lifesitenews--2020-04-28--Imagine if corona crisis helped push reset button on abortion, LGBT agenda, and porn

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April 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) – Catastrophe brings reflection .
What is most precious to me ?
What have I taken for granted ?
And ideally , the number one issue , am I following God ’ s will for my life ?
I share some nostalgia for “ the way things were.
” Churches and vacation Bible schools packed with families and children .
Holiday parties where people don ’ t hesitate to hug each other .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ friends and family .
Plane trips where the main worry is making your connection .
But is all America ’ s recent past worth recapturing ?
If we ’ re revising life-as-usual , maybe we have a chance to construct a “ normal ” that ’ s not just new , but vastly better .
Here ’ s my list of suggested changes : 1 .
Let the tender hearts of parents turn to children and stay there .
As we gathered our little ones close during the shutdown , we witnessed how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Going forward , can we keep each child ’ s unfolding future as a daily top priority ?
Will we stand up and shield them if needed ?
Will we teach them diligently about Jesus , protecting their bodies , minds and spirits from deception ?
Child corruption and destruction waits at every turn in America unless fathers and mothers stand in the gap for the next generation .
2 .
Let ’ s leave abortion in the dustbin of tragic history .
The good news about the COVID-19 scare is that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ — a “ non-essential ” procedure some states tried to limit or stop .
Courts blocked those decisions in some cases , but thankfully , not all .
Yet the quarantine lowered abortion client volume and a number of clinics around the country closed ( New York , for instance ) .
Yet now Planned Parenthood and other abortionists are ramping up home abortions , even using marginal tele-medicine , since women are not visiting clinics at the desired volume .
The abortion industry never quits .
But America could just decide , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we close them all ?
While we ’ re hand-wringing over saving lives , let ’ s spare a few tears for the children America has been legally killing for four decades — and then repent and destroy no more children through “ choice.
” 3 .
Let ’ s end pride in sodomy .
The rainbow rebellion corrupting America in our streets , in schools , on social media , in entertainment , and in our compromised churches needs to end .
Providentially , many “ LGBT pride ” events this year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ York parade among them ) .
Others are postponed .
Praise God that this year , fewer confused men and women – and vulnerable adolescents -- will be propelled into depraved temptations during these phony “ celebrations.
” Can we just declare the “ LGBT ” agenda to be irrelevant to the reality of human existence ?
That these are self-indulgent delusions that always and irrevocably corrupt the society at large ?
And the proud march toward gender mutilation must come to a halt , including divisive , destructive school policies that pit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , like the following California Department of Education guidance : “ With rare exceptions , schools are required to respect the limitations that a student places on the disclosure of their transgender status , including not sharing that information with the student ’ s parents.
” So here ’ s what ’ s happening .
Students are pressured incessantly at many schools to accept “ LGBT ” behavior and the most vulnerable , unstable students flirt with these identities at school .
Then school officials maintain a secret pact with students to withhold @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s high-risk inclinations .
Too many teens are then advised by misguided counselors to become chemically and surgically mutilated even without their parents ’ consent .
This violates every principle of God ’ s divine design , protection and provision for children .
It ’ s easily malpractice and should be criminal conduct , but unless we stop the “ trans ” war against reality , similar policies will invade every state ’ s education bureaucracy .
Won ’ t parents just stand up and end this child-endangerment ?
Let ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ students trapped in the nightmare of insane “ LGBTQ ” propaganda .
4 .
Let ’ s aim for a porn-free society .
The damage from online X-rated obscenity is impossible to calculate .
It ’ s destroying relationships , enabling child abuse and sex trafficking , possessing the minds of adolescent boys and men , and causing an uptick in violence against women and children .
Why does America tolerate this scourge ?
For example , Pornhub distributes billions of images yet remains largely unaccountable , even after being implicated in distributing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must act and put an end to this , now .
5 .
Let ’ s stop the sex-ed cartel .
When your child sits in a sex education class in middle or high school , sometimes the content is beyond jaw-dropping .
It ’ s XXX-rated , with radical instructors teaching your son or daughter how to switch genders , engage safely in anal or oral sex with boys or girls , or get an abortion .
They are taught the biology of “ pleasure ” and how to give affirmative consent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ underage .
This is “ comprehensive sex education ( CSE ) .
” You do not want your child in these trashy , high-risk classrooms .
But when school resumes , many of your kids will be — unless parents scream bloody murder , as they should .
But the problem goes beyond what is taught on site , and puts children and teens at risk right now if they access the obscene recommended online resources CSE programs provide your son or daughter .
What these radicals count on is parents and school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ closely .
( See examples of websites for adolescents recommended by SIECUS , Planned Parenthood , Advocates for Youth and others as part of harmful CSE in our schools — WARNING , links lead to problematic material — here , here , here , here , here , and here .
Planned Parenthood “ Consent ” video here .
And , how you , parents , can become a “ sex positive family ” here ) .
Who are the radicals teaching this garbage to your kids ?
Let ’ s take a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Why These Sexual Health Educators Took Their Activism Online , ” and here ’ s the wisdom from one contributor : “ ’ I talk about sex toys , I talk about kink , ” she said .
“ And I try to really normalize and approach all of that with curiosity and excitement.
” … Bloom also hosts a YouTube series for kids , “ Sex-ed School , ” which has episodes on consent , gender identity , sexual orientation , and masturbation.
” People like this should never get an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , should we go back to “ normal ” ?
Or something far better ?
Let ’ s create a new and better America , one that respects and protects children , promotes stable families and honors God .

PETITION: Boycott Disney's new kids' film 'Onward' for pushing LGBT agenda Sign the petition here.
April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) – Catastrophe brings reflection. What is most precious to me? What have I taken for granted?
And ideally, the number one issue, am I following God’s will for my life?
I share some nostalgia for “the way things were.” Churches and vacation Bible schools packed with families and children. Holiday parties where people don’t hesitate to hug each other. Birthdays at noisy, fun restaurants with friends and family. Plane trips where the main worry is making your connection.
But is all America’s recent past worth recapturing? If we’re revising life-as-usual, maybe we have a chance to construct a “normal” that’s not just new, but vastly better.
Here’s my list of suggested changes:
1. Let the tender hearts of parents turn to children and stay there. As we gathered our little ones close during the shutdown, we witnessed how these innocent lives depend on caring adults. Going forward, can we keep each child’s unfolding future as a daily top priority? Will we stand up and shield them if needed?
Will we teach them diligently about Jesus, protecting their bodies, minds and spirits from deception?
Child corruption and destruction waits at every turn in America unless fathers and mothers stand in the gap for the next generation.
2. Let’s leave abortion in the dustbin of tragic history. The good news about the COVID-19 scare is that many saw abortion for what it is — a “non-essential” procedure some states tried to limit or stop. Courts blocked those decisions in some cases, but thankfully, not all. Yet the quarantine lowered abortion client volume and a number of clinics around the country closed (New York, for instance).
Yet now Planned Parenthood and other abortionists are ramping up home abortions, even using marginal tele-medicine, since women are not visiting clinics at the desired volume. The abortion industry never quits.
But America could just decide, enough is enough. Can’t we close them all? While we’re hand-wringing over saving lives, let’s spare a few tears for the children America has been legally killing for four decades — and then repent and destroy no more children through “choice.”
3. Let’s end pride in sodomy. The rainbow rebellion corrupting America in our streets, in schools, on social media, in entertainment, and in our compromised churches needs to end.
Providentially, many “LGBT pride” events this year have been cancelled (the giant New York parade among them). Others are postponed. Praise God that this year, fewer confused men and women – and vulnerable adolescents — will be propelled into depraved temptations during these phony “celebrations.”
Can we just declare the “LGBT” agenda to be irrelevant to the reality of human existence? That these are self-indulgent delusions that always and irrevocably corrupt the society at large?
And the proud march toward gender mutilation must come to a halt, including divisive, destructive school policies that pit confused, indoctrinated children against their parents, like the following California Department of Education guidance: “With rare exceptions, schools are required to respect the limitations that a student places on the disclosure of their transgender status, including not sharing that information with the student’s parents.”
So here’s what’s happening. Students are pressured incessantly at many schools to accept “LGBT” behavior and the most vulnerable, unstable students flirt with these identities at school. Then school officials maintain a secret pact with students to withhold information from the family about a child’s high-risk inclinations. Too many teens are then advised by misguided counselors to become chemically and surgically mutilated even without their parents’ consent.
This violates every principle of God’s divine design, protection and provision for children. It’s easily malpractice and should be criminal conduct, but unless we stop the “trans” war against reality, similar policies will invade every state’s education bureaucracy. Won’t parents just stand up and end this child-endangerment?
Let’s free the slaves in our schools — students trapped in the nightmare of insane “LGBTQ” propaganda.
4. Let’s aim for a porn-free society. The damage from online X-rated obscenity is impossible to calculate. It’s destroying relationships, enabling child abuse and sex trafficking, possessing the minds of adolescent boys and men, and causing an uptick in violence against women and children. Why does America tolerate this scourge?
For example, Pornhub distributes billions of images yet remains largely unaccountable, even after being implicated in distributing rape videos of real-life victims. We must act and put an end to this, now.
5. Let’s stop the sex-ed cartel. When your child sits in a sex education class in middle or high school, sometimes the content is beyond jaw-dropping. It’s XXX-rated, with radical instructors teaching your son or daughter how to switch genders, engage safely in anal or oral sex with boys or girls, or get an abortion. They are taught the biology of “pleasure” and how to give affirmative consent to sex, even if they are underage.
This is “comprehensive sex education (CSE).” You do not want your child in these trashy, high-risk classrooms. But when school resumes, many of your kids will be — unless parents scream bloody murder, as they should.
But the problem goes beyond what is taught on site, and puts children and teens at risk right now if they access the obscene recommended online resources CSE programs provide your son or daughter. What these radicals count on is parents and school boards who don’t look too closely. (See examples of websites for adolescents recommended by SIECUS, Planned Parenthood, Advocates for Youth and others as part of harmful CSE in our schools — WARNING, links lead to problematic material — here, here, here, here, here, and here. Planned Parenthood “Consent” video here. And, how you, parents, can become a “sex positive family” here).
Who are the radicals teaching this garbage to your kids? Let’s take a look. SIECUS recommends this article, “Why These Sexual Health Educators Took Their Activism Online,” and here’s the wisdom from one contributor:
“’I talk about sex toys, I talk about kink,” she said. “And I try to really normalize and approach all of that with curiosity and excitement.” … Bloom also hosts a YouTube series for kids, “Sex-ed School,” which has episodes on consent, gender identity, sexual orientation, and masturbation.”
People like this should never get an audience with children, period.
So, should we go back to “normal”? Or something far better?
Let’s create a new and better America, one that respects and protects children, promotes stable families and honors God.
Linda Harvey is president of Mission America.
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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--Bishop Schneider: Govt’s are using COVID-19 as pretext to ‘persecute’ Church

