Living a Culture of Life

Throughout the Western world today, perverse sexual education is entrenched in public and private school systems, making it extremely difficult for parents to navigate a way to share the wholesome truth with their children while protecting them from hedonistic ideologies. Father Shenan Boquet discusses the Church’s advice for protecting children and keeping them safe from the rampant negative infl...

This year, Kansas attempted to pass a pro-life amendment to their state constitution. Thousands of pro-life Kansans did amazing work promoting it through the "Value them Both" campaign. But the amendment, titled “Let Them Live,” failed to pass, because of a surprisingly low popular vote. Using feedback from voters in Kansas, Father Boquet discusses what we can learn from this setback. We b...

After the overturning of Roe v. Wade , there has been a resurgence of an old tagline about abortion as a “health care” intervention necessary to “save lives.” Father Shenan Boquet explains the origins of this myth and why it has been so pervasive—as well as why it is wrong. Spirit & Life article: We Don’t Need Abortion to Save Mom’s Life | Human Life International (hli.org) Should We Support A...

In this episode of the Living a Culture of Life podcast, HLI’s Rome-based European Director, Father Francesco Giordano, weaves together Saint Joseph, rich theological discussion, and the fight to defend life and family. Learn about the influence of this great saint, patron of the universal Church and of fatherhood. Follow the podcast on Instagram: Living a Culture of Life Podcast (@cultureoflife_p...

In recent public comments, the Holy Father Pope Francis has lamented the “demographic winter” we are experiencing with record-low birth rates in many countries, instead encouraging “generational sustainability” by courageous giving of life. Father Shenan Boquet explains the significance of the Pope’s promotion of marriage and the gift of life in the context of God’s plan for the human family and t...

Recent years in the Church have seen laity, priests, and even high-ranking prelates more and more open to voicing heretical opinions at odds with Church teaching. Father Shenan Boquet offers the long-suffering faithful guidance on how to evade such errors and do their best to combat them in charity and humility. Catechism of the Catholic Church: https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM Ca...

Modern society is based on a set of assumptions about the human person that are incompatible with Christianity; utilitarian output is valued in a world where every individual fends for himself. Father Shenan Boquet explodes the false suppositions of the post-Christian culture and reaffirms the truth of the human person in the Catholic view of what should be: a civilization of love and a culture of...

In this episode of the Living a Culture of Life podcast, Adriana Thurdekoos, based in HLI’s Miami office, discusses her experience counseling women away from abortion. She explains her strategies and approach so that you can learn from her expertise. Article on fetal development: The Miracle of Fetal Development: A Pro-Life Weapon (hli.org) Article on fetal pain: Do Babies Feel Pain during Abortio...

The overturning of Roe v. Wade in the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision is already having a tremendous impact in the United States—and around the world. From HLI’s vantage point as an international pro-life network, Father Shenan Boquet explains the extraordinary geopolitical and historical significance of the momentous decision—and the work we have left to do around the world. Spirit & Life arti...

With the official release of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson’s Women’s Health, Roe v. Wade has finally been overturned. Father Shenan Boquet helps us to celebrate this victory, as well as to prepare for the further work and challenges that lie ahead. Spirit & Life article: Rejoice and Work in the Post-Roe Present | Human Life International (hli.org) Living the Culture of Life

NOTE: This episode was filmed before the release of Dobbs. In the weeks leading up to the release of the Supreme Court’s decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health , various pro-abortion groups have been using inflammatory rhetoric, making threats, and in some cases committing vandalism, arson, and other violations of Catholic and pro-life property. Father Shenan Boquet discusses why the pro-abor...

Recent violent shootings in Uvalde, Texas, Buffalo, New York, and elsewhere have once again left Americans reeling and perplexed about the horrifying episodes they have witnessed. Father Shenan Boquet sensitively and incisively cuts through to the heart of the matter, discussing how moral relativism, fatherlessness, and other ills of our society contribute to such tragedies. Spirit & Life arti...

