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Does Pope Francis want OPEN BORDERS for the USA?

Pope Francis’ latest push for open-border immigration policies has sparked widespread criticism among conservative Catholics. Bishop Strickland and other faith leaders argue that the Vatican’s approach prioritizes political activism over authentic Catholic teaching. The conversation highlights the appointment of bishops who oppose Trump’s border policies, further intensifying concerns that the Church is being used as a vehicle for globalist agendas rather than upholding traditional moral values. Critics point out that the bishops’ sudden moral outrage over immigration appears politically motivated, especially when compared to their longstanding silence on issues like abortion and same-sex marriage. The discussion also delves into the […]
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Fact checking JD Vance: Yes, the Scottish gov’t criminalized praying at home

John-Henry Westen reviews U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s powerful speech at the Munich Security Conference, where he called out European governments for their increasing restrictions on free speech and religious freedom. He specifically highlighted Scotland’s new abortion law, which not only criminalizes silent prayer outside abortion clinics but could also be used to target people praying inside their own homes. Vance’s speech, which blended strong criticism with humor, has since gone viral, exposing Europe’s growing hostility toward Christian values. The Scottish government is encouraging citizens to report their neighbors for engaging in silent prayer, a move critics argue mirrors authoritarian […]
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Red Rose Rescuers ARRESTED? | TRIAL UPCOMING

Fr. Nix’s upcoming trial on March 14th for his 2019 arrest during a Red Rose Rescue inside a New Jersey abortion center is sending shockwaves throughout the political discourse. This conversation covers topics such as peaceful protest tactics, the necessity defense, and the physical toll of arrests. Fr. Nix shares powerful stories, including evangelizing police officers during his booking. They also reflect on internal conflicts within the Catholic Church, the papacy, and their hope for a traditionalist future pope. The segment highlights the personal sacrifices of pro-baby activists and their unwavering commitment to protecting the unborn. U.S. residents! Create a […]
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Here’s the proper Catholic understanding of immigration

On this episode of Mother Miriam Live, Mother Miriam discusses Septuagesima Sunday, preparation for Lent, and answers listener questions on the pope, immigration, and more. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++ SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ **** Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android! LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++ Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media: LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten
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Islamist vs. Christian Martyrdom | The Truth They Get Wrong

What does true martyrdom mean? Contrasting the radical Islamist distortion of martyrdom—often used to justify violence—with the authentic Christian understanding of laying down one’s life in love and sacrifice show how different martyrdom truly can be. While Islamists seek destruction in the name of their beliefs, Christian martyrs follow Christ’s example, embracing suffering for the sake of truth and salvation. Learn the crucial differences and why the true path to heaven is through faith, not bloodshed. WATCH THE FULL SHOW HERE: https://www.lifesitenews.com/episodes/heres-what-islam-gets-wrong-about-martyrdom/ U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews  **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: […]
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Crisis of faith? Saint Peter’s Basilica DESECRATED

The shocking desecration of the altar at Saint Peter’s Basilica, seeing it as a metaphor for the broader crisis of faith and moral decay within the Church. How the disregard for sacred traditions, liturgical abuses, and doctrinal confusion have contributed to a weakening of Catholic identity. The conversation highlights the urgent need for faithful Catholics to uphold Church teachings, defend truth, and restore reverence in worship. Also, recent developments with President Donald Trump’s decision to reinstate plastic straws, which the hosts use to illustrate the dangers of virtue signaling and misplaced priorities in modern society. See Catholic teachings on moral […]
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Pro-lifer pardoned by Trump speaks out about imprisonment, what he’ll do next

Jonathan Darnel was one of the 21 pro-life activists unjustly prosecuted and imprisoned by the Biden administration for participating in a rescue at a late-term abortion facility. Last month, however, he and his fellow activists were pardoned by President Donald Trump, and now they are free once again. On this week’s episode of The Van Maren Show, Darnel tells Jonathon his story of the rescue that got him arrested, the trial, his experience in prison, Trump’s pardon, and what he plans to do next in the fight to end abortion in the U.S. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: […]
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Blasphemous art sparks Catholic OUTRAGE at Grand Valley State

Grand Valley State University refuses to remove a controversial art display, Petals of Change, despite outrage from Catholic students, faculty, and lawmakers. The exhibit, featuring the Blessed Virgin Mary alongside LGBTQ symbols and violent imagery — including a gun pointed at her face — has been called a direct attack on Christianity. Noah Mullins, a Catholic student, recounts the peaceful Rosary protest, media backlash, and the university’s weak response. With no action from the Diocese of Grand Rapids, will Catholics rally to defend their faith? READ MORE: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/100-catholics-hold-rosary-rally-at-university-that-refuses-to-remove-blasphemous-mockery-of-our-lady/ https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/catholics-will-continue-with-protest-at-university-that-refuses-to-remove-image-mocking-our-lady/ U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews  **** PROTECT Your […]
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My story of Our Lady of Lourdes | Mother Miriam

On this episode of Mother Miriam Live, Mother Miriam shares her story of going to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes three years after she became Catholic. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++ SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ **** Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android! LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++ Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media: LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten
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Exposing the crisis in the Church | David Torkington

David Torkington, a formerly “canceled” priest who was removed decades ago after exposing sexual abuse within his order, discusses the importance of contemplative prayer and the necessity of dedicating significant time to deepening one’s relationship with God. Torkington introduces a new retreat initiative for the Jubilee Year aimed at reviving early Christian spirituality through structured prayer and meditation. Torkington emphasizes the need for personal transformation through prayer, repentance, and sacrifice, arguing that true renewal within the Church must start with a return to authentic, contemplative faith. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews  **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, […]
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Lent is almost here. Here’s what you should do to prepare

On this episode of Mother Miriam Live, Mother Miriam returns after a nearly two-week absence, reads about preparation for Lent, and answers listener questions on Freemasonry, the Eucharist, and more. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++ SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ **** Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android! LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++ Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media: LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten
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BREAKING | Pope Francis declares war on Trump’s immigration crackdown

Pope Francis has launched a direct challenge to President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, sending a letter to U.S. bishops advocating for open borders and condemning restrictions on illegal immigration. The Pope’s stance, which questions the traditional Catholic teaching on prioritizing family and community, aligns with his past blanket claims that repelling migrants is a mortal sin. As Francis appoints a pro-open borders archbishop to Detroit, is the Vatican signaling a deeper shift in the Church’s political role? READ MORE HERE: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/pope-francis-slates-major-crisis-of-trumps-border-policies-and-rebuffs-jd-vance/ U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews  **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews […]
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The true sanctity of life | Bishop Strickland

Bishop Joseph Strickland emphasizes the sanctity of life from conception to natural death, condemning direct and intentional killing, including abortion, euthanasia, suicide, and unjust violence. He explores the Fifth Commandment, “You shall not kill,” and its deep moral and spiritual implications, highlighting the importance of prayer and spiritual fortitude in a culture that disregards the value of human life. Bishop Strickland stresses that life is