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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--Teen girl challenges UK school guidelines forcing her to share toilets with boys who say they’re gir

Teen girl challenges UK school guidelines forcing her to share toilets with boys who say they’re girls

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April 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) — A teenage girl is launching legal action against ‘ LGBT+ hate crime guidance ’ for schools on account of it recommending that boys who claim to be girls have access to female-only spaces like bathrooms , changing rooms , and shower rooms .
“ Girls should not have to stay silent when they are uncomfortable with males in their toilets , ” the unnamed teenager said , according to Safe Schools Alliance UK , the legal group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ updated and issued in January on behalf of the UK ’ s Crown Prosecution Service ( CPS ) , which is the main public body for conducting criminal prosecutions in England and Wales .
It was developed in collaboration with a number of LGBT activist groups , including Stonewall , a UK group roughly equivalent to the Human Rights Campaign ( HRC ) in the United States .
The guidance claims that excluding “ trans pupils ” from toilets assigned to children of the opposite biological sex “ may amount to indirect discrimination @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thoughts about trans people ” in its definition of “ transphobia.
” The teenage girl pursuing the legal review of the guidance says she feels bullied by the idea that she shouldn ’ t express her unhappiness about the prospect of having to share toilet facilities with males .
“ This is supposed to be anti-bullying guidance , but I feel intimidated that I would have to stay silent , ” she said .
“ That 's not anti-bullying ; not for girls .
It 's not bullying to stand up for your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a female only space where I feel comfortable changing my period things without being worried about judgment .
I actually feel bullied by being told I am breaking the law by saying no.
” The guidance is ostensibly aimed at stopping bullying , but the Safe Schools Alliance UK ( SSA ) , which is supporting the teenager in seeking a judicial review , says it “ effectively means the Police and CPS are monitoring our classrooms and encouraging school children and teachers to report each other for disagreeing with transgender ideology.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will feel intimidated under threat of prosecution to ignore their own personal and sexual boundaries , and will be forced into situations which make them feel uncomfortable or unsafe , ” SSA says on a crowdjustice page seeking financial support for the legal action .
The SSA points out that the guidance “ blurs the distinction between hate crime , which is defined in law , and ‘ hate incidents , ’ which are not.
” The definition of an “ LGBT hate incident ” given in the guidance uses similar language to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of which emphasise the importance of the victim 's perception of what has happened .
A hate crime is described in the guidance as : The guidance goes on to note that “ ( t ) here is no statutory definition of a homophobic or transphobic incident.
” However , it says that it uses the following definition when considering cases with a “ homophobic or transphobic element.
” The guidance then explains that both definitions are used by the CPS “ to identify all LGBT hate crimes on their case files.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ facilitate the intimidation and criminalisation of children for protecting their own boundaries and stating simple biological facts , ” the SSA insisted .
The new legal challenge comes after the SSA announced earlier this month that another teenage girl in the UK who they are supporting has won the right to a full trial against local guidance from the Oxfordshire County Council that allows school-boys who identify as “ transgender girls ” to access girls ’ bathrooms , changing rooms , and dormitory rooms on student trips .
And another local council in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will withdraw similar guidance to its schools after parents had complained that allowing boys to use girls bathrooms undermined the rights of their daughters .
That news follows a statement last week from UK equalities minister Liz Truss , who said “ the protection of single-sex spaces … is extremely important .
”

The girl says she feels bullied and 'intimidated' but is standing up for her rights while pursuing legal action.
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April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) — A teenage girl is launching legal action against ‘LGBT+ hate crime guidance’ for schools on account of it recommending that boys who claim to be girls have access to female-only spaces like bathrooms, changing rooms, and shower rooms.
“Girls should not have to stay silent when they are uncomfortable with males in their toilets,” the unnamed teenager said, according to Safe Schools Alliance UK, the legal group representing the girl.
The guidance was updated and issued in January on behalf of the UK’s Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which is the main public body for conducting criminal prosecutions in England and Wales. It was developed in collaboration with a number of LGBT activist groups, including Stonewall, a UK group roughly equivalent to the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) in the United States.
The guidance claims that excluding “trans pupils” from toilets assigned to children of the opposite biological sex “may amount to indirect discrimination” and even includes “personal negative thoughts about trans people” in its definition of “transphobia.”
The teenage girl pursuing the legal review of the guidance says she feels bullied by the idea that she shouldn’t express her unhappiness about the prospect of having to share toilet facilities with males.
“This is supposed to be anti-bullying guidance, but I feel intimidated that I would have to stay silent,” she said. “That's not anti-bullying; not for girls. It's not bullying to stand up for your rights. I have a right to a female only space where I feel comfortable changing my period things without being worried about judgment. I actually feel bullied by being told I am breaking the law by saying no.”
The guidance is ostensibly aimed at stopping bullying, but the Safe Schools Alliance UK (SSA), which is supporting the teenager in seeking a judicial review, says it “effectively means the Police and CPS are monitoring our classrooms and encouraging school children and teachers to report each other for disagreeing with transgender ideology.”
“The guidance undermines safeguarding because students will feel intimidated under threat of prosecution to ignore their own personal and sexual boundaries, and will be forced into situations which make them feel uncomfortable or unsafe,” SSA says on a crowdjustice page seeking financial support for the legal action.
The SSA points out that the guidance “blurs the distinction between hate crime, which is defined in law, and ‘hate incidents,’ which are not.”
The definition of an “LGBT hate incident” given in the guidance uses similar language to that for a hate crime, both of which emphasise the importance of the victim's perception of what has happened.
A hate crime is described in the guidance as:
Any criminal offence which is perceived by the victim or any other person, to be motivated by a hostility or prejudice based on a person’s race or perceived race; religion or perceived religion; sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation; disability or perceived disability and any crime motivated by a hostility or prejudice against a person who is transgender or perceived to be transgender.
The guidance goes on to note that “(t)here is no statutory definition of a homophobic or transphobic incident.” However, it says that it uses the following definition when considering cases with a “homophobic or transphobic element.”
Any incident which is perceived to be homophobic or transphobic by the victim, or by any other person.
The guidance then explains that both definitions are used by the CPS “to identify all LGBT hate crimes on their case files.”
“Schools must not be allowed to facilitate the intimidation and criminalisation of children for protecting their own boundaries and stating simple biological facts,” the SSA insisted.
The new legal challenge comes after the SSA announced earlier this month that another teenage girl in the UK who they are supporting has won the right to a full trial against local guidance from the Oxfordshire County Council that allows school-boys who identify as “transgender girls” to access girls’ bathrooms, changing rooms, and dormitory rooms on student trips.
And another local council in the UK announced last week that it will withdraw similar guidance to its schools after parents had complained that allowing boys to use girls bathrooms undermined the rights of their daughters.
That news follows a statement last week from UK equalities minister Liz Truss, who said “the protection of single-sex spaces … is extremely important.”
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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--Three crucial components that are missing from bishops’ plan to consecrate country to Mary

