More than 200 pastors in Virginia have signed a pastoral letter urging voters to reject two proposed constitutional amendments: one that would enshrine the right to abortion into the state constitution and another that would remove the ban on same-sex marriage. The letter, inspired by a similar Catholic campaign, argues that these amendments harm the state and contradict biblical teachings, and it is spreading among church leaders as early voting proceeds in the state.
Nick Vujicic, born without arms and legs, shares his life story in the film "No Limbs, No Limits: The Nick V Story," highlighting his experiences with bullying, depression, and his achievements such as flying, skydiving, marrying, and having children. The film portrays how Nick's faith and determination have enabled him to overcome hardships and inspire millions by demonstrating that disability does not define a person's value or potential for a fulfilling life. Despite challenges that could have led to abortion or euthanasia, Nick Vujicic's life affirms the beauty and worth of life, countering views that see disability as a death sentence and showing that mental limits can be the greatest obstacles.
Bishop Daniel E. Thomas, chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities, highlighted concerns about the rising abortion rate and health risks associated with easier access to abortion pills, urging prayer and action during Respect Life Month.
Alicia Duncan is calling for reforms after her 61-year-old mother, Donna Duncan, was given Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) at home in Abbotsford, British Columbia, in 2021 shortly after being released from psychiatric care following a suicide attempt. Donna had been approved for MAiD by two independent assessors despite not being terminally ill, and her family questioned why she was released from psychiatric care only to receive euthanasia hours later, prompting Alicia to testify against the planned expansion of euthanasia to those with mental illness in Canada.
Christopher Kaczor's new book, Vital Conflicts, published by Ignatius Press in 2026, addresses the ethical and legal debates surrounding abortion, gender treatments, and conscience claims in healthcare, emphasizing the inherent dignity of all human beings and defending Catholic teachings on these issues. The book also explores the challenges faced by Catholic healthcare professionals in secular settings, advocating for conscientious objection while critiquing the concept of conscientious provision, and aims to engage both secular and Catholic audiences in these contentious bioethical discussions.
Michael Bloomberg contributed $250,000 to support Idaho's Proposition 1, a pro-abortion measure that would legalize abortion through the eighth month of pregnancy and protect providers from liability, while the largest donation of $650,000 came from Government That Works PAC, a group with hidden donors linked to George Soros and Hansjörg Wyss. Idaho voters will decide on Prop 1 on November 3, with early voting having started on October 13, amid concerns from pro-life advocates about the influence of out-of-state billionaire funding on the state's abortion laws.
The March for Life announced its 2027 theme as 'The Truth Is Pro-Life' and revealed that retired Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw will deliver the keynote address at the rally on January 22, 2027, in Washington, D.C. The event continues annually near the anniversary of the 1973 Roe v.
Investor Advocates for Social Justice (IASJ), which represents Catholic religious communities including the Jesuits' northeast province and the Diocese of Albany, has two board members who also hold executive roles at Planned Parenthood. IASJ has received funding from donor groups that also support Planned Parenthood, and some of its Catholic affiliates have publicly supported LGBT ideology, raising concerns about the alignment of IASJ's activities with Catholic teachings.
An aborted baby named Baby Wabbington was legally defined as a 'person' under New Mexico's Wrongful Death Act, leading to the baby's estate being awarded $200,000 in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the mother. The lawsuit claimed the abortion providers performed the abortion without proper informed consent while the mother was under the influence of methamphetamine and failed to discuss alternatives or properly handle the baby's remains as requested.
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of pro-abortion bills into law, including measures that allow non-physicians to perform abortions past the first trimester and require chemical abortions on community college campuses. Despite previously vetoing a bill related to extradition of abortionists, Newsom supports expanding abortion access and protections for abortion providers, while critics highlight the increased health risks and lack of adequate medical infrastructure for these policies.
More than 200 Virginia pastors have signed a letter urging voters to reject two proposed constitutional amendments: one enshrining abortion rights and another removing the ban on same-sex marriage. The letter, inspired by a Catholic campaign and spreading through word of mouth among clergy, argues that these amendments harm the state and contradict biblical teachings.
The 2027 National March for Life theme is 'The Truth is Pro-Life,' with a major emphasis on the dangers and easy access of chemical abortion drugs, and former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw will be the keynote speaker. The event will take place amid challenges such as preserving the Hyde Amendment, the approval and mail distribution of a new generic abortion drug, and a rising abortion rate, while the March for Life is undergoing a leadership transition after former president Jennie Bradley Lichter stepped down in July.
House Democrats have circulated an 84-page health policy agenda that includes House Bill 12, the Women's Health Protection Act, which would legalize abortion up to birth nationwide by overriding state restrictions. The bill, sponsored by Rep.
Brigitte Stegemann, an 83-year-old Canadian grandmother, died under the Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) program without giving final verbal consent, according to her family who allege that the procedure was initiated despite her objections and cognitive impairment. The family is demanding answers and has filed complaints and a police report to investigate the legality and circumstances surrounding her death, highlighting concerns about consent, safeguards, and family involvement in the MAiD process.
The 2027 National March for Life theme is 'The Truth is Pro-Life,' with a focus on concerns about abortion drugs and their easy access, and former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw will be the keynote speaker. The event will take place amid challenges such as preserving the Hyde Amendment, the approval and mail distribution of a new generic abortion drug, and a rising abortion rate, while the March for Life is undergoing a leadership transition after its former president stepped down in July.
