Category Archives: Pro-Life

International Criminal Court to Investigate New Zealand’s Ante-natal Screening Programme

This past week has seen some exciting news regarding the antenatal screening programme in New Zealand.  The purpose of the programme is to detect Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida and other conditions in pre-born babies with the intention of preventing the birth … Continue reading

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Pro-Life Prayer Intentions – April 2012

Please join the staff and volunteers of Family Life International NZ as we pray for the following intentions: ■For the traditional family.  We pray for all families that they may be strengthened.  We pray for those who wish to destroy … Continue reading

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Pro-Life Prayer Intentions April 2012

Please join the staff and volunteers of Family Life International NZ as we pray for the following intentions: ■For every girl and woman who finds herself facing a crisis pregnancy.  May she find the support she needs to have great … Continue reading

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Pro-Life Prayer Intentions March 2012

 “A great prayer for life is urgently needed, a prayer which will rise up throughout the world…Let us…discover anew the humility and courage to pray and fast so that power from on high will break down the walls of lies … Continue reading

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Making Reparation for Sins Against Life

As we begin the Lenten journey, it would do us well to stop for a moment and think about not only the state of our own soul, but that of our nation.  For it is the laws of our land which allow … Continue reading

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Celebrating Family

Blessed John Paul II wrote in his exhortation Familiaris Consortio “the future of humanity passes by way of the family.”  Why would that be so?  Because it is within the family that children learn to be responsible, caring people who … Continue reading

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Defending Life Without Counting the Cost

March 22nd saw the anniversary of America’s Roe v Wade decision (1973) which made abortion legal in the United States. For 39 years, thousands have marched in Washington DC on this day, speaking up for those who have no voice.  Asking … Continue reading

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5 Gifts to Build a Culture of Life

‘Tis the season for giving.  While we think of our loved ones, and those less fortunate than ourselves, spare a thought for what you personally might give throughout 2012 to help build a Culture of Life.  Here are 5 top … Continue reading

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Salvation Army Support Abortion in Certain Circumstances

The Salvation Army are to be commended for the work they do and the compassion they show for the poor, the weak and the marginalised.  At this time of year in particular, they are there for so many people and … Continue reading

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Contradicting the Value of Preborn Children

Last week tragedy struck a family who were pregnant with 32 week old twins.  One twin was found to have a congenital heart defect which for the parents was enough to warrant a death sentence.  The “procedure” was duly carried out and one … Continue reading

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