The Cuomo bill (now a law) in New York is, from the "progressive" perspective, an effort to protect what the majority in their legislature regard as a human right - the right to kill the child in the womb. They recognize that the "Roe v. Wade" and "Doe v. Bolton" decisions were decided on specious grounds and would soon be overturned by a Supreme Court that actually respects the Constitution.

VATICAN CITY, 30 NOVEMBER 2016 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for December is: "That the scandal of child-soldiers may be eliminated the world over".

His intention for evangelization is: "That the peoples of Europe may rediscover the beauty, goodness, and truth of the Gospel which gives joy and hope to life.".

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VATICAN CITY, 31 May 2016 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for June is: "That the aged, marginalised, and those who have no-one may find, even within the huge cities of the world, opportunities for encounter and solidarity".

His intention for evangelization is: "That seminarians and men and women entering religious life may have mentors who live the joy of the Gospel and prepare them wisely for their mission".

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VATICAN CITY, 29 April 2016 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for May is: "That in every country in the world, women may be honoured and respected and that their essential contribution to society may be highly esteemed".

His intention for evangelization is: "That families, communities and groups may pray the Holy Rosary for evangelisation and peace".

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VATICAN CITY, 31 March 2016 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for April is: "That small farmers may receive a just reward for their precious labour".

His intention for evangelization is: "“That Christians in Africa may give witness to love and faith in Jesus Christ amid political-religious conflicts".

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VATICAN CITY, 29 February 2016 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for March is: "That families in need may receive the necessary support and that children may grow up in healthy and peaceful environments."

His intention for evangelization is: "That those Christians who, on account of their faith, are discriminated against or are being persecuted, may remain strong and faithful to the Gospel, thanks to the incessant prayer of the Church."

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VATICAN CITY, 1 FEBRUARY 2016 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for February is: "That we may take good care of creation – a gift freely given – cultivating and protecting it for future generations".

His intention for evangelization is: "That opportunities may increase for dialogue and encounter between the Christian faith and the peoples of Asia".

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Published by VISarchive - February 1, 2016

 

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VATICAN CITY, 30 December 2015 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for January, 2016 is: "That sincere dialogue among men and women of different faiths may produce the fruits of peace and justice".

His intention for evangelization is: "That by means of dialogue and fraternal charity and with the grace of the Holy Spirit, Christians may overcome divisions".

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VATICAN CITY 30 November, 2015 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for December is: "That all may experience the mercy of God, who never tires of forgiving".

His intention for evangelization is: "That families, especially those who suffer, may find in the birth of Jesus a sign of certain hope".

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VATICAN CITY 30 October, 2015 (VIS) - Pope Francis' universal prayer intention for November is: "That we may be open to personal encounter and dialogue with all, even those whose convictions differ from our own".

His intention for evangelization is: "That pastors of the Church, with profound love for their flocks, may accompany them and enliven their hope".

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Published by VISarchive - October 30, 2015

 

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