Articles by Michelle La Rosa
Rep. Smith: HHS mandate is attempt to end Catholic health care
Jan 24, 2012 / 16:16 pmRepresentative Chris Smith thinks that the Obama administration’s decision to force religious organizations to purchase health insurance plans in violation of their consciences is an attempt to force “Catholic health care to cease to be.”
Youth a strong presence at DC March for Life
Jan 23, 2012 / 17:05 pmYoung people from across America made up a significant amount of the huge crowds that gathered in Washington, D.C. for the annual March for Life.
March for Life speakers urge national pro-life leadership
Jan 23, 2012 / 16:48 pmPro-life politicians spoke to participants at the March for Life in Washington, D.C. about the need for America’s leaders to guide the country in affirming the value of every human life.
Young people are hope of pro-life movement, says Texas cardinal
Jan 23, 2012 / 09:14 amCardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston told over a thousand young people at a prayer vigil in D.C. that the pro-life movement depends on their loving witness in the face of a hostile culture.
Archbishop Chaput urges respect for life amid high disabled abortion rate
Jan 22, 2012 / 14:07 pmAn 80 percent abortion rate of those with disabilities shows the need to restore a fundamental respect for human dignity in America, said Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia.
Pro-life congressmen hopeful despite Roe v. Wade anniversary
Jan 22, 2012 / 08:05 amMembers of the U.S. Congress reflected on the negative effects of almost forty years of legal abortion in America, but are encouraged that the pro-life movement continues to gain momentum.
Religious leaders blast HHS over contraception mandate
Jan 20, 2012 / 16:31 pmNumerous religious leaders slammed the Obama administration for violating consciences by refusing to reverse a contraception mandate and instead delay its full implementation by only a year.
Obama administration refuses to change contraception mandate
Jan 20, 2012 / 12:45 pmThe Obama administration announced Jan. 20 that it will not expand an exemption for religious groups that object to its requirement for health insurance plans to cover sterilization and contraception – including abortion-causing drugs – free of charge.
Native Americans overjoyed at news of first saint
Jan 20, 2012 / 04:02 amThe recent announcement that Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha has been approved for sainthood is generating great excitement among the Native American community.
Extreme abortion rate for disabled leads to DC conference
Jan 19, 2012 / 04:02 amAn upcoming conference in the nation’s capital will address the staggering 90 percent abortion rate of babies with disabilities, while emphasizing the often unknown joys of caring for the disabled.
Congressmen support FDA protocol for abortion pill
Jan 18, 2012 / 09:47 amNearly 20 members of Congress voiced their support for an Ohio law regulating the use of the abortion drug RU-486 in compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration protocol.
Candidates defend religious freedom, marriage in South Carolina
Jan 18, 2012 / 01:03 amRepublican presidential candidates promised to uphold values such as religious liberty and traditional marriage at events in South Carolina, where the next primary election is slated to take place on Jan. 21.
Over 150 conservative leaders decide to back Santorum
Jan 17, 2012 / 00:54 amRepublican presidential candidate Rick Santorum won the support of more than 150 leaders and representatives of conservative and Christian groups at a gathering in Texas this past weekend.
Former Vatican ambassador defends Romney’s change on abortion
Jan 16, 2012 / 22:21 pmMary Ann Glendon, former U.S. ambassador to the Vatican, is featured in a new video supporting Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s pro-life conversion and citing his record of promoting life as governor of Massachusetts.
At St. Peter’s tomb, Cardinal Wuerl recalls Pope’s importance
Jan 16, 2012 / 15:46 pmCardinal Donald W. Wuerl of Washington, D.C. called to mind the Pope’s “living continuity” with St. Peter at the start of his “ad limina” visit in Rome.
Hosanna-Tabor ruling could impact future religious liberty cases
Jan 13, 2012 / 04:03 amThe U.S. Supreme Court’s move defending religious groups' right to determine their leaders could significantly affect future cases dealing with religious freedom, a legal expert says.
Leaders warn that same-sex ‘marriage’ threatens religious liberty
Jan 12, 2012 / 18:02 pmSeveral dozen religious leaders joined together against redefining marriage in America, warning that such a move would have “far-reaching consequences” for religious freedom.
GOP candidates look ahead to South Carolina
Jan 11, 2012 / 23:18 pmThe Republican presidential candidates urged fidelity to America’s founding principles as they spoke at the New Hampshire primary and turned their sights to the upcoming vote in South Carolina.
Huntsman finishes third in New Hampshire amid unclear views
Jan 11, 2012 / 18:02 pmRepublican presidential candidate Jon Huntsman finished third in the New Hampshire primary amid unanswered questions on his commitment to defending life and marriage.
Supreme Court unanimously rejects government oversight of churches
Jan 11, 2012 / 15:58 pmThe U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled on Jan. 11 to uphold the “ministerial exception” that allows religious organizations to hire and fire ministers without interference from the government.