Euthanasia, Assisted Suicide & End-of-Life CareNEWS OR ANALYSIS
Pope Leo Challenges Euthanasia in France: What He Said | Fr. Shenan Boquet
Pope Leo XIV rejected euthanasia as false compassion in France: you are not a burden. Fr.
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Stories, Healing & LossNEWS OR ANALYSIS
Conceived in Rape: Finding Healing and Identity in Christ | Anne Farrens’ Story
What does it mean to find your identity in Christ after trauma, an abortion, and years of believing you are unworthy of love? In this episode of Living a Culture of Life, Anne Farrens shares her personal story of being conceived in rape, her own experience with abortion, and the healing she has found through… The post Conceived in Rape: Finding Healing and Identity in Christ | Anne Farrens’ Story appeared first on Human Life International .
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Can Catholics Get Religious Exemptions for Abortion-Tainted Vaccines?
A common misconception regarding abortion-tainted vaccines is that “the Vatican said it’s OK.” The reality is a little more complicated. Here’s what the Church actually teaches about conscience, religious exemptions, and your duty to fight for ethical alternatives.
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IVF Is Not Ethical—And It Doesn’t Cure Underlying Fertility Issues | Dr. Monique Ruberu
IVF is not ethically acceptable—and it doesn’t actually treat the underlying causes of infertility. In this episode, pro-life OB-GYN Dr. Monique Ruberu explains ethical issues with in vitro fertilization, how the procedure works, and how root-cause fertility care offers a path that actually heals underlying health conditions. Dr. Ruberu walks through ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval,… The post IVF Is Not Ethical—And It Doesn’t Cure Underlying Fertility Issues | Dr. Monique Ruberu appeared first on Human Life International .
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The Abortion Pill Crisis: How Mail-Order Mifepristone Is Undermining Pro-Life Laws
Abortion pills are now being mailed directly into pro-life states — and the dangers to women’s health are being ignored. In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet breaks down the abortion pill crisis threatening to undo pro-life victories after Roe v. Wade. Fr. Boquet explains how mail-order mifepristone and telemedicine abortions are bypassing pro-life laws, the… The post The Abortion Pill Crisis: How Mail-Order Mifepristone Is Undermining Pro-Life Laws appeared first on Human Life International .
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When a Family Member Chooses IVF: What Catholics Can Do | Fr. Boquet
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 .
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I Survived TWO Abortion Attempts: Forgiveness & Healing w/ Denisha Workizer
Denisha Workizer’s story is one of the most powerful and eye-opening testimonies you will hear. In this episode, Denisha shares how she discovered at age 42 that she survived not just one—but TWO abortion attempts. What began as a simple question turned into a life-altering revelation that reshaped her identity, faith, and purpose. In this… The post I Survived TWO Abortion Attempts: Forgiveness & Healing w/ Denisha Workizer appeared first on Human Life International .
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The Terri Schiavo Case: Catholic Teaching on Feeding Tubes, Euthanasia & End-of-Life Care
What happened in the Terri Schiavo case—and why does it still matter today? In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses one of the most pivotal end-of-life cases in modern history. The tragic death of Terri Schiavo in 2005 followed a years-long legal battle, culminating in Terri’s feeding tube being removed. She died of starvation and… The post The Terri Schiavo Case: Catholic Teaching on Feeding Tubes, Euthanasia & End-of-Life Care appeared first on Human Life International .
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Is the EU Undermining Pro-Life Laws? The Rise of Abortion Tourism
In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet joins us to break down a major development in Europe: a new European Union decision that could expand abortion tourism across member states. What does this ruling mean for countries like Poland that have strong pro-life laws? How does this decision impact women, families, and national sovereignty? And why… The post Is the EU Undermining Pro-Life Laws? The Rise of Abortion Tourism appeared first on Human Life International .
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How Abortion Affects Men: One Father’s Story of Loss, Addiction, and Healing
Abortion is often framed as a women’s issue—but what about the men whose children are lost to abortion? In this episode, Sean Corcoran, CEO of Men for Life, shares his deeply personal story of losing his child to abortion and the devastating impact it had on his life. After the abortion, Sean spiraled into addiction,… The post How Abortion Affects Men: One Father’s Story of Loss, Addiction, and Healing appeared first on Human Life International .
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The Global Push for Euthanasia and How to Respond | Fr. Shenan Boquet
Euthanasia and assisted suicide are expanding worldwide — from Canada’s MAID program to proposed laws in the UK and France. In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet breaks down the alarming global trends, including: As countries debate “safeguards,” we examine why guardrails never actually work — and why the Catholic Church teaches that euthanasia and assisted… The post The Global Push for Euthanasia and How to Respond | Fr. Shenan Boquet appeared first on Human Life International .
