EWTN Pro-Life Weekly

An update on the pro-life ballot initiatives in the midterm elections. Plus, a closer look at a new book on the writings of Mother Angelica.

Peter Northcott from National Right to Life provides an update on the four main midterm ballot initiatives addressing abortion — in Idaho, Missouri, Nevada and Virginia.

Bishop Daniel Thomas of Toledo, Ohio, examines the USCCB prayer initiative that seeks to end the Biden-era rules which make dangerous abortion drugs like Mifepristone widely available.

Bishop Michael Burbidge examines the pro-life pushback against two midterm ballot initiatives that would expand abortion and same-sex marriage in Virginia.

Closing arguments ended in a major case in California involving abortion pill reversal – we have the latest details. And, meet the group placing pro-life billboards across the U.S.

Reaction after lawmakers strike down an attempt to legalize assisted suicide in the UK. Plus, a parish in Virginia unveils its "Bingo for Babies" fundraising initiative.

As artificial intelligence reshapes modern life, Church leaders, innovators, and thinkers explore how this technology can serve humanity. Inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s call in Magnifica Humanitas, this EWTN News special examines real-world applications of AI in parish ministry, philanthropy, financial accessibility, and the protection of the vulnerable. Featuring insights from Arthur Brooks and leadi...

A preview of the ballot initiative in Nevada where voters will decide whether to add abortion to the state constitution. Plus, a report from Chennai on India's two-day March for Life.

Many pro-lifers applaud President Trump's FDA nominee. Plus, a closer look at the powerful prayers of parents ahead of the feasts of Sts. Augustine and Monica.

Pro-lifers respond after Massachusetts removes all limits on abortion. Plus, reaction from Kansas amid the state's push to ban students from using cell phones during the school day.

Our midterm election preview continues with the pro-life ballot initiative in Missouri. Plus, reaction after Planned Parenthood returns to southwest Missouri after a two-decade absence.

Reaction from the GOP gubernatorial primary in Kansas that pitted a pro-abortion candidate against one endorsed by President Trump and Kansans for Life.

Preview of the gubernatorial race in Kansas; next week's Republican primary pits a pro-abortion candidate against a pro-lifer with endorsements from President Trump and Kansans for Life.

A report from Rome as Pope Leo XIV delivers a message of hope and encouragement ahead of the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly this weekend.

A closer look at the life and legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham, who spent years in the House and later the Senate fighting for the unborn.

A former Prime Minister and leading candidate in the French presidential election is pushing to legalize surrogacy. We discuss how the Church and pro-lifers are responding.

Ahead of July 4th, we look at some of the major Church figures with ties to the United States, including St. Damien of Molokai and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

A young woman helping single Catholics find a spouse discusses dating apps, and the connection between smartphone culture and dropping fertility rates.

A new study suggests the drop in fertility rates in the U.S. is in part related to the rise of smartphone culture. Catholic social scientists are among those who believe it is not a coincidence that smartphones became widespread in 2007, just before the fertility rate plunged. Catholic author Tim Carney and University of Virginia professor Brad Wilcox examine the study’s accuracy and the ways Pope...

A “Men’s Special” aimed at young men, fathers and grandfathers includes a look at a Catholic school in Illinois whose graduates leave with zero college debt and ready to enter the workforce having learned a trade. San Damiano College for the Trades balances craftsmanship with a Great Books curriculum, all amid a faith-based environment. San Damiano President Kent Lasnoski says the school is provid...

A new report says many abortion businesses are violating federal rules designed to protect women. Charlotte Lozier Institute says more than a half-dozen online abortion businesses are shipping abortion drugs into states with pro-life laws prohibiting their distribution. The group also says more than 80% of abortion drug sellers make the dangerous drugs available after 10 weeks of pregnancy, flouti...

As Pope Leo releases his highly anticipated encyclical on Artificial Intelligence, analysis of what it says about the dignity of life and other takeaways from author Charles Camosy.

A pair of U.S. lawmakers join a leading pro-life group to push legislation that would help parents experiencing miscarriage and early pregnancy loss.

A closer look at the Supreme Court order temporarily extending access to mail-order abortion drugs. Plus, a report from Ireland's March for Life.

As we draw closer to the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker, a couple in Texas provides tips on balancing prayer and family life with a busy work schedule.