Spirit & Life

Weekly column from HLI President Fr. Shenan J. Boquet

The Blessed Virgin Mary and the Incomparable Value of Human Life

By Fr. Shenan J. Boquet | December 8, 2025 |

“Hear and let it penetrate your hearts, my dear little ones. Let nothing discourage you, nothing depress you; let nothing alter your heart or your countenance. Do not fear vexation, anxiety or pain. Am I not here, your Mother? Are you not in the folds of my mantle, in the crossing of my arms? Is…

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Assisted Suicide Laws Fueling a Culture of Death

By Fr. Shenan J. Boquet | December 1, 2025 |

Attempts to legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia are underway in several countries around the world. This includes France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Ireland. Unfortunately, the pro-death movement seems to be gaining a certain amount of momentum.  Just a few days ago, however, citizens of one country where lawmakers had already legalized assisted suicide pushed…

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