Archive for January 22, 2015

Women pray outside an abortion clinic in Albany, New York. ?w=200&h=150

Support abortion restrictions? So do most Americans

Americans continue to show strong support for abortion restrictions, according to a new survey that finds even self-described “pro-choice” Americans... Read more

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Suffering in Sierra Leone, hard-hit by Ebola, reminds bishop of civil war years

From providing spiritual support to ensuring preventive care, the Diocese of Kenema in the eastern part of Sierra Leone is... Read more

Jan. 21, 2015 crowds at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Cardinal: No pro-life victory without reaching the marginalized

For the pro-life movement to truly succeed, it must fight not only abortion, but also the broader “throwaway culture” wherever... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during his Wednesday general audience on June 18, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Pope Francis shoutout to March for Life: 'Every Life is a Gift'

As massive crowds of pro-life advocates gathered for the March for Life in Washington, D.C., Pope Francis on Thursday tweeted... Read more

The statue of Bl. Junipero Serra at the Mission San Miguel in California. ?w=200&h=150

Why Junipero Serra's canonization is important for the new evangelization

Although the colonial and missionary period of California’s history is often riddled with bitter memories, Archbishop Jose Gomez of Los... Read more

A view of Niamey, the capital of Niger. ?w=200&h=150

Masses suspended in Niger due to church burnings

The bishops of Niger have canceled Masses and activities at Catholic schools, health care facilities and charity outreaches after Muslim... Read more

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By Andrea Gagliarducci

Pius XII helped Jews in Rome – and an Italian historian has the evidence

An Italian historian has found evidence that Venerable Pius XII’s order to open the doors to Jewish refugees was delivered... Read more

Participants in the 2014 March for Marriage stand outside the Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C., June 19, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Democrat, feminist, atheist – the growing face of the pro-life movement

This isn’t your father’s pro-life movement. A group of young activists is challenging the pro-life stereotype so as to broaden... Read more

March for Life participants in Washington, DC Jan. 22, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

March for Life 2015 unites 'pro-life generation'

“We are the pro-life generation! We are the pro-life generation!” The chant could be heard along Constitution Avenue, as cold... Read more