Day: November 13, 2025

Trump administration’s Scott Turner says Heartbeat International disproves the lie that pro-lifers are ‘pro-birth’ only

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner said Heartbeat International’s work topples the myth that the pro-life movement cares only for children in the womb — a frequent charge from those supporting abortion.  Turner delivered the remarks during a Nov. 4 briefing with White House staff and Heartbeat’s Babies Go to Congress assembly, Pregnancy … Read moreTrump administration’s Scott Turner says Heartbeat International disproves the lie that pro-lifers are ‘pro-birth’ only

Annual pro-life essay contest receives triple number of usual submissions

American Life League, a Catholic pro-life organization, has been holding an annual essay competition for nearly a decade, but this year the number of submissions tripled, shattering records for the contest.  “This incredible turnout has filled us with immense hope,” said Katie Brown Xavios, national director of American Life League, according to a press release. … Read moreAnnual pro-life essay contest receives triple number of usual submissions

Trump defends H-1B visas, says US ‘needs to bring in talent,’ sparking backlash

President Donald Trump defended the H-1B visa program this week, arguing that the U.S. must “bring in talent” from abroad rather than rely solely on American workers — a stance that triggered swift pushback from conservatives who say the program suppresses American wages. The H-1B program allows U.S. companies to bring in highly skilled foreign … Read moreTrump defends H-1B visas, says US ‘needs to bring in talent,’ sparking backlash

Indian bishops urge continued prayers after deadly car bombing in New Delhi

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) is urging the faithful to “keep vigil and pray” after a car bomb killed eight people and injured others in New Delhi Nov. 10, according to Agenzia Fides. The bishops expressed “deep sorrow at the deaths of innocent people and for the injured,” saying they are praying for … Read moreIndian bishops urge continued prayers after deadly car bombing in New Delhi

Pope Leo XIV to Open Academic Year at Lateran University: ‘This Is His Home,’ Rector Says

calu777/flickr Rome’s Pontifical Lateran University, where the John Paul II Pontifical Theological Institute for Marriage and Family Sciences is located. The rector remarked that all the popes of the modern era have visited the Lateran University, but Leo XIV’s presence at the opening of the academic year is a first. Read More

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