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In recent public comments, Pope Francis lamented the “demographic winter” we are experiencing with record-low birth rates in many countries, instead encouraging “generational sustainability” by courageous giving of life. Father Shenan Boquet explains the significance of the Pope’s promotion of marriage and the gift of life in the context of God’s plan for the human…
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Recent years in the Church have seen laity, priests, and even high-ranking prelates more and more open to voicing heretical opinions at odds with Church teaching. Father Shenan Boquet offers the long-suffering faithful guidance on how to evade such errors and do their best to combat them in charity and humility. Resources: Catechism…
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Modern society is based on a set of assumptions about the human person that are incompatible with Christianity; utilitarian output is valued in a world where every individual fends for himself. Father Shenan Boquet explodes the false suppositions of the post-Christian culture and reaffirms the truth of the human person in the Catholic view of…
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The overturning of Roe v. Wade in the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision is already having a tremendous impact in the United States—and around the world. From HLI’s vantage point as an international pro-life network, Father Shenan Boquet explains the extraordinary geopolitical and historical significance of the momentous decision—and the work we have left to do…
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With the official release of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson’s Women’s Health, Roe v. Wade has finally been overturned. Father Shenan Boquet helps us to celebrate this victory, as well as to prepare for the further work and challenges that lie ahead. Spirit & Life article: Rejoice and Work in the Post-Roe…
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In the weeks leading up to the release of the Supreme Court’s decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, various pro-abortion groups have been using inflammatory rhetoric, making threats, and in some cases committing vandalism, arson, and other violations of Catholic and pro-life property. Father Shenan Boquet discusses why the pro-abortion side feels it must…
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Recent violent shootings in Texas, New York, and elsewhere have once again left Americans reeling and perplexed about the horrifying episodes they have witnessed. Father Shenan Boquet sensitively and incisively cuts through to the heart of the matter, discussing how moral relativism, fatherlessness, and other ills of our society contribute to such tragedies. Spirit &…
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Ever-decreasing birthrates around the world, and especially in Western and developed countries, match up with depressing poll results on couples’ desires and intentions to have children. Father Shenan Boquet discusses what is ailing our culture, why fewer and fewer people want children, and how, despite this, children are an immense source of meaning in the…
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Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco recently announced that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is not to be given Holy Communion until she publicly recants her positions that oppose Church teaching, specifically regarding abortion. Father Shenan Boquet discusses what preceded this rare step, why it is important, and what the principles surrounding this decision…
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What to Say to a Woman Seeking Abortion
In this episode of the Living a Culture of Life podcast, Adriana Thurdekoos, based in HLI’s Miami office, discusses her experience counseling women away from abortion. She explains her strategies and approach so that you can learn from her expertise. Article on fetal development Article on fetal pain Article on risks of abortion
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