Urgent appeal to the bishops of the world : Feed your flock Sign the petition here .
April 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) – When it comes to Our Lady , there is no initiative that I would not support to bring the nation closer to the Blessed Mother , especially in our hour of need .
Thus , I felt a first movement of joy when hearing that Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles announced the U.S. bishops will join the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on May 1 in consecrating the two countries to the Blessed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mother of the Church.
” In the face of the coronavirus crisis , we certainly need Our Lady ’ s help .
By consecrating ourselves to her , we put ourselves under her care and that of her Divine Son .
We are treated as if we belong to them .
However , such a consecration presupposes some conditions .
Upon further reading the news about the consecration , I felt something was missing .
There is so much we should ask for that would better address the deeper problems that plague America @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other such acts .
Indeed , the sudden announcement claimed that the new consecration will reaffirm previous ones done by the bishops , consecrating the United States to Mary .
In 1792 , America ’ s first prelate , Bishop John Carroll , consecrated the nation to Mary under the title of the Immaculate Conception .
Similar consecrations took place in 1846 , 1959 , and 2006 .
The tone of this consecration and the others is notably seeking favors .
Archbishop Gomez announced this re-consecration as a means to ask `` Our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vulnerable , healing of the unwell and wisdom for those who work to cure this terrible virus.
” He further states that “ This year , we seek the assistance of Our Lady all the more earnestly as we face together the effects of the global pandemic.
” There is nothing wrong with asking for Our Lady ’ s help .
We will always benefit from her largess .
However , the sad moral state of the nation should invite us to reflect upon how we got to where we are .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to obtain benefits as if they are entitlements without some commitment on our part .
There are three things I would like to see in a consecration of America to the Blessed Mother .
Sadly , I don ’ t believe they will be mentioned in the ceremony .
They are too contrary to the times .
The first topic is a recognition of our sins .
I would like to see the word sin embedded in the consecration , for we are a sinful nation .
We should mention the sins of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Drag Queen Story Hours for children , drug use , and other such evils that are tearing our country apart .
We must recognize our sins and how they separate us from God and each other .
We should ask to be convinced of the gravity of our sins and reject our culture that ignores God and glorifies all that is sensual , secular , and material .
The foundation of a true consecration to Mary must involve trust between the two parties .
In this case , we must acknowledge our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to abandon their sin .
We can then approach her , who is immaculate and without stain .
We can not expect Our Lady to put us under her mantle if we are constantly offending God .
The second element is a consequence of the first .
The consecration should include mention of a much-needed pardon .
We must ask for forgiveness .
This pardon must be for our personal sins , the collective sins of the nation ( like procured abortion ) and those of the Church .
There should be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re-consecration .
It is a natural sentiment that comes from realizing the pain we caused to someone we love .
Although we may refuse to admit it , our sins weigh heavily upon our consciences .
The asking of pardon would show our sincerity and love for God .
It secures peace for the sinner .
We ask pardon so that the consequences of our sins do not overwhelm us .
We beg pardon for our offense against God to avoid His just punishments .
Thus , before consecrating ourselves to the Blessed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a message to her that we are sincere in our desire to belong to her and her Divine Son .
In this way , like the Prodigal Son , who was filled with sorrow and remorse at having abandoned the Father ’ s house , we will be assured of a warm welcome .
The final element that would give meaning to a consecration of America would be the explicit mention of a desire to amend our lives .
It is a natural consequence of the first two .
In light of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ desire that any return to “ normal ” not be a return to our sinful ways .
Purified by our present sufferings , we must promise a true amendment of our lives .
We must renounce the sins that dominate our culture and strive toward a society that is pleasing to Our Lady .
In this way , the consecration will not only be a request for physical health but the platform for a much-needed spiritual regeneration of the nation .
Of course , I think there is little chance that these three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It is not because I think the bishops will not listen to me , or that my three things are so important .
The reason for such little hope is that the Catholic world did not listen to Our Lady .
The three measures I outlined are merely those requested by Our Lady at Fatima in 1917 .
Today , we see the consequences of ignoring her warnings .
We are witnessing the fulfillment of her prophecies .
The May 1 consecration will be one more missed opportunity to address Our Lady @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dream of that ideal consecration of Catholic bishops and faithful gathered together , acknowledging their sins , asking pardon and promising amendment .
Then the consecration would be truly historic .
It would transform the nation .
This ideal May consecration would be done in reopened churches where the Sacraments are once more administered to the faithful .
The event would usher in a renewed devotion to Mary across the country , expressing itself through tens of thousands of May crownings in churches and schools , honoring her , and covering her altars @ @ @ @ @ @ @ faith and devotion would not fail to move a mother ’ s heart .
Our Lady from heaven would surely smile upon America .
John Horvat II is a scholar , researcher , educator , international speaker , and author of the book Return to Order , as well as the author of hundreds of published articles .
He lives in Spring Grove , Pennsylvania , where he is the vice president of the American Society for the Defense of Tradition , Family and Property .

Unfortunately, the plan leaves out recognition of sins, asking for pardon, and amendment of life.
Urgent appeal to the bishops of the world: Feed your flock Sign the petition here.
April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) – When it comes to Our Lady, there is no initiative that I would not support to bring the nation closer to the Blessed Mother, especially in our hour of need.
Thus, I felt a first movement of joy when hearing that Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles announced the U.S. bishops will join the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on May 1 in consecrating the two countries to the Blessed Mother under the title “Mary, Mother of the Church.”
In the face of the coronavirus crisis, we certainly need Our Lady’s help. By consecrating ourselves to her, we put ourselves under her care and that of her Divine Son. We are treated as if we belong to them.
A consecration that is needed
However, such a consecration presupposes some conditions. Upon further reading the news about the consecration, I felt something was missing. There is so much we should ask for that would better address the deeper problems that plague America.
This consecration should be different from other such acts. Indeed, the sudden announcement claimed that the new consecration will reaffirm previous ones done by the bishops, consecrating the United States to Mary. In 1792, America’s first prelate, Bishop John Carroll, consecrated the nation to Mary under the title of the Immaculate Conception. Similar consecrations took place in 1846, 1959, and 2006.
The tone of this consecration and the others is notably seeking favors. Archbishop Gomez announced this re-consecration as a means to ask “Our Lady’s continued protection of the vulnerable, healing of the unwell and wisdom for those who work to cure this terrible virus.”
He further states that “This year, we seek the assistance of Our Lady all the more earnestly as we face together the effects of the global pandemic.”
There is nothing wrong with asking for Our Lady’s help. We will always benefit from her largess. However, the sad moral state of the nation should invite us to reflect upon how we got to where we are. The consecration cannot only be a formula to obtain benefits as if they are entitlements without some commitment on our part.
Recognition of our sins
There are three things I would like to see in a consecration of America to the Blessed Mother. Sadly, I don’t believe they will be mentioned in the ceremony. They are too contrary to the times.
The first topic is a recognition of our sins. I would like to see the word sin embedded in the consecration, for we are a sinful nation. We should mention the sins of procured abortion, same-sex “marriage,” Drag Queen Story Hours for children, drug use, and other such evils that are tearing our country apart.
We must recognize our sins and how they separate us from God and each other. We should ask to be convinced of the gravity of our sins and reject our culture that ignores God and glorifies all that is sensual, secular, and material.
The foundation of a true consecration to Mary must involve trust between the two parties. In this case, we must acknowledge our iniquities and present ourselves as sinners who want to abandon their sin. We can then approach her, who is immaculate and without stain. We cannot expect Our Lady to put us under her mantle if we are constantly offending God.
Asking for pardon
The second element is a consequence of the first. The consecration should include mention of a much-needed pardon. We must ask for forgiveness. This pardon must be for our personal sins, the collective sins of the nation (like procured abortion) and those of the Church.
There should be a humble and contrite note in this re-consecration. It is a natural sentiment that comes from realizing the pain we caused to someone we love.
Although we may refuse to admit it, our sins weigh heavily upon our consciences. The asking of pardon would show our sincerity and love for God. It secures peace for the sinner. We ask pardon so that the consequences of our sins do not overwhelm us. We beg pardon for our offense against God to avoid His just punishments.
Thus, before consecrating ourselves to the Blessed Mother, we should ask pardon as a message to her that we are sincere in our desire to belong to her and her Divine Son. In this way, like the Prodigal Son, who was filled with sorrow and remorse at having abandoned the Father’s house, we will be assured of a warm welcome.
Amendment of life
The final element that would give meaning to a consecration of America would be the explicit mention of a desire to amend our lives. It is a natural consequence of the first two.
In light of the coronavirus crisis, we should manifest a desire that any return to “normal” not be a return to our sinful ways. Purified by our present sufferings, we must promise a true amendment of our lives. We must renounce the sins that dominate our culture and strive toward a society that is pleasing to Our Lady.
In this way, the consecration will not only be a request for physical health but the platform for a much-needed spiritual regeneration of the nation.
A message unheeded
Of course, I think there is little chance that these three things will be included in the consecration. It is not because I think the bishops will not listen to me, or that my three things are so important.
The reason for such little hope is that the Catholic world did not listen to Our Lady. The three measures I outlined are merely those requested by Our Lady at Fatima in 1917. Today, we see the consequences of ignoring her warnings. We are witnessing the fulfillment of her prophecies.
The May 1 consecration will be one more missed opportunity to address Our Lady’s request.
The ideal consecration
We can only dream of that ideal consecration of Catholic bishops and faithful gathered together, acknowledging their sins, asking pardon and promising amendment. Then the consecration would be truly historic. It would transform the nation.
This ideal May consecration would be done in reopened churches where the Sacraments are once more administered to the faithful. The event would usher in a renewed devotion to Mary across the country, expressing itself through tens of thousands of May crownings in churches and schools, honoring her, and covering her altars with flowers.
Such an outpouring of faith and devotion would not fail to move a mother’s heart. Our Lady from heaven would surely smile upon America.
John Horvat II is a scholar, researcher, educator, international speaker, and author of the book Return to Order, as well as the author of hundreds of published articles. He lives in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, where he is the vice president of the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property.
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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--What I would’ve told a girl in my religion class after she said she’s ‘transgender’

