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Jan 20, 2025 | 
lifenews.com | Steven Ertelt |Maria Gallagher
We stand at the precipice of history as Donald J. Trump assumes the office of the Presidency for the second time. I have heard a number of people remark about a renewed optimism, born of the promise of a new era in government—one that is not tied to the abortion industry. The Biden Administration will be remembered as the most pro-abortion White House in U.S. history. The list could go on and on. Follow LifeNews.com on Instagram for pro-life pictures and videos.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
lifenews.com | Steven Ertelt |Maria Gallagher
Fathers are far too often forgotten, when it comes to the protection of preborn babies’ rights. But a long-time pregnancy care center in Pennsylvania is trying to change that with its fatherhood initiative. Morning Star Pregnancy Services, based in south central Pennsylvania, is reaching out to the fathers of preborn babies with care, concern, and compassion.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
lifenews.com | Steven Ertelt |Maria Gallagher
When I was in first grade and just beginning my adventure in reading, Sister Marcia held up a sign that said “do.” She asked my classmates and me how the word was pronounced. I immediately raised by hand and shouted out, “Doh,” as in one of my favorite songs from the “Sound of Music” (“Do…a deer, a female deer…). A male classmate piped up “Doo,” and Sister Marcia declared that he had the right answer.
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Dec 3, 2024 | 
catholicmom.com | Taryn Oesch DeLong |Elise Gallagher |Maria Gallagher
Maria V. Gallagher explores a new book about what every woman of faith should know when it comes to holy ambition. Holy Ambition: Thriving as a Catholic Woman at Work and at HomeBy Taryn DeLong and Elise Crawford GallagherPublisher: Ave Maria PressWhen I was a little girl, I was captivated by the thought of what I would do when I grew up. And by “do,” I meant professionally speaking. I had so many occupations on my wish list: actress, journalist, psychologist, lawyer.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
lifenews.com | Steven Ertelt |Maria Gallagher
A pro-life message can hit you at the most unexpected of moments. I was watching a TV Christmas movie when I heard one of the characters shout out, “I’m pregnant!”The immediate response from the man by her side was “Best Christmas present ever!”And so it is. LifeNews is on GETTR. Please follow us for the latest pro-life newsA child is such a blessing, especially during the holidays. Her birth signals hope for the future and a profound change of the status quo.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
catholicmom.com | Maria Gallagher
Maria V. Gallagher discovers a rich spiritual resource for busy moms in the new page-a-day devotional by Father James Kubicki, S.J. A Year of Daily Offerings: Giving Your Life to God One Day at a TimeFather James Kubicki, S.J.Publisher: Ignatius PressFor busy Catholic moms, it can be difficult to spare the time that it takes to do effective spiritual reading.
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Nov 8, 2024 | 
lifenews.com | Steven Ertelt |Maria Gallagher
The Associated Press has projected that maverick challenger Dave McCormick will unseat pro-abortion Democrat Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania who has held the seat since 2007. Sen. Casey has refused to concede the race. It could be argued, however, that Casey conceded long ago. He conceded to the abortion industry, turning away from the pro-life roots established by his father, the late Governor Robert Casey Sr.He conceded to party bosses who push abortion all the way up to birth.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
catholicmom.com | Ralph Martin |Maria Gallagher
Maria V. Gallagher finds renewed hope for the spiritual journey in a new memoir by Ralph Martin. A Life in the Spirit: A Memoirby Ralph MartinPublisher: Emmaus Road PublishingWhen I finish a good book, I experience the same feeling I get when I enjoy a scrumptious dinner: I take a deep breath, sigh, and wish I could hit a button labeled “repeat” and do it all again. That’s my take on the new memoir, A Life in the Spirit by noted Catholic evangelist Ralph Martin.
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Oct 16, 2024 | 
lifenews.com | Steven Ertelt |Maria Gallagher
There was a time when Bob Casey seemed to aspire to follow in the footsteps of his legendary father, Robert Casey, Senior. Entering into the political world inhabited by his Dad, the junior Casey sought and won the endorsements of pro-life organizations. But no more. The U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania, in the heat of a tough re-election campaign, has now been endorsed by the radical pro-abortion organization Reproductive Freedom for All, formerly known as NARAL.
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Oct 5, 2024 | 
catholicmom.com | Maria Gallagher
In a moment when she could do nothing but pray, Maria V. Gallagher found a lifeline in the Rosary. Venerable Patrick Peyton, known as "The Rosary Priest," devoted his priestly life to encouraging family prayer, especially the Rosary. This October, for the Month of the Holy Rosary, Family Rosary (an apostolate founded by Father Peyton) and Catholic Mom have teamed up for this daily series dedicated to the Rosary. It is a moment that is seared in my mind forever.
