EWTN Pro-Life Weekly

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.

Pro-lifers react to a new report saying the Biden Administration weaponized the FACE Act. And a closer look at a new book on Catholic neurodivergent children.

Pro-life policy expert says there’s no way to "Make America Healthy Again" without limiting or ending access to mifepristone. Plus, sights & sounds from Maryland's March for Life.

Pro-lifers respond after the U.S. fertility rate hits another record low. Plus, a closer look at the disturbing findings in Planned Parenthood's annual report.

The Scottish Parliament rejects an assisted suicide bill – a victory the country's bishops are praising. Plus, four states hold their marches for life.

Scott Weeman from 'Catholics in Recovery' discusses his ministry. A new book by Fr. Gregory Pine invites the faithful to examine how our words shape our interior lives.

A pro-life advocate calling for drastic change in Canada predicts their assisted suicide program will soon surpass 100,000 deaths. Highlights from a conference strengthening men and the family.

U.S. bishops call to revoke the appointment of an abortion advocate to head the Asian studies program at Notre Dame. The latest on the abortion issue in Arizona and Missouri.

Major news in the fight against so-called "medical treatments" for minors suffering with gender dysphoria. And an initiative that aims to help the faithful get the most out of Lent.

In a wide-ranging interview, Admiral Brian Christine, assistant secretary of health at HHS, discusses the abortion pill and some of the Trump administration's pro-life initiatives.

Highlights from the 53rd annual March for Life in Washington, D.C., which drew tens of thousands of pro-lifers. Rachel's Vineyard, an initiative that supports women who regret having an abortion, reaches a milestone.

President of the March for Life, Jennie Lichter, on the 53rd annual March, the pro-life movement, and the 2026 midterms. Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly shares how the Knights of Columbus made history.

Analysis of Pope Leo's remarks to Vatican diplomats, where he defended life at all stages. Plus, a new report raises concerns over alleged organ harvesting in Canada.

Puerto Rico passes a law that identifies unborn babies as people. Plus, new developments in President Trump's battle against Planned Parenthood and defunding the abortion giant.

A look at the major pro-life stories of 2025, including the worrying rise of assisted suicide in Canada and Uruguay, and the monarch of Monaco's public stand for the unborn. 

EWTN News RealClear Opinion Research Poll on the attitudes of Catholic voters on pro-life issues, particularly IVF. Plus, a new version of the Bible for children geared toward Catholic families.