April 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) – It was a beautiful , crisp Saturday morning in the South in late February .
My wife and I were on a short drive north to a nearby parish to participate in a retreat .
As two of the older instructors in our small rural parish 's Faith Formation program , we had been asked to attend the retreat as its representatives .
Planned for eighth and ninth-grade students , the purpose of the retreat was to instruct and properly prepare these teenagers to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation .
Expecting to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was instead assigned to be the sole facilitator for one of the small groups .
The topic of the small group discussion was `` Hard Teachings of the Faith '' , and the challenges that Catholics will encounter in the secular culture for those beliefs .
I fully embraced the topic , viewing it as a special opportunity to educate these young Catholics about the absolute truths and beauty of the Faith .
However , I never anticipated the surprise that was awaiting me .
My group consisted of nine students , six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ -16 .
The last student to enter was a young girl with close-cropped hair and pretty brown eyes .
She sat down in a chair near the front of the classroom , on my left , less than ten feet from me .
During the fifty minute session , I attempted to cover in a broad way the Church 's teachings on marriage , premarital sex , priestly celibacy , homosexuality , and abortion .
There was limited but appropriate back and forth between myself and the students .
I felt good about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
At the very end of the session , when I asked if there were any final questions , the girl who was the last to enter , and who had been quiet but attentive until that moment , stood up and declared : `` I 'm transgender . ''
Caught completely off guard , and as the other students applauded , I thanked her for her courage and honesty .
However , there was no time remaining for further discussion .
Time had run out .
As the students emptied the classroom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I managed a few brief words with the girl .
I did not know her last name , and have neither seen nor spoken with her since the retreat .
The inadequate response on my part haunted me .
It felt as if I failed the girl , both morally and spiritually .
Yet given the circumstances of limited time , the Church 's strict guidelines on interactions of any kind between an adult and a student , the absence of her parents , and the group setting , even now , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not certain what would have been the best way to respond to her announcement .
After much thought and prayer , I wrote a letter to the girl .
It stayed on my computer for several days , its fate uncertain .
One week later , I contacted officials at the school she attends .
The individual I spoke with immediately knew who the girl was .
Eventually , after several calls and emails , I requested the school seek permission from the parents to forward the letter to the girl .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ associated with the school of my unusual request , and then the Pastor contacted an official with the Diocese for approval .
About three weeks later , I was informed that permission had been granted and that the letter had been shared with the girl 's parents .
I would have told her ...
Here is what I would have told that young girl if I had the parents ' prior permission , and if there had been adequate time and a private setting to discuss such a sensitive and personal issue .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ was very bold to speak in our group about her struggle with gender .
I would have told her that despite the otherwise calm outward appearance that all is well , she was not very successful in disguising the suffering she was experiencing .
“ For a teenage girl who apparently feels trapped in the wrong body , it must be terribly confusing and painful .
Your soul must ache for peace , ” I would have said .
`` Gender dysphoria is a very heavy cross to bear .
You may feel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , this personal crisis is further exacerbated by the unexpected bullying by fellow students and other Christian friends , and undoubtedly compounded by a perceived lack of understanding and acceptance from others you had trusted .
I am so sorry , ” I would have told her .
I would have told her that it would not be merciful for me if I were to lie to her .
“ To shield you from God 's truth would be dishonest and cause much greater harm to you over time than any words a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ myths of the modern secular culture , you deserve to hear the truth about gender fluidity from responsible and empathetic adults with wisdom and a strong Catholic faith , individuals who care deeply about you as a person and who are equally concerned about the fate of your eternal soul , ” I would have said .
`` So , here is the hard truth .
The culture is badly mistaken .
You have been misled .
You can neither choose nor change your gender .
The science is clear .
Although the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and surgery , it is impossible to change one 's biological gender , ” I would have told her .
I would have let her know that the Catholic Church 's teachings are in concordance with science .
“ The Church teaches there are only two genders — male and female — God-given at the moment of conception , and immutable .
For you , and for the many others led astray by the lies of the culture , this is a difficult truth to accept .
It may leave you feeling angry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the truth .
Gender can neither be chosen nor changed by the work of human hands , ” I would have told her .
I would have suggested that she pray because prayer has the singular power to heal the soul .
“ Pray unceasingly that God will hear your voice , end the confusion , heal the suffering , grant you His lasting peace , and shower you with His infinite mercy , love , and grace , ” I would have told her .
I would have suggested that she go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Power of the Holy Eucharist .
“ Pray the rosary .
Ask the Blessed Mother to intercede with God on your behalf .
Pray to Saint Michael the Archangel to defend you in this epic spiritual battle for your eternal soul .
Attend Eucharistic Adoration and pray in the presence of The Lord .
Place your complete trust in Jesus Christ , your Lord and Savior , to comfort and heal you , ” I would have told her .
I would have told her to seek both professional assistance and spiritual guidance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care from someone who will only tell you what you want to hear , rather than what you need to hear for true healing and personal salvation , ” I would have told her .
I would have strongly advised her against succumbing to the lure of hormones or surgery .
“ They do not deliver what they seductively promise .
Neither treatment heals the suffering soul ; they disfigure and/or mutilate the body , and would only add to the torment and pain , ” I would have told her .
Finally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not ever lose hope .
“ God loves you unconditionally .
In His eyes , you are beautiful just the way you are .
Remember that you are a child of God , created in His image and likeness .
Ever present at your side , your Guardian Angel stands vigilant and steadfast , ready to protect you from any and all spiritual harm.
” “ You are being called to be a Saint .
It is your destiny .
May God ease your suffering .
May the Lord bless , protect , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your life . ''
Only God knows how this girl ’ s story will end .
Although the girl 's parents had knowledge of my phone number , they never attempted to call me .
The Catholic School that she attended closed shortly after the retreat because of COVID-19 and the shutdown .
An official at the school reported there had been no further contact with the girl , and none was anticipated .
As an eighth-grader , this was her last year at the school .
Since there is no Catholic High @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will probably attend the local public high school in the fall .
There her transgenderism will be celebrated .
Even if she experiences second thoughts about her new chosen sexual identity , peer pressure from “ friends '' may make it difficult for her to reverse the decision .
Similar to this girl , many confused children are being sacrificed on the altar of the modern secular culture .
To counteract the lies of the culture , the Truth must be boldly proclaimed .
Parents , please speak to your children .
Be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be chosen nor changed by the work of human hands .
Children need to hear the truth from you .
It is your parental and moral responsibility .
Please pray for this girl , her parents , and all those affected by the evil plague of transgenderism .

