I am excited about Pope Francis, the new pope in my church! As a disabled Catholic woman, I appreciate his combination of tradition and desire for social justice. Learn more about him at http://worldnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/03/13/17290508-pope-francis-argentinas-cardinal-jorge-mario-bergoglio-is-new-catholic-leader. 

Recently, I had two separate conversations about abortion.  In both cases, I talked to Christians. In one instance, the acquiantances held a firm pro-life stance. On another occasion, I talked with a small group of friends who had a strong pro-choice viewpoint. These two groups had never met each other. Yet oddly enough, I noticed differences AND ( Read more... )

The Catholic church has a new pope named Pope Francis! He is considered traditional, an advocate for the poor, and a compassionate man. Learn more about him at http://worldnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/03/13/17290508-pope-francis-argentinas-cardinal-jorge-mario-bergoglio-is-new-catholic-leader.   

Priests for Life helps the clergy to preach, teach, and mobilize their parishes more effectively to promote the culture of life and end such practices as abortion, euthanasia, and the death penalty. The organization's aid includes training, preaching resources, seminars, and retreats about the pro-life stance. Priests, deacons, and laity can attend ( Read more... )