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Arrested for Pro-Life Advocacy: Alex Kissiakov’s Court Victory in Canada
Arrested for handing out pro-life pamphlets? That’s exactly what happened to Canadian activist Alex Kissiakov. In this episode, Alex Kissiakov joins us to discuss his experience being arrested and charged with criminal harassment and mischief after peacefully offering pro-life literature outside an abortion clinic in Montreal. Despite police initially saying no crime had been committed,… The post Arrested for Pro-Life Advocacy: Alex Kissiakov’s Court Victory in Canada appeared first on Human Life International .
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How to Build a Pro-Life Parish: Practical Guidance from Fr. Boquet
Have you ever wished your parish were more intentionally pro-life, but you weren’t sure what steps to take? Or perhaps you’re a priest looking for practical ways to help your parish to truly live out the Culture of Life, and you’re wondering where to begin. In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses ways to form… The post How to Build a Pro-Life Parish: Practical Guidance from Fr. Boquet appeared first on Human Life International .
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Foreign Aid, Population Control, and the Fight for Life in Africa | Emil Hagamu
What happens when foreign aid collides with culture, faith, and the dignity of human life? In this episode, Emil Hagamu, Regional Director for Human Life International in Anglophone Africa and Country Director of Pro-Life Tanzania, shares firsthand insight from over 22 African nations on the realities of defending life, family, and culture. Emil explains how… The post Foreign Aid, Population Control, and the Fight for Life in Africa | Emil Hagamu appeared first on Human Life International .
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Hyde Amendment Explained: Federal Abortion Funding, Trump’s Comments, and the Pro‑Life Response
Fr. Shenan Boquet explains how the Hyde Amendment limits federal abortion funding and why pro‑lifers see it as a cornerstone of U.S. pro‑life policy. What is the Hyde Amendment — and why is it back in the news? In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet joins us to discuss this bipartisan federal policy that has prevented… The post Hyde Amendment Explained: Federal Abortion Funding, Trump’s Comments, and the Pro‑Life Response appeared first on Human Life International .
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The European Union’s Push for Global Abortion: Samoa Agreement Update
Luis Martinez, HLI’s Director for Intergovernmental Organizations and Diplomatic Missions breaks down the Samoa Agreement—a massive international treaty between the European Union and African, Caribbean, and Pacific nations. With 106 countries involved and impacts lasting 20 years, this agreement could shape global policy on abortion, contraception, LGBTQ ideology, and UN voting power for decades to… The post The European Union’s Push for Global Abortion: Samoa Agreement Update appeared first on Human Life International .
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What 2026 Holds for Life & Family: Fr. Boquet on Abortion, Gender Ideology, and US Foreign Policy
What does 2026 hold for the pro-life movement—both in the U.S. and around the world? In this New Year’s episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet reflects on pro-life victories and challenges in 2025 and to look ahead at the critical battles shaping 2026. Fr. Boquet discusses: Fr. Boquet also explains how international diplomacy, Catholic social teaching, and… The post What 2026 Holds for Life & Family: Fr. Boquet on Abortion, Gender Ideology, and US Foreign Policy appeared first on Human Life International .
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Protecting Africa’s Youth: The Hidden Cost of Western Aid in Zimbabwe
Monica Gatsi and Veronica Chawasemerwa, long-time HLI missionaries working in Zimbabwe, join us to discuss their mission to bring chastity education to youth in rural villages. Zimbabwe’s youth are increasingly targeted by well-funded Western organizations that offer humanitarian aid—such as textbooks, clean water, and food—while simultaneously promoting contraception, abortion, and anti-family ideologies. We discuss how… The post Protecting Africa’s Youth: The Hidden Cost of Western Aid in Zimbabwe appeared first on Human Life International .
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China’s Birth Rate Crisis: A Self-Imposed Problem with No Easy Fix
Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses China’s severe birth rate crisis and why efforts to reverse population decline are failing. Drawing from decades of pro-life work, Fr. Boquet connects China’s demographic collapse to deep cultural, moral, and structural issues also seen across Western nations. The conversation explores the legacy of China’s one-child policy, the rise of IVF… The post China’s Birth Rate Crisis: A Self-Imposed Problem with No Easy Fix appeared first on Human Life International .
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Global Pro-Life Victories in 2025
In this special Thanksgiving episode, we sit down with Michelle Francis, Human Life International’s Mission Network Manager, to look back at 2025’s biggest global pro-life victories and the inspiring stories behind them. Michelle Francis manages our missionary network across the world and brings powerful firsthand updates from Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and even war-torn… The post Global Pro-Life Victories in 2025 appeared first on Human Life International .