At the very end of the session, when I asked if there were any final questions, the girl stood up and declared: 'I'm transgender'
April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) – It was a beautiful, crisp Saturday morning in the South in late February. My wife and I were on a short drive north to a nearby parish to participate in a retreat. As two of the older instructors in our small rural parish's Faith Formation program, we had been asked to attend the retreat as its representatives. Planned for eighth and ninth-grade students, the purpose of the retreat was to instruct and properly prepare these teenagers to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Expecting to serve as a general chaperone, I was instead assigned to be the sole facilitator for one of the small groups. The topic of the small group discussion was “Hard Teachings of the Faith”, and the challenges that Catholics will encounter in the secular culture for those beliefs. I fully embraced the topic, viewing it as a special opportunity to educate these young Catholics about the absolute truths and beauty of the Faith. However, I never anticipated the surprise that was awaiting me.
My group consisted of nine students, six girls and three boys, ages 13 -16. The last student to enter was a young girl with close-cropped hair and pretty brown eyes. She sat down in a chair near the front of the classroom, on my left, less than ten feet from me.
During the fifty minute session, I attempted to cover in a broad way the Church's teachings on marriage, premarital sex, priestly celibacy, homosexuality, and abortion. There was limited but appropriate back and forth between myself and the students. I felt good about the interaction — until the surprise came.
At the very end of the session, when I asked if there were any final questions, the girl who was the last to enter, and who had been quiet but attentive until that moment, stood up and declared: “I'm transgender.”
Caught completely off guard, and as the other students applauded, I thanked her for her courage and honesty. However, there was no time remaining for further discussion. Time had run out. As the students emptied the classroom and headed back to the general assembly, I managed a few brief words with the girl. I did not know her last name, and have neither seen nor spoken with her since the retreat.
The inadequate response on my part haunted me. It felt as if I failed the girl, both morally and spiritually. Yet given the circumstances of limited time, the Church's strict guidelines on interactions of any kind between an adult and a student, the absence of her parents, and the group setting, even now, almost two months later, I am not certain what would have been the best way to respond to her announcement.
After much thought and prayer, I wrote a letter to the girl. It stayed on my computer for several days, its fate uncertain. One week later, I contacted officials at the school she attends. The individual I spoke with immediately knew who the girl was. Eventually, after several calls and emails, I requested the school seek permission from the parents to forward the letter to the girl. The school notified the Pastor of the parish associated with the school of my unusual request, and then the Pastor contacted an official with the Diocese for approval. About three weeks later, I was informed that permission had been granted and that the letter had been shared with the girl's parents.
I would have told her…
Here is what I would have told that young girl if I had the parents' prior permission, and if there had been adequate time and a private setting to discuss such a sensitive and personal issue.
I would have told her that she was very bold to speak in our group about her struggle with gender.
I would have told her that despite the otherwise calm outward appearance that all is well, she was not very successful in disguising the suffering she was experiencing.
“For a teenage girl who apparently feels trapped in the wrong body, it must be terribly confusing and painful. Your soul must ache for peace,” I would have said.
“Gender dysphoria is a very heavy cross to bear. You may feel alone and abandoned. As you mentioned, this personal crisis is further exacerbated by the unexpected bullying by fellow students and other Christian friends, and undoubtedly compounded by a perceived lack of understanding and acceptance from others you had trusted. I am so sorry,” I would have told her.
I would have told her that it would not be merciful for me if I were to lie to her.
“To shield you from God's truth would be dishonest and cause much greater harm to you over time than any words a bully could ever utter. Amid the myths of the modern secular culture, you deserve to hear the truth about gender fluidity from responsible and empathetic adults with wisdom and a strong Catholic faith, individuals who care deeply about you as a person and who are equally concerned about the fate of your eternal soul,” I would have said.
“So, here is the hard truth. The culture is badly mistaken. You have been misled. You can neither choose nor change your gender. The science is clear. Although the physical body can be altered by medications and surgery, it is impossible to change one's biological gender,” I would have told her.
I would have let her know that the Catholic Church's teachings are in concordance with science.
“The Church teaches there are only two genders — male and female — God-given at the moment of conception, and immutable. For you, and for the many others led astray by the lies of the culture, this is a difficult truth to accept. It may leave you feeling angry and more confused. Yet it is the truth. Gender can neither be chosen nor changed by the work of human hands,” I would have told her.
I would have suggested that she pray because prayer has the singular power to heal the soul.
“Pray unceasingly that God will hear your voice, end the confusion, heal the suffering, grant you His lasting peace, and shower you with His infinite mercy, love, and grace,” I would have told her.
I would have suggested that she go to Mass often and receive the Healing Power of the Holy Eucharist.
“Pray the rosary. Ask the Blessed Mother to intercede with God on your behalf. Pray to Saint Michael the Archangel to defend you in this epic spiritual battle for your eternal soul. Attend Eucharistic Adoration and pray in the presence of The Lord. Place your complete trust in Jesus Christ, your Lord and Savior, to comfort and heal you,” I would have told her.
I would have told her to seek both professional assistance and spiritual guidance.
“Avoid the temptation to seek care from someone who will only tell you what you want to hear, rather than what you need to hear for true healing and personal salvation,” I would have told her.
I would have strongly advised her against succumbing to the lure of hormones or surgery.
“They do not deliver what they seductively promise. Neither treatment heals the suffering soul; they disfigure and/or mutilate the body, and would only add to the torment and pain,” I would have told her.
Finally, I would have told her to not ever lose hope.
“God loves you unconditionally. In His eyes, you are beautiful just the way you are. Remember that you are a child of God, created in His image and likeness. Ever present at your side, your Guardian Angel stands vigilant and steadfast, ready to protect you from any and all spiritual harm.”
“You are being called to be a Saint. It is your destiny. May God ease your suffering. May the Lord bless, protect, and guide you all the days of your life.”
Pray for this girl
Only God knows how this girl’s story will end.
Although the girl's parents had knowledge of my phone number, they never attempted to call me. The Catholic School that she attended closed shortly after the retreat because of COVID-19 and the shutdown. An official at the school reported there had been no further contact with the girl, and none was anticipated.
As an eighth-grader, this was her last year at the school. Since there is no Catholic High School in the area, the girl will probably attend the local public high school in the fall. There her transgenderism will be celebrated. Even if she experiences second thoughts about her new chosen sexual identity, peer pressure from “friends” may make it difficult for her to reverse the decision.
Similar to this girl, many confused children are being sacrificed on the altar of the modern secular culture. To counteract the lies of the culture, the Truth must be boldly proclaimed. Parents, please speak to your children. Be empathetic but clear. Gender can neither be chosen nor changed by the work of human hands. Children need to hear the truth from you. It is your parental and moral responsibility.
Please pray for this girl, her parents, and all those affected by the evil plague of transgenderism.
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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--US Attorney General directs Justice Dept to monitor states for religious freedom violations

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April 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) – U.S. Attorney General William Barr issued a memorandum Monday directing the Department of Justice to be on the lookout for state and local actions that violate the rights of the American people under the guise of COVID-19 emergency measures and to intervene if necessary .
Barr ’ s April 27 memo directs Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Eric Dreiband and U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan Matthew Schneider to “ oversee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and local policies and , if necessary , take action to correct them , ” a step necessitated by the rise of “ policies that would be unthinkable in regular times ” across the country .
“ Even in times of emergency , when reasonable and temporary restrictions are placed on rights , the First Amendment and federal statutory law prohibit discrimination against religious institutions and religious believers , ” Barr wrote .
“ The legal restrictions on state and local authority are not limited to discrimination against religious institutions and religious believers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forbids , in certain circumstances , discrimination against disfavored speech and undue interference with the national economy.
” “ If a state or local ordinance crosses the line from an appropriate exercise of authority to stop the spread of COVID-19 into an overbearing infringement of constitutional and statutory protections , the Department of Justice may have an obligation to address that overreach in federal court , ” Barr warned .
President Donald Trump backed his attorney general during a White House briefing Monday , the Daily Signal reported .
“ Frankly , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have rights taken away , ” he said .
“ There are some people not allowed to open up a store .
They are going to lose their livelihood .
By the way , that causes death also.
” COVID-19 lockdown orders across the country have forced the suspension of many public gatherings and activities across the country for fear of spreading the virus .
Many such actions have been controversial , from ticketing pro-lifers for standing outside abortion centers ( even while maintaining recommended “ social distance ” from one another ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The attorney general ’ s latest memoranda follows a series of actions and statements on the subject , including filing a formal Statement of Interest affirming Mississippi Christians ’ right to hold drive-in church services and comments to conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt warning governors that the Justice Department may step in to prevent them from infringing on Americans ’ “ fundamental rights.
” Readers can click here for LifeSiteNews ’ live updates on the coronavirus and its impact all over the world .