Grindr CEO George Arison is lobbying to expand access to IVF and surrogacy by advocating for fertility service costs to be fully tax-deductible, surrogacy coverage through insurance, and an infertility definition inclusive of homosexual couples. Grindr has supported these practices for years, including covering IVF and surrogacy costs in its employee benefits package since 2024, highlighting their importance to homosexuals seeking children.
Pro-life advocates in Vilnius, Lithuania, held the annual March for Life to affirm the value of human life, oppose abortion, and call for greater support for mothers, fathers, and children amid national debates on abortion and assisted reproduction. Speakers from Latvia and Poland highlighted that declining birth rates in Eastern Europe are linked to cultural attitudes toward marriage, parenthood, and family life, emphasizing that financial incentives alone cannot solve the demographic crisis.
A person in Victoria, Australia, died by suicide after taking lethal assisted suicide drugs that were left unused when their partner died in hospital without using them, according to a report from the Victoria Government's Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board. The report also highlights issues such as non-compliance with the law regarding the return of unused drugs, a significant increase in euthanasia deaths over five years, and upcoming expansions to the assisted suicide and euthanasia laws in Victoria set for 2027.
Mariah Thomas, a mother from Kansas City, Missouri, was sentenced to 13 years in prison after pleading guilty to first-degree murder for killing her one-month-old daughter by placing her in an oven.
A person in Victoria, Australia, died by suicide after taking lethal assisted suicide drugs that were prescribed for their partner, who had died in hospital without using them. The Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board found no evidence that the assisted suicide process contributed to this unintended death and stated the program continues to operate safely despite issues with the return of unused drugs and a significant increase in euthanasia and assisted suicide cases in recent years.
Pope Leo XIV visited France on a pilgrimage focused on human dignity, where he met with abuse victims, embraced people with disabilities, and emphasized that life is more than avoiding suffering, opposing euthanasia. During the trip, he also spent meaningful time with three adult men with profound disabilities, offering them fraternity and equality, while other news highlights included a Zambian archbishop's court appearance, Vatican clarification on abuse by Fr.
Caroline Strzesynski began her nursing career working in abortion clinics and Planned Parenthood, but after becoming a Christian and a mother, she experienced a profound change in perspective that led her to leave the abortion industry. She later questioned the long-term effects of contraceptives on fertility and felt called by God to move away from providing contraceptive care altogether.
On May 10, 2023, Campaign Life Coalition intended to display abortion victim photography during its National March for Life press conference but was prohibited by the Parliamentary Protective Service from doing so. Josie Luetke expressed surprise that the same signs were allowed on the city sidewalk but not on Parliament Hill. The incident highlights a restriction on displaying certain images at a government venue despite their allowance in public spaces nearby.
Anastasia Rogers, a pro-life activist in San Francisco, was charged under California's FACE Act for posting a 14-second Instagram video outside a Planned Parenthood clinic, which prosecutors claimed was intimidating. After a trial resulted in a mistrial with most jurors rejecting the intimidation claims, the charges were eventually dismissed following public pressure and Rogers entering a diversion program with no guilty plea or admission of wrongdoing.
The international pro-life and pro-family movement has strengthened its diplomatic position at the United Nations by expanding the Geneva Consensus Declaration and working toward the creation of a pro-life and pro-family core group at the U.N. Several countries, including Argentina, the Dominican Republic, and Mauritania, have recently joined the Geneva Consensus, affirming their commitment to maternal and child health, family support, and national sovereignty. Key figures such as Aarón Lara and Valerie Huber have been instrumental in these efforts, with the U.S. assuming the secretariat of the Geneva Consensus since January 2025, and the movement gaining momentum as institutions promoting feminist causes have reportedly lost influence over the past two years.
The Hyde Amendment, first enacted on September 30, 1976, prohibits the use of federal funds for abortions in programs like Medicaid and has saved an estimated 2,678,274 unborn lives between 1976 and 2026 according to the Charlotte Lozier Institute. Despite its popularity with 60% of Americans and its inclusion in various related amendments, the Hyde Amendment faces challenges, particularly since 2010 when its protections were removed from the Affordable Care Act, leading to taxpayer-funded abortion coverage in some Obamacare plans, a situation criticized by pro-life advocates and lawmakers.
A group of medical professionals sent a letter to Tennessee Governor Bill Lee stating that healthcare professionals should never assist with executions following the botched lethal injection execution of Tony Carruthers on May 21, 2026 in Tennessee. Austin Sarat reported that Tony Carruthers was taken to the execution chamber where the state of Tennessee began the process of putting him to death.
Former President Joe Biden received the Sonia Schorr Sloan Service Award at the Planned Parenthood of Delaware gala on September 24, where he expressed being 'outraged and appalled' by the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Michelle, a mother of three, called Care Net’s national hotline feeling overwhelmed and considering abortion after a positive pregnancy test for her fourth child. After speaking with a coach who listened and offered support, Michelle chose to continue her pregnancy, feeling hopeful and supported by her faith and the resources provided. The coach helped Michelle reconnect with her faith and informed her about local pregnancy center support, which contributed to her decision to keep the baby. This interaction exemplifies how Care Net’s hotline provides emotional and spiritual support to women facing difficult pregnancy decisions.
Abortion industry workers have long reported feelings of stigma, isolation, moral conflict, and emotional distress related to their work, including dealing with fetal remains and repeat abortions. Studies and reports from various countries, including the U.S.
