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Stem Cell Ethics: What’s Moral, What’s Not, and Why It Matters

By Susan Ciancio / February 17, 2026 /
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Stem cell ethics emphasize the importance of preserving and protecting human life from the moment of creation until natural death, and it firmly opposes any research that results in the destruction of human embryos. This aligns with Catholic teaching about the sanctity of human life. Stem cells – special cells that are found in nearly…

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The Surrender Novena: Best Catholic Prayer for Anxiety

By Marisa Cantu / January 29, 2026 /

What is the Surrender Novena? Ever heard of the “Surrender Novena?” It’s a 9-day novena that asks Jesus to “take care of everything” and encourages us to surrender everything to Him with childlike trust. (You can download a free pdf copy of the Surrender Novena here.) It was originally composed by Servant of God Don…

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This We Believe: Basic Catholic Beliefs in One Quick Guide

By HLI Staff / November 12, 2025 /
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What are some basic Catholic beliefs and Catholic prayers? Discover the Apostles’ Creed, Commandments, Sacraments, Beatitudes, and classic Catholic prayers…

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Pro-life Meaning: a Clear Catholic View on Pro-life vs Pro-choice

By Susan Ciancio / October 1, 2025 /
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When you hear the term pro-life, what comes to your mind? More importantly, what do you believe the typical individual thinks about? Do they think it simply refers to a person who opposes abortion? Or is there more to it? To understand this term and what it actually means in today’s society, we must look…

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54 Day Rosary Novena: Powerful Catholic Prayer for Miraculous Results

By Marisa Cantu / July 22, 2025 /

Catholics around the world pray countless novenas each year, seeking healing and divine assistance. While most novenas last just nine days, the 54-Day Rosary Novena stands out as a deeply powerful prayer tradition. It combines the manifold graces attached to the Rosary with the intercession of Our Lady, forming a habit of prayer that pleases…

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10 Top Companies That Donate to Planned Parenthood—and where Pro-lifers can Shop Instead

By Jenna McGuire / June 24, 2025 /
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Every year, millions of dollars flow into Planned Parenthood from major corporations and wealthy individuals—often without the knowledge of the average consumer. Many pro-lifers don’t realize what a difference they could make by taking their business away from the top companies that donate to Planned Parenthood. Even large companies listen when their customers speak up.…

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Patron Saint of Pregnancy: 11 Powerful Catholic Saints Pregnant Women Can Turn To

By Susan Ciancio / May 21, 2025 /
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Feeling an unborn child move and kick and seeing her on a sonogram are two of the most incredible experiences a woman can encounter. Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it’s also a huge responsibility—one that often comes with worry and trepidation—as every single moment moms must be aware of what they eat and drink,…

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16 Outstanding Pro-Life Movies That Will Inspire and Inform You

By Jenna McGuire / April 17, 2025 /

The search for meaningful and wholesome family entertainment is often a difficult one. Our culture is flooded with movies that are crude, ugly, and immoral. Finding high quality films that support your values and steep you in an atmosphere of truth and beauty is paramount because the entertainment we consume forms and shapes us. Pro-life…

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Healthy Sex Education for Catholic Families: How Do I Teach My Child about Sex and Chastity?

By Susan Ciancio / April 2, 2025 /
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Discover effective ways of teaching kids about sex and chastity. This guide covers age-appropriate discussions on sex education for Catholic families.

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What are Indulgences?

By Marisa Cantu / March 27, 2025 /

Indulgences in the Catholic Church are often misunderstood. Some may see them as an easy ticket to Heaven, an excuse to sin, or a transactional thing. But these are all incorrect.  When we sin, we must confess our sins to have the guilt erased from our souls. But even confessed sins, for justice’s sake, require…

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