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April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) – U.S. Attorney General William Barr issued a memorandum Monday directing the Department of Justice to be on the lookout for state and local actions that violate the rights of the American people under the guise of COVID-19 emergency measures and to intervene if necessary.
Barr’s April 27 memo directs Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Eric Dreiband and U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan Matthew Schneider to “oversee and coordinate our efforts to monitor state and local policies and, if necessary, take action to correct them,” a step necessitated by the rise of “ policies that would be unthinkable in regular times” across the country.
“Even in times of emergency, when reasonable and temporary restrictions are placed on rights, the First Amendment and federal statutory law prohibit discrimination against religious institutions and religious believers,” Barr wrote. “The legal restrictions on state and local authority are not limited to discrimination against religious institutions and religious believers. For example, the Constitution also forbids, in certain circumstances, discrimination against disfavored speech and undue interference with the national economy.”
“If a state or local ordinance crosses the line from an appropriate exercise of authority to stop the spread of COVID-19 into an overbearing infringement of constitutional and statutory protections, the Department of Justice may have an obligation to address that overreach in federal court,” Barr warned.
President Donald Trump backed his attorney general during a White House briefing Monday, the Daily Signal reported. “Frankly, the attorney general doesn’t want to have rights taken away,” he said. “There are some people not allowed to open up a store. They are going to lose their livelihood. By the way, that causes death also.”
COVID-19 lockdown orders across the country have forced the suspension of many public gatherings and activities across the country for fear of spreading the virus. Many such actions have been controversial, from ticketing pro-lifers for standing outside abortion centers (even while maintaining recommended “social distance” from one another) to prohibiting even drive-in church services.
The attorney general’s latest memoranda follows a series of actions and statements on the subject, including filing a formal Statement of Interest affirming Mississippi Christians’ right to hold drive-in church services and comments to conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt warning governors that the Justice Department may step in to prevent them from infringing on Americans’ “fundamental rights.”
Readers can click here for LifeSiteNews’ live updates on the coronavirus and its impact all over the world.
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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--What to do about vaccines made from aborted fetal cells

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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--Key player in Vatican’s COVID-19 task force pushes environmentalism

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ROME , Italy , April 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) – A key leader of the Vatican ’ s coronavirus task force , Father Augusto Zampini Davies from Argentina , wants to use the current pandemic for pushing environmental issues .
Zampini “ sees the need for conversion and ‘ radical change ’ ” regarding humanity ’ s attitude toward the environment .
According to America Magazine , Zampini “ is convinced that such change ‘ is possible ’ now after people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lockdown.
” He framed the coronavirus pandemic as an ecological question , saying this question was crucial , as the pandemic came about because of the way “ we treat animals and how we treat nature.
” One of the five groups of the task force is led by Zampini .
He focuses on “ analysis and reflection on what is happening in the world during the pandemic and what should happen afterward.
” His part of the coronavirus task force is working with various institutions , including the Potsdam Institute for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until 2018 by German climatologist Hans Joachim Schellnhuber .
In 2015 , Schellnhuber was appointed as an ordinary member of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences .
Prior to that , he had already officially presented Pope Francis ’ s encyclical on the environment , Laudato Si ’ , in the Vatican .
As LifeSiteNews reported in 2015 , he is considered one of the world ’ s leading climate scientists , and one of the strongest advocates of the theory that the earth is undergoing catastrophic global warming .
The German professor is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In order to avoid his catastrophic predictions for unchecked climate change , Schellnhuber proposes the need for indispensable forms of world governance – or in his own words , a ‘ global democratic society ’ — to be organized within the framework of the United Nations , ” LifeSiteNews wrote at the time .
“ Schellnhuber says in his 2013 article ‘ Expanding the Democracy Universe ’ that ‘ global democracy might be organized around three core activities , namely ( i ) an Earth Constitution ; ( ii ) a Global Council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Court.
’ ” Zampini claimed the coronavirus pandemic “ is the first real crisis of the 21st century , ” since the 2008 financial crisis was limited precisely to the financial world .
And “ even if the virus is controlled , it will continue , ” Zampini prophesied .
He added “ it is urgent to anticipate the future , which is tremendous.
” The Argentinian priest is not the only influential man within the Church using the coronavirus pandemic to talk about the environment .
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn said on March @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arises , is our lifestyle adapted to the world ?
The ecological question .
I would first leave out the question of God.
” In talking about the “ ecological question , ” the Archbishop of Vienna encouraged people to use the current pandemic as a time for reflection .
“ Is it really necessary to fly to London for the weekend to go shopping ?
Is it really necessary to spend the Christmas holidays in the Maldives ?
Is it really necessary that we have huge cruise ships with 4,000 people on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dramatic way ?
Do we really need to have 200,000 airplanes in the air every day ?
” Those questions , Schönborn said , lead to a deeper question : “ Is God trying to tell us something with this ?
Does he perhaps want to remind us that he has entrusted creation to us , and not given it to us to devastate it ?
” Most prominently , Pope Francis claimed on several occasions that the COVID-19 pandemic is “ certainly nature ’ s response ” to man ’ s failure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the environment .
When asked if the current crisis and the economic devastation it is wreaking is a chance for an “ ecological conversion , ” the Pope responded by quoting a Spanish saying .
“ God always forgives , we forgive sometimes , but nature never forgives , ” he said .
“ We did not respond to the partial catastrophes .
Who now speaks of the fires in Australia , or remembers that 18 months ago a boat could cross the North Pole because the glaciers had all melted ?
Who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t know if these are the revenge of nature , but they are certainly nature ’ s responses , ” the Pope claimed .
On Earth Day , Pope Francis declared that humanity has “ sinned against the earth , against our neighbors and ultimately against the Creator.
” Again , he quoted the Spanish saying , adding that “ if we have despoiled the earth , its response will be very ugly.
” Meanwhile , many Catholic leaders talk about the coronavirus pandemic in terms of God ’ s punishment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ issue .
Popular theologian Scott Hahn told LifeSiteNews ’ John-Henry Westen that the question of punishment was “ complicated , ” nevertheless giving a straightforward answer .
“ You know , I would say , ‘ Is God getting even with us ?
Is God getting back at us ?
’ No .
God is trying to get us back to Himself .
That ’ s the purpose of punishment .
So is this a punishment ?
Well , yeah .
And why ?
Because we have sinned.
” Bishop Athanasius Schneider was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic “ a divine intervention to chastise and purify the sinful world and also the Church.
” He specifically mentioned “ the idolatrous veneration of the Pachamama ” and the implicit approval of “ sexual relationships outside a valid marriage , by allowing the so-called ‘ divorced and remarried ’ who are sexually active to receive Holy Communion.
” Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò , the former Apostolic Nuncio to the United States , linked the coronavirus to a chastisement from God for sin while calling on Pope Francis to “ convert ” for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ terrible sacrilege ” of idolatry , using the Pachamama statues during the Amazon Synod .
“ The Pope , the Hierarchy , and all Bishops , Priests and Religious must immediately and absolutely convert , ” he said during a March 29 interview .
“ [ These clerics ] have even committed acts of unprecedented gravity , such as we saw with the adoration of the Pachamama idol in the Vatican itself , ” Viganò pointed out .
“ Indeed , I think Our Lord has rightly become indignant at the great multitude @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be setting a good example , because they are Shepherds , to the flocks to whom they have been entrusted .
”

Fr. Augusto Zampini Davies claimed the pandemic came about because of the way 'we treat animals and how we treat nature.'
Urgent appeal to the bishops of the world: Feed your flock Sign the petition here.
ROME, Italy, April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) – A key leader of the Vatican’s coronavirus task force, Father Augusto Zampini Davies from Argentina, wants to use the current pandemic for pushing environmental issues. Zampini “sees the need for conversion and ‘radical change’” regarding humanity’s attitude toward the environment.
According to America Magazine, Zampini “is convinced that such change ‘is possible’ now after people’s experience of the pandemic and the lockdown.” He framed the coronavirus pandemic as an ecological question, saying this question was crucial, as the pandemic came about because of the way “we treat animals and how we treat nature.”
One of the five groups of the task force is led by Zampini. He focuses on “analysis and reflection on what is happening in the world during the pandemic and what should happen afterward.”
His part of the coronavirus task force is working with various institutions, including the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, founded and headed until 2018 by German climatologist Hans Joachim Schellnhuber.
In 2015, Schellnhuber was appointed as an ordinary member of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences. Prior to that, he had already officially presented Pope Francis’s encyclical on the environment, Laudato Si’, in the Vatican.
As LifeSiteNews reported in 2015, he is considered one of the world’s leading climate scientists, and one of the strongest advocates of the theory that the earth is undergoing catastrophic global warming.
The German professor is a proponent of one-world government. “In order to avoid his catastrophic predictions for unchecked climate change, Schellnhuber proposes the need for indispensable forms of world governance – or in his own words, a ‘global democratic society’ — to be organized within the framework of the United Nations,” LifeSiteNews wrote at the time.
“Schellnhuber says in his 2013 article ‘Expanding the Democracy Universe’ that ‘global democracy might be organized around three core activities, namely (i) an Earth Constitution; (ii) a Global Council; and (iii) a Planetary Court.’”
Zampini claimed the coronavirus pandemic “is the first real crisis of the 21st century,” since the 2008 financial crisis was limited precisely to the financial world. And “even if the virus is controlled, it will continue,” Zampini prophesied. He added “it is urgent to anticipate the future, which is tremendous.”
The Argentinian priest is not the only influential man within the Church using the coronavirus pandemic to talk about the environment.
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn said on March 22, “Of course the question arises, is our lifestyle adapted to the world? The ecological question. I would first leave out the question of God.”
In talking about the “ecological question,” the Archbishop of Vienna encouraged people to use the current pandemic as a time for reflection.
“Is it really necessary to fly to London for the weekend to go shopping? Is it really necessary to spend the Christmas holidays in the Maldives? Is it really necessary that we have huge cruise ships with 4,000 people on board that pollute the seas in a dramatic way? Do we really need to have 200,000 airplanes in the air every day?”
Those questions, Schönborn said, lead to a deeper question: “Is God trying to tell us something with this? Does he perhaps want to remind us that he has entrusted creation to us, and not given it to us to devastate it?”
Most prominently, Pope Francis claimed on several occasions that the COVID-19 pandemic is “certainly nature’s response” to man’s failure to address humanity’s impact on the environment.
When asked if the current crisis and the economic devastation it is wreaking is a chance for an “ecological conversion,” the Pope responded by quoting a Spanish saying. “God always forgives, we forgive sometimes, but nature never forgives,” he said.
“We did not respond to the partial catastrophes. Who now speaks of the fires in Australia, or remembers that 18 months ago a boat could cross the North Pole because the glaciers had all melted? Who speaks now of the floods? I don’t know if these are the revenge of nature, but they are certainly nature’s responses,” the Pope claimed.
On Earth Day, Pope Francis declared that humanity has “sinned against the earth, against our neighbors and ultimately against the Creator.” Again, he quoted the Spanish saying, adding that “if we have despoiled the earth, its response will be very ugly.”
Meanwhile, many Catholic leaders talk about the coronavirus pandemic in terms of God’s punishment for sin, not as an ecological issue.
Popular theologian Scott Hahn told LifeSiteNews’ John-Henry Westen that the question of punishment was “complicated,” nevertheless giving a straightforward answer.
“You know, I would say, ‘Is God getting even with us? Is God getting back at us?’ No. God is trying to get us back to Himself. That’s the purpose of punishment. So is this a punishment? Well, yeah. And why? Because we have sinned.”
Bishop Athanasius Schneider was not afraid of explicitly calling the coronavirus pandemic “a divine intervention to chastise and purify the sinful world and also the Church.”
He specifically mentioned “the idolatrous veneration of the Pachamama” and the implicit approval of “sexual relationships outside a valid marriage, by allowing the so-called ‘divorced and remarried’ who are sexually active to receive Holy Communion.”
Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, the former Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, linked the coronavirus to a chastisement from God for sin while calling on Pope Francis to “convert” for having brought into the Church the “terrible sacrilege” of idolatry, using the Pachamama statues during the Amazon Synod.
“The Pope, the Hierarchy, and all Bishops, Priests and Religious must immediately and absolutely convert,” he said during a March 29 interview.
“[These clerics] have even committed acts of unprecedented gravity, such as we saw with the adoration of the Pachamama idol in the Vatican itself,” Viganò pointed out.
“Indeed, I think Our Lord has rightly become indignant at the great multitude of scandals committed by those who ought to be setting a good example, because they are Shepherds, to the flocks to whom they have been entrusted.”
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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--Planned Parenthood prez: restricting abortions during health crisis ‘unconscionable’

