baby showers, and material assistance for nearby families. He presents sustained relationships across racial and neighborhood divides as an important complement to public pro-life witness.
Faye Barnhart recounts her involvement in Colorado's pro-life movement. The publisher describes the conversation as emphasizing legislative action, public advocacy, and faith-driven efforts.
Heartbeat International announced that its 2027 Annual Pregnancy Help Conference will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, from March 31 to April 2. The theme for the conference is "Anointed Mission," inspired by Luke 4:18, and the city was chosen for its historical connection to the fight against oppression, referencing Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy.
The majority of the Scottish Parliament voted March 17 to reject a bill to legalize physician-assisted suicide, and the president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of … The post Scotland Parliament votes against legalizing physician-assisted suicide appeared first on CatholicVote org .
Andersen and Katelyn Walls Shelton argue that Protestant Christians need a more developed theology of the body for questions involving IVF, surrogacy and fertility. They connect reproductive ethics to a pro-life understanding of embodiment, marriage and the creation of human life.
Andrew Wood discusses his book Hero, Ghost, Villain and the importance of present, engaged fathers. He connects parenting responsibility and Christian discipleship with broader pro-life concerns.
The 2026 Acadiana Proudly Pro-Life Gala on Saturday, January 17th, was a beautiful evening and a tremendous success! Our emcee was Erica Inzina, J.D., the Policy Director of Louisiana Right to Life. She gracefully led the event from start to finish! Bishop Douglas Deshotel, Diocese of Lafayette, opened the Gala in prayer. We are grateful... The post 2026 Acadiana Proudly Pro-Life Gala a Beautiful Evening! appeared first on Louisiana Right to Life .
Andrew Wood urges churches to combine public pro-life conviction with practical care for families. The discussion also addresses Colorado's abortion-pill-reversal litigation and creating welcoming church communities.
Godsey connects the Christmas message of divine love with the work of pregnancy-help organizations. He presents compassionate engagement with both a pregnant woman and her unborn child as the motivation for that service.
Jamieson argues that parts of modern feminism have treated motherhood and female fertility as obstacles to equality. From her perspective as a pregnancy-center leader, she connects this cultural critique to abortion and calls for social support that honors motherhood and life.
Hendershott criticizes Catholic leaders for honoring Senator Dick Durbin despite his support for abortion rights. She argues that episcopal silence undermines the Church’s pro-life teaching and highlights bishops and lay advocates who objected.
Godsey recalls James Dobson's influence through parenting books, radio broadcasts, and personal encounters at Heartbeat conferences. He credits Dobson with encouraging families and strengthening pregnancy centers, maternity homes, and adoption services.
The Catholic Bishops of England and Wales have warned that the future of Catholic care homes and hospices is in doubt if the assisted suicide legislation currently before parliament is passed because they may be forced to comply with its provisions, thereby totally violating their own ethos. The warning came following the recent passage of […] The post English hospices may soon be forced to close before of euthanasia law first appeared on The Iona Institute .
Trudden reflects on the often-unseen results of pregnancy-center conversations, material assistance, and prayer. A mother's later message to the Abortion Pill Rescue Network illustrates her argument that workers may learn the impact of their service only years afterward.
Trasancos criticizes policies encouraging IVF and explains Catholic objections involving embryo protection, marital procreation, and the rights of children. She urges Catholics to defend embryonic human life while supporting adoption and approaches intended to restore fertility.
In 2008 the Vatican issued Dignitas Personae, which explains that “dignity belongs equally to every single human being, irrespective of his parents’ desires.”1 This is not a new teaching but rather a restatement of the fundamental reason why the Fifth Commandment says “Thou shalt not kill.” Simple truth has become twisted, if not tossed away, […] The post PRO-LIFE BASICS: The Dignity of the Human Person appeared first on Celebrate Life Magazine .
Fr. Jim Hewes, a 77-year-old senior priest at Saint Mark’s in the Diocese of Rochester, New York, is an unapologetic and inspirational champion for life. Unafraid to live out and preach about his pro-life beliefs, Fr. Jim has spent nearly the entirety of his priesthood prioritizing the sanctity of life. His tireless work teaching about […] The post New York Priest a True Inspiration for the Pro-Life Movement appeared first on Celebrate Life Magazine .
Burns responds to a Catholics for Choice campaign that invokes Mary's consent at the Annunciation to support abortion rights. She argues that Catholic understandings of Mary's freedom and motherhood instead express a willingness to welcome life and accept sacrificial responsibility.
Godsey argues that American churches remain vulnerable to accepting abortion through exceptional-case arguments and election choices. He points to support for state abortion amendments among churchgoers as a challenge for Christian teaching and engagement.
Snyder describes presenting her Building Bridges program to a Catholic parish in New Paltz as an atheist pro-life speaker. The recap emphasizes cross-belief cooperation and preparation for conversations about abortion.
