Abortion & the Pro-Life Movement
The effects of Canada’s liberal euthanasia laws show clearly, as veterans are offered death as a solution to PTSD and hospitals coerce their patients to choose euthanasia. Fr. Boquet addresses these issues and offers advice about fostering a community that cares for the sick and disabled. In such a community, euthanasia is unthinkable. …
As Election Day approaches, Father Boquet answers the recurring question: do Catholics have a moral obligation to vote? He then explains what principles Catholics must consider when choosing a candidate. Father Boquet also highlights some important issues on ballots this year, which all pro-lifers should be particularly aware of. For instance, Michigan, California, Vermont, Montana,…
During medical school, Dr. John Bruchalski learned how to perform abortions. After an incredible conversion, he turned to life-affirming medicine. He is now a pro-life OB/GYN. On this podcast Dr. Bruchalski talks about his conversion and discusses why abortion is never necessary to save a mother’s life. Dr. Bruchalski founded Tepeyac OB/GYN in Fairfax, Virginia,…
Pro-life leader Mark Houck’s recent arrest by the FBI is a shocking example of the double standard currently enacted by the federal government. While attacks on pregnancy centers and churches are ignored, government agencies seek to silence and suppress pro-lifers. So, how should pro-lifers react? In this episode, Father Boquet discusses Mark Houck’s arrest and…
With Roe now gone, the question Catholics and pro-lifers face is how to reverse the ingrained anti-life trends in our society’s schools, businesses, and communities. Father Shenan Boquet uses principles of Catholic Social Doctrine, specifically solidarity and subsidiarity, to offer a course of action to repair and restore a culture of life. Spirit…
Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade, there has been a resurgence of an old tagline about abortion as a “health care” intervention necessary to “save lives.” Father Shenan Boquet explains the origins of this myth and why it has been so pervasive—as well as why it’s wrong. Spirit & Life article:…
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
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…
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…
What Pro-Lifers Can Be Thankful for This Year
For this Thanksgiving episode, Fr. Boquet reflects on the many pro-life accomplishments of 2022. There is so much to be thankful for! Spirit and Life articles: Pro-Life Laws Close Abortion Clinics Troubling Results in Five States after Midterms Other articles: 100 Days Post-Roe: At Least 66 Clinics Across 15 US States Have…
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