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April 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) – The acting head of the United States ’ largest abortion chain declared Monday that it ’ s “ unconscionable ” to suspend elective abortions during the COVID-19 crisis , even as countless legitimate medical procedures have also been suspended with little to no resistance .
Planned Parenthood CEO Alexis McGill Johnson made the comments Monday during an interview on Democracy Now , where she told Amy Goodman it was “ really unconscionable ” that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restrict access to health care.
” “ Think about this .
Women are the majority of healthcare workers , ” she said .
“ We ’ re the majority of people homeschooling right now .
We are the majority of essential workers .
Our bodies have literally been deemed essential , and yet our bodies — the control of our bodies and the right to control our own bodies has not.
” U.S .
Surgeon General Jerome Adams and the federal Centers for Disease Control ( CDC ) have advised healthcare facilities to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both to limit the spread of COVID and to free up time and resources to focus on infected patients .
Many states have temporarily ordered health providers to comply , some explicitly clarifying that abortions will be held to the same standard , which the abortion industry has challenged in court .
The closest Johnson came to addressing the rationale for the suspensions is arguing that abortion pills dispensed via telehealth checkups ( i.e.
, “ webcam abortions ” ) should not be suspended because they do not use up personal protective equipment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ argue that these “ safe , home abortions ” run the risk of placing additional , unnecessary strain on the healthcare system .
“ Elective abortion , both surgical and drug induced , also generates more patients to be seen in already overburdened emergency rooms , ” the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists ( AAPLOG ) states .
“ Most abortion providers instruct women to go to an emergency room if they have any concerning symptoms after the abortion .
Approximately five percent of women who undergo medication abortions will require @ @ @ @ @ @ @ commonly for hemorrhage .
Surgical abortions can also result in hemorrhage .
Emergency room personnel – who are already struggling to meet the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic – will be further strained to provide care to these women.
” Readers can click here for LifeSiteNews ’ live updates on the coronavirus and its impact all over the world .

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April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) – The acting head of the United States’ largest abortion chain declared Monday that it’s “unconscionable” to suspend elective abortions during the COVID-19 crisis, even as countless legitimate medical procedures have also been suspended with little to no resistance.
Planned Parenthood CEO Alexis McGill Johnson made the comments Monday during an interview on Democracy Now, where she told Amy Goodman it was “really unconscionable” that “people would use a pandemic to restrict access to health care.”
“Think about this. Women are the majority of healthcare workers,” she said. “We’re the majority of people homeschooling right now. We are the majority of essential workers. Our bodies have literally been deemed essential, and yet our bodies — the control of our bodies and the right to control our own bodies has not.”
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams and the federal Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have advised healthcare facilities to reschedule non-urgent appointments and elective procedures, both to limit the spread of COVID and to free up time and resources to focus on infected patients. Many states have temporarily ordered health providers to comply, some explicitly clarifying that abortions will be held to the same standard, which the abortion industry has challenged in court.
The closest Johnson came to addressing the rationale for the suspensions is arguing that abortion pills dispensed via telehealth checkups (i.e., “webcam abortions”) should not be suspended because they do not use up personal protective equipment such as masks.
However, pro-lifers argue that these “safe, home abortions” run the risk of placing additional, unnecessary strain on the healthcare system.
“Elective abortion, both surgical and drug induced, also generates more patients to be seen in already overburdened emergency rooms,” the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AAPLOG) states. “Most abortion providers instruct women to go to an emergency room if they have any concerning symptoms after the abortion. Approximately five percent of women who undergo medication abortions will require evaluation in an emergency room, most commonly for hemorrhage. Surgical abortions can also result in hemorrhage. Emergency room personnel – who are already struggling to meet the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic – will be further strained to provide care to these women.”
Readers can click here for LifeSiteNews’ live updates on the coronavirus and its impact all over the world.
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lifesitenews--2020-04-28--Healthcare CEO: ‘Hospitals in every corner of the country might close for good’ – live COVID-19 news

LifeSite ’ s previous ( and future ) live updates on the coronavirus crisis and how it relates to issues our readers care about can be viewed HERE .
The cancellation of “ elective ” surgeries and medical procedures has caused large numbers of healthcare workers , particularly in areas with low coronavirus numbers , to lose their jobs or be furloughed .
There are “ a historic number of empty beds in [ hospital ] systems left untouched by the pandemic , ” Rick Jackson , the CEO of the third-largest healthcare staffing company in the United States , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ account for half of all hospital revenue , which means hospitals are now making , and spending , half what they were this time last year , ” he explained .
“ It 's not surprising , then , that the industry shed a record 43,000 health care workers in the first month of this crisis .
Experts expect equal or greater layoffs this month , when the sustained forbearance has made revenue even more urgent.
” “ Even before this crisis , one in four rural hospitals were vulnerable to closure .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ have more empty beds than ever before.
” He warned that “ hospitals in every corner of the country might close for good.
” April 28 , 2020 , 4:04 p.m. EST : The Catholic bishops of Ohio have extended their ban on public Masses through May 29 .
They announced : We thank you for and admire the patience , cooperation and understanding you have already shown during this COVID-19 pandemic .
We realize the frustration , sadness , and loss the faithful felt not to be able to gather personally to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Triduum and each Sunday .
During this time of sacrifice and longing , we have joined our prayers and hearts to yours , trusting that God will see us through this pandemic and reunite us at the Eucharistic Feast .
Out of deep concern for the common good as well as the physical and spiritual well-being of all the people of Ohio , the Catholic Bishops of Ohio have agreed once again to cooperate with the governor , and to support and abide by the multi-phased approach to returning to work and eventual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 28 , 2020 ( LifeSiteNews ) – In Texas , police posing as customers arrested two women for offering “ a cosmetic , beauty service that is prohibited under the emergency ordinance ” out of their homes .
“ Police say the women were reported anonymously through the department 's app , ” Reason reported .
They could each be fined $ 1,000 and spend nearly six months ( 180 days ) in jail .
John Zmirak and pro-life activist Jason Jones have written an article for The Stream titled , “ There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the China Virus.
” They argue that “ hardcore lockdown virus hawks who claim that theirs is the only pro-life position ” are “ smothering the pro-life message under a smelly , polyester leftover from the 70s .
That is , the ‘ Seamless Garment.
’ ” The Seamless Garment works as a poison pill cooked up to keep pro-abortion Democrats in power .
It turns the pro-life message into a reckless Utopian program .
Then it holds unborn children hostage to every other demand on the left ’ s agenda… Why should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comes to discussing efforts to weather this virus crisis ?
But that ’ s exactly what they ’ re doing .
That ’ s what it means to denounce efforts to balance the artificial poverty the government ’ s imposing on America against the potential lives saved by quarantining the country for indefinite months or years .
The pro-life movement emerged from the grassroots for a very specific purpose .
That is , to fight the direct , intentional killing of the innocent permitted or inflicted by the government .
That ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pro-life position on abortion , euthanasia , genocide , and ethnic cleansing .
But not on smoking , motorcycle helmets , gun laws , face masks , or hydroxychloroquine .
On April 23 , Politico reported , “ Canada 's public health authority says around 1 million KN95 respirators acquired from China have failed to meet federal Covid-19 standards for use by front-line health professionals.
” Life Legal Defense Foundation is warning against a rush to place coronavirus patients on ventilators , noting it may end up doing more harm than good , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to deny other forms of life-sustaining care .
Mississippi Gov .
Tate Reeves has apologized for shutting down so many businesses , writing on Facebook , “ I really believe in my heart , there is no such thing as a non-essential business.
” Some Catholic churches in Montana will begin offering public Masses again this weekend , provided the bishops approve of the re-opening plans of individual parishes .
Directives from the Montana bishops say , “ Priests may wish to remind the faithful that they are not required to receive Communion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be offered in the hand only , with just care and reverence.
” Some recent LifeSiteNews articles on the coronavirus crisis include : • Chinese Communist Party ‘ the biggest and most serious virus of all ’ : Exiled human rights activist • ‘ Give us back our Mass !
’ : Young Catholics around the world plead with bishops • US , Canadian bishops to consecrate nations to Mary , seek her intercession against COVID-19 • Trump ’ s top diplomat says admin may never restore WHO funding over coronavirus • UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , is ‘ the beating heart of this country ’ • Abortion pill reversal hotline gets record number of calls during COVID-19 panic

