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Wisconsin forces Catholic hospitals to dispense “emergency contraception”
The Wisconsin State Assembly has passed legislation mandating that all Wisconsin hospitals, including religiously-affiliated hospitals, must inform any self-described victim... Read more
Bishop apologizes for spending mission funds on vestments
Edward Braxton, Bishop of Belleville, has issued a public apology for spending restricted mission funds on liturgical vestments, altar linens,... Read more
Rancor over ESPN anchor’s comments dies down
Controversy over anchorwoman Dana Jacobson’s derogatory remarks about Jesus and Notre Dame University is beginning to die down as ESPN... Read more
Clergy bless New York abortion clinic as “sacred ground”
Religious leaders in favor of abortion gathered on Tuesday to bless an abortion clinic in support of the Roe v.... Read more
Knoxville priest appointed bishop of Springfield – Cape Girardeau
The Holy Father has appointed Msgr. James Vann Johnston of Knoxville, Tennessee as bishop of the Diocese of Springfield -... Read more
Archbishop knocks St. Louis U coach for supporting abortion, embryonic research
Archbishop Raymond Burke has criticized a Catholic basketball coach at the Catholic University of St. Louis (SLU) for declaring himself... Read more
Anti-virgin bias amongst American Idol judges
A 19-year-old contestant for the “American Idol” singing competition faced scrutiny from judges and celebrity commentators after revealing he is... Read more
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McCain courts Catholic vote in Florida, no shift on embryonic stem cell research
John McCain has set his sights on Florida as the state’s primary draws closer. In a conversation with Catholics in... Read more
Denver archbishop warns legislation endangers Catholic Charities
A proposed Colorado law restricting religious exemptions from anti-discrimination laws could threaten the Catholic character of charitable organizations that receive... Read more
Young pro-lifers energize movement
A new generation of pro-life activists reflects growing disapproval of abortion, the Los Angeles Times reports. Read more
Abortion pill usage rises despite abortion rate drop
Though recent reports indicate a drop in the abortion rate, the use of the abortion pill RU-486 is on the... Read more
Abortion lobby plans expensive election campaigns for 2008
The pro-abortion-rights organization and reproductive health provider Planned Parenthood is planning a major effort to elect abortion supporters to Congress... Read more
Annual March for Life draws tens of thousands to defend the unborn
Today tens of thousands of people committed to supporting the sanctity of human life rallied on the National Mall in... Read more
President Bush addresses 2008 March for Life
Speaking from the East Room of the White House, President George W. Bush addressed pro-life protestors at the Washington March... Read more
Rep. Chris Smith addresses March for Life, disparages Obama’s “empathy deficit”
“Today, 35 years after the infamous Supreme Court decisions legalizing abortion on demand throughout pregnancy, we mourn the estimated 50... Read more
Pro-Life Wisconsin marks somber anniversary of Roe v. Wade
On the 35th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Pro-Life Wisconsin is marking the day in many ways: through affiliate events,... Read more
Influential Catholic leaders: Civility in politics not as important as justice for unborn
"Rather than giving pro-abortion Catholic politicians a pass, we should vote them out of office and encourage them to repent,”... Read more
Local bishop skips Ave Maria University dedication amid complications
Ave Maria University’s dedication of its new oratory has been delayed as Ave Maria organizers continue to seek Bishop of... Read more
Professors’ abortion debate attracts hundreds at University of Colorado
A Catholic-sponsored debate about the ethics of abortion packed hundreds into an auditorium on the University of Colorado campus in... Read more
"40 Days for Life" initiative launches second wave after 340 children saved by earlier effort
A pro-life group has launched a forty-day initiative coinciding with Lent to fast, pray, and reach out to the community... Read more
