Bishop: New Iowa ‘School Choice’ Program a Boon for Catholic Schools
Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the Students First Act into law on Jan. 24.
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Iowa Lawmakers Make Progress With Pro-Life Constitutional Amendment
The Iowa Supreme Court found a ‘right to abortion’ under the state’s constitution in 2018. The proposed amendment would nullify the court’s finding.
Iowa Religious Freedom Bill Sets ‘Highest Standard’ for Government, Backers Say
If the Iowa bill becomes law, when a person’s free exercise of religion is burdened by state action, he or she may cite the act as a defense in a judicial or administrative proceeding.
Iowa Priest Makes Annual Men’s Dinner Part of Parish Life
“I normally do it the week between Christmas and New Year. It is just a social thing as a way to build up the community.”
Pro-Life Laws Advance in Iowa, Mississippi, Tennessee
Marjorie Dannenfelser of the Susan B. Anthony List praised Tennessee's pro-life bill, saying the "landmark new law includes some of the strongest protections in the nation for unborn children and their mothers.”
Celebrating the Archangels — in Iowa
The Cathedral of St. Raphael has a storied history along the Mississippi River.
After Judicial Setback, Iowa Lawmakers Pursue Other Pro-Life Goals
As Iowa Supreme Court decision declares abortion fundamental right, pro-lifers focus on amendment and other proposals to protect unborn.
Sioux City Bishop Praises ‘Life-Giving Intent’ of Iowa’s Fetal Heartbeat Bill
Known as the “fetal heartbeat” bill, the measure was attached to state legislation banning the sale and transfer of fetal remains. The bill was passed by the state Legislature this week.
Elderly Woman Attacked in Omaha Church Responds With Forgiveness
The 76-year-old Iowa woman was reading a parish bulletin in the cathedral lobby on Sunday when one man approached her from behind.
Is the Democrats’ ‘War on Women’ Rhetoric Backfiring in 2014?
Some candidates continue to make their Republican opponents’ pro-life convictions their central campaign theme, but such claims may be losing traction with voters.