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Censored for Defending Families: The Shocking Case Against a Pro-Life Missionary
Mario Rojas, HLI’s Regional Director for Latin America, discusses a stunning real-world case of censorship and faith under fire. Earlier this year, one of HLI’s missionaries in Latin America was accused of “hate speech” simply for giving a pro-life talk on authentic sexual education, i.e. one that promotes abstinence before marriage and respect for life.… The post Censored for Defending Families: The Shocking Case Against a Pro-Life Missionary appeared first on Human Life International .
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Understanding Evangelium Vitae: JPII’s Message to the Modern World
What does Evangelium Vitae – St. John Paul II’s landmark 1995 encyclical on the Gospel of Life – teach us about freedom, truth, and the dignity of every human person? In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses why Evangelium Vitae remains a “comprehensive manifesto for the pro-life movement.” He explains its historical context, the false… The post Understanding Evangelium Vitae: JPII’s Message to the Modern World appeared first on Human Life International .
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New UN Report Exposes the Dark Side of Surrogacy Industry
The surrogacy industry is projected to explode from $14.95 billion in 2023 to nearly $100 billion by 2033—but at what cost to women and children? On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks a groundbreaking United Nations report by Special Rapporteur Reem Alsalem, which condemns and exposes the surrogacy industry. The report exposes how commercial and… The post New UN Report Exposes the Dark Side of Surrogacy Industry appeared first on Human Life International .
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The Untold History of the FDA’s Abortion Pill Approval
What REALLY happened when the FDA approved the abortion pill? Obviously, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) should never have approved a drug intended to kill an innocent preborn child. However, real-world data shows that the abortion pill also has serious health risks for the mother as well. Pro-abortion advocates claim to care about women’s… The post The Untold History of the FDA’s Abortion Pill Approval appeared first on Human Life International .
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Life After Abortion: Leigh Ann’s Woznica’s Journey to Forgiveness & Faith
In this episode, we sit down with Leigh Ann Woznica to hear her powerful story of having three abortions, choosing life for her daughter, and ultimately finding healing, forgiveness, and faith in Jesus Christ. Leigh Ann opens up about: – Growing up with little understanding of abortion – The trauma and aftermath of multiple abortions… The post Life After Abortion: Leigh Ann’s Woznica’s Journey to Forgiveness & Faith appeared first on Human Life International .
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Inside the Push for Assisted Suicide: Lessons from the UK & Ireland
How is the culture of death impacting the United Kingdom? On this episode, Fr. Boquet breaks down the worrying spread of assisted dying and euthanasia in the UK and Ireland. Earlier this year, the UK House of Commons passed the “Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill”, moving the country one step closer to legalizing assisted… The post Inside the Push for Assisted Suicide: Lessons from the UK & Ireland appeared first on Human Life International .
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$500M Cut from Planned Parenthood: What Happens Next?
Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks the recent partial defunding of Planned Parenthood under the “Big Beautiful Bill,” cutting off $500 million in taxpayer funding—primarily through Medicaid. What does this mean for abortion access, authentic healthcare, and the future of pro-life policy in America? On this episode, we dive deep into: – The truth about Planned Parenthood’s… The post $500M Cut from Planned Parenthood: What Happens Next? appeared first on Human Life International .
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Stopping Pro-Abortion Agendas at the Organization of American States
Do you know what’s happening behind the scenes at the Organization of American States (OAS)? This intergovernmental organization has a huge influence in the laws and policies of many countries in the Americas. On today’s episode, Luis Martinez, who leads HLI’s mission at the Organization of American States, explains how global activists are using OAS… The post Stopping Pro-Abortion Agendas at the Organization of American States appeared first on Human Life International .
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MAiD for Autism? The Slippery Slope of Legal Euthanasia in Canada
In this episode, Fr. Boquet explores the growing crisis of euthanasia and assisted suicide in Canada—and what it means for the elderly and vulnerable people everywhere. We unpack the shocking true story of Marge, a woman with ADHD and autism recently approved for MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying) in Canada. Her case, first reported by… The post MAiD for Autism? The Slippery Slope of Legal Euthanasia in Canada appeared first on Human Life International .
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Pope Leo XIV: A New Voice for Life, Family, and Truth
Fr. Shenan Boquet shares his personal experience of being in St. Peter’s Square for the historic announcement of Pope Leo XIV. He also reflects on the significance of the new pontificate and what it means for the global pro-life and pro-family movement. We unpack the critical challenges Pope Leo XIV is likely to confront. For… The post Pope Leo XIV: A New Voice for Life, Family, and Truth appeared first on Human Life International .
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