Ever-decreasing birthrates around the world, and especially in Western and developed countries, match up with depressing poll results on couples’ desires and intentions to have children. Father Shenan Boquet discusses what is ailing our culture, why fewer and fewer people want children, and how, despite this, children are an immense source of meaning in the world. Spirit & Life article: Childr...

Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco recently announced that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is not to be given Holy Communion until she publicly recants of her positions that oppose Church teaching, specifically regarding abortion. In this episode of Living a Culture of Life, Father Shenan Boquet discusses what preceded this rare step, why it is important, and what the principles su...

In part two of our series on contraception, Father Shenan Boquet shifts the conversation to Catholics who don’t agree with the Church’s perennial teaching. Some disagree knowingly, while many are simply ignorant or confused. In a contraception-soaked culture, Father Boquet shows how only the Catholic teaching can preserve marriages and lead to fruitful, happy, and holy marital love. Part One: http...

Following last week’s episode about the leaked Supreme Court opinion regarding Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health , HLI continues the conversation. This time, Father Shenan Boquet discusses how to effectively defend the Gospel of Life in a tumultuous cultural, political, and spiritual landscape, as the country seems to face a moment of grace. Previous episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kA0Pfel...

The Supreme Court’s leaked draft opinion on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health has sparked media controversy, pro-abortion protests, optimistic anticipation from pro-lifers, and questions about the state of our judicial system’s integrity. In the aftermath, Father Shenan Boquet analyzes what this all means in view of a potential overruling of Roe v. Wade . Spirit & Life Article: A Route to a Post...

A media firestorm has arisen over a WaPo exposé of the “Libs of TikTok” Twitter account, but what does it really signify for our society? Father Shenan Boquet goes past the political controversy to get to the heart of the matter: what parents need to know about their children’s social media usage. Spirit & Life article: Why the ‘Libs of TikTok’ Controversy Matters | Human Life International (h...

A recent Washington Post article by Christine Emba gave an honest assessment of the wreckage cause by the sexual revolution, calling to repair relationships with a reimagining of sexuality in our culture. Father Shenan Boquet remarks on the ironic but hopeful situation that some Millenials are beginning to question the libertine sexual ethics they grew up with. He advises Catholics and pro-lifers...

In a recent news story, pro-life activists in Washington, D.C., recovered numerous bodies of aborted children who had been discarded by an area abortion facility. Father Shenan Boquet assesses the case and shows the importance for pro-lifers and Catholics, encouraging them to step up their game while keeping within the bounds of prudence. Spirit & Life article: Pre-born Bodies Found in DC Show...

The Catholic Church’s opposition to contraception is well known, and many Christian denominations used to share this view. Now few do; what changed? Father Shenan Boquet discusses the Church’s perennial teaching on marital love and why it is so important to promote, including among Christians who might not see eye-to-eye. Living the Culture of Life

In response to Florida’s recently signed Parental Rights in Education Act , an unlikely opponent has arisen: Disney. Father Shenan Boquet explains how recently leaked Zoom call of Disney executives shows an unabashed leftist agenda that seeks to subvert children’s ideas of sexuality and gender. He warns parents of the danger and how to avoid it. Spirit & Life article: Disney All In On LGBT Pro...

The war in Ukraine has opened up media attention on a disturbing phenomenon not limited to the current crisis—surrogate motherhood. Father Shenan Boquet discusses why surrogacy, a worldwide issue rarely spoken about, is a grave threat to motherhood, childhood, and human flourishing. Spirit & Life article: A Job That Isn't Your Own | Human Life International (hli.org) Living the Culture of...

A recently passed bill in Florida seeks to defend children from inappropriate sexual education. Father Shenan Boquet discusses why this bill is a win in the context of a hypersexualized culture preying on young children. He gives parents advice on how to keep their children safe in school and other environments. Spirit & Life article: Parents, You Are the First Educators | Human Life Internati...

Colombia’s constitutional court recently released a decision legalizing abortion up to twenty-four weeks in the womb. Father Shenan Boquet discusses the implications for pro-lifers around the world and how to stop Big Abortion’s relentless agenda. Spirit & Life article: Colombia's Assault on Human Dignity | Human Life International (hli.org) Living the Culture of Life