Live updates on the coronavirus crisis and how it relates to pro-life issues, faith, and freedom.
LifeSite’s previous (and future) live updates on the coronavirus crisis and how it relates to issues our readers care about can be viewed HERE.
The cancellation of “elective” surgeries and medical procedures has caused large numbers of healthcare workers, particularly in areas with low coronavirus numbers, to lose their jobs or be furloughed.
There are “a historic number of empty beds in [hospital] systems left untouched by the pandemic,” Rick Jackson, the CEO of the third-largest healthcare staffing company in the United States, wrote for Newsweek.
“Outpatient services account for half of all hospital revenue, which means hospitals are now making, and spending, half what they were this time last year,” he explained. “It's not surprising, then, that the industry shed a record 43,000 health care workers in the first month of this crisis. Experts expect equal or greater layoffs this month, when the sustained forbearance has made revenue even more urgent.”
“Even before this crisis, one in four rural hospitals were vulnerable to closure. Now, many of these rural systems have more empty beds than ever before.”
He warned that “hospitals in every corner of the country might close for good.”
April 29, 2020, 7:24 p.m. EST: The Associated Press reports, “A pregnant inmate whose baby was delivered by cesarean section while she was on a ventilator after being hospitalized with coronavirus symptoms has died in federal custody, the Bureau of Prisons said Tuesday.”
Her name was Andrea Circle Bear. She was 30 years old.
April 29, 2020, 1:18 p.m. EST: New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has threatened the “Jewish community, and all communities” with arrest if they gather in large groups during the city’s ongoing coronavirus lockdown. His comments have been widely criticized.
On April 27, a New York City emergency room doctor wrote an op-ed for the New York Post about why it’s “time to start opening up” the country again.
In Texas, beginning Friday, “Retail stores, restaurants, movie theaters, and shopping malls will all be allowed to open at 25% capacity to provide for social distancin,” the Washington Examiner reports. “Libraries and museums were also approved to reopen at 25% capacity, but hands-on exhibits must remain closed.”
According to CNN, “Cash-strapped Lebanon is facing growing turmoil after the fallout from the coronavirus outbreak sparked violent protests over rising hunger and poverty.”
Newsweek reported yesterday:
…just last year, the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases, the organization led by Dr. [Anthony] Fauci, funded scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and other institutions for work on gain-of-function research on bat coronaviruses. In 2019, with the backing of NIAID, the National Institutes of Health committed $3.7 million over six years for research that included some gain-of-function work. The program followed another $3.7 million, 5-year project for collecting and studying bat coronaviruses, which ended in 2019, bringing the total to $7.4 million. Many scientists have criticized gain of function research, which involves manipulating viruses in the lab to explore their potential for infecting humans, because it creates a risk of starting a pandemic from accidental release.
April 29, 2020, 9:23 a.m. EST: In his April 28 column, Dennis Prager wrote:
…the ease with which police state tactics have been employed and the equal ease with which most Americans have accepted them have been breathtaking. People will argue that a temporary police state has been justified because of the allegedly unique threat to life posed by the new coronavirus. I do not believe the data will bear that out. Regardless, let us at least agree that we are closer to a police state than ever in American history.
Prager argued that “we are presently living with all four of the key hallmarks of a police state,” which he lists as:
Draconian laws depriving citizens of elementary civil rights; A mass media supportive of the state’s messaging and deprivation of rights; Use of police; and Snitches.
“Police departments throughout America have agreed to enforce these laws and edicts with what can only be described as frightening alacrity,” he continued. “After hearing me describe police giving summonses to, or even arresting, people for playing baseball with their children on a beach, jogging alone without a mask, or worshipping on Easter while sitting isolated in their cars in a church parking lot, a police officer called my show. He explained that the police have no choice.”
And they are tipped off about people doing innocent activities like jogging without a mask by “snitches.”
April 28, 2020, 4:04 p.m. EST: The Catholic bishops of Ohio have extended their ban on public Masses through May 29. They announced:
We thank you for and admire the patience, cooperation and understanding you have already shown during this COVID-19 pandemic. We realize the frustration, sadness, and loss the faithful felt not to be able to gather personally to celebrate the Paschal Mysteries during the Sacred Triduum and each Sunday. During this time of sacrifice and longing, we have joined our prayers and hearts to yours, trusting that God will see us through this pandemic and reunite us at the Eucharistic Feast. Out of deep concern for the common good as well as the physical and spiritual well-being of all the people of Ohio, the Catholic Bishops of Ohio have agreed once again to cooperate with the governor, and to support and abide by the multi-phased approach to returning to work and eventual public gathering in large groups.
April 28, 2020 (LifeSiteNews) – In Texas, police posing as customers arrested two women for offering “a cosmetic, beauty service that is prohibited under the emergency ordinance” out of their homes.
“Police say the women were reported anonymously through the department's app,” Reason reported. They could each be fined $1,000 and spend nearly six months (180 days) in jail.
John Zmirak and pro-life activist Jason Jones have written an article for The Stream titled, “There is No ‘Pro-Life’ Position on the China Virus.”
They argue that “hardcore lockdown virus hawks who claim that theirs is the only pro-life position” are “smothering the pro-life message under a smelly, polyester leftover from the 70s. That is, the ‘Seamless Garment.’”
Jones and Zmirak continue:
The Seamless Garment works as a poison pill cooked up to keep pro-abortion Democrats in power. It turns the pro-life message into a reckless Utopian program. Then it holds unborn children hostage to every other demand on the left’s agenda… Why should pro-lifers fall for this tactic when it comes to discussing efforts to weather this virus crisis? But that’s exactly what they’re doing. That’s what it means to denounce efforts to balance the artificial poverty the government’s imposing on America against the potential lives saved by quarantining the country for indefinite months or years. The pro-life movement emerged from the grassroots for a very specific purpose. That is, to fight the direct, intentional killing of the innocent permitted or inflicted by the government. That’s it. So there is indeed a pro-life position on abortion, euthanasia, genocide, and ethnic cleansing. But not on smoking, motorcycle helmets, gun laws, face masks, or hydroxychloroquine.
On April 23, Politico reported, “Canada's public health authority says around 1 million KN95 respirators acquired from China have failed to meet federal Covid-19 standards for use by front-line health professionals.”
Life Legal Defense Foundation is warning against a rush to place coronavirus patients on ventilators, noting it may end up doing more harm than good, and can be used as an excuse to deny other forms of life-sustaining care.
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves has apologized for shutting down so many businesses, writing on Facebook, “I really believe in my heart, there is no such thing as a non-essential business.”
Some Catholic churches in Montana will begin offering public Masses again this weekend, provided the bishops approve of the re-opening plans of individual parishes. Directives from the Montana bishops say, “Priests may wish to remind the faithful that they are not required to receive Communion. Distribution of holy Communion is to be offered in the hand only, with just care and reverence.”
Some recent LifeSiteNews articles on the coronavirus crisis include:
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