Abortion & the Pro-Life Movement

Pro-Abortion Agitation Leading Up to the Dobbs Decision

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / June 30, 2022 /

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…

The Root of Random Violence in Our Culture

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / June 23, 2022 /

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 &…

Catholic Politicians, Scandal, and Communion: When Bishops Have No Further Recourse

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / June 9, 2022 /

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…

How to Promote Life if Roe v. Wade Gets Overruled

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / May 26, 2022 /

Following last week’s episode about the leaked Supreme Court opinion regarding Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, HLI continues the conversation. This time, Father Shenan Boquet discusses how to effectively defend the Gospel of Life in a tumultuous cultural, political, and spiritual landscape, as the country seems to face a moment of grace. Spirit & Life…

What You Should Expect after the Leaked SCOTUS Abortion Ruling

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / May 19, 2022 /

The Supreme Court’s leaked draft opinion on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health has sparked media controversy, pro-abortion protests, optimistic anticipation from pro-lifers, and questions about the state of our judicial system’s integrity. In the aftermath, Fr. Shenan Boquet analyzes what this all means in view of a potential overruling of Roe v. Wade. Spirit &…

Discovering Your Role in the Pro-life Movement: Inspiration from Activists Who Found 115 D.C. Babies

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / April 28, 2022 /

In a recent news story, pro-life activists in Washington, D.C., recovered numerous bodies of aborted children who had been discarded by an area abortion facility. Father Shenan Boquet assesses the case and shows the importance for pro-lifers and Catholics, encouraging them to step up their game while keeping within the bounds of prudence. Spirit &…

Colombia’s New Abortion Decision: What It Means for Pro-Lifers Worldwide

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / March 24, 2022 /

Colombia’s constitutional court recently released a decision legalizing abortion up to twenty-four weeks in the womb. Father Shenan Boquet discusses the implications for pro-lifers around the world and how to stop Big Abortion’s relentless agenda. Spirit & Life article: Colombia’s Assault on Human Dignity  

Legal Euthanasia Blocked in Italy, Why it’s a Win for the Pro-Life Movement

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / March 10, 2022 /

Euthanasia is a growing threat to human rights as cultures grow more utilitarian. Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses what happens when countries legalize euthanasia, what the Church teaches about end of life care, and Pope Francis’ defense of the elderly in a recent Wednesday audience. Spirit & Life article: Legalized Euthanasia Stalled in Italy  

Should Parents Opt Out of Prenatal Testing?

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / February 17, 2022 /

Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses how prenatal testing is being used as a tool to target disabled children for abortion. Frequent false positives put even healthy children in danger. View the original article here: Dangers to Life in Prenatal Testing   Sources mentioned in the video: The NY Times article Is Iceland on Track to Eliminate…

A Pro-Life Look Ahead to 2022

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / February 10, 2022 /

Fr. Boquet discusses pro-life progress made in 2021, what we can hope for from the Supreme Court this year, and how we can work for the conversion of pro-abortion leaders and transform the world starting with our own hearts. View the original article here: Your Heart Is a Pro-Life Remedy.