Jeanie Hannaman

January 23, 2025

Louisiana Bishops Promise to Advocate for Immigrants ‘Within the Framework of the Law’, by Hannah Hiester

By Hannah Hiester, CatholicVote - Bishops from dioceses in Louisiana stated in a pastoral letter Jan. 17 that they will advocate for immigrants’ “just treatment and dignity within the framework of the law,” and they called for Louisiana politicians to do the same... headed by Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond of New Orleans, added that they are motivated to advocate for immigrants and stand in solidarity with them because of the “inherent dignity” that each person possesses.

January 23, 2025

Louisiana to Defend Its Ten Commandments Law in Appeals Court, by Andrea M. Picciotti-Bayer

By Andrea M. Picciotti-Bayer, National Catholic Register - As representatives for the Bayou State prepare for oral argument, they know the Constitution is on their side... As we enter into the first days of a new Trump administration, the founders offer good counsel for the nation and its leaders. For example, George Washington said in his Farewell Address that “Of all of the dispositions and habits that lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports.” Lawmakers in Louisiana agree.

January 23, 2025

An Imperfect Male’s Guide to Successful Married Life, by Dr. Jeff Mirus

By Dr. Jeff Mirus, Catholic Culture - A few days ago, I reviewed Eduard Habsburg’s guide to successful married life (The Habsburgs on marriage and family). Today I offer ten rules drawn from my own experience and reflection. It’s not rocket science; not everybody needs to read a book to figure it out. But it does take thought, prayer and self-discipline to turn all of the points below into the strong habits that create good marriages. I divide my rules into two groups of five, each with its own heading ....

January 23, 2025

Senate Democrats Block Bill to Stop Infanticide, by Steven Ertelt

By Steven Ertelt, Life News - The Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act requires that, when a baby is born alive following an abortion, health care practitioners must exercise the same degree of professional skill and care that would be offered to any other child born alive at the same gestational age. It also requires that, following appropriate care, health care workers must transport the living child immediately to a hospital... With 47 Democrats voting against ending debate on the common senate bil, a filibuster remains and the pro-life measure can’t go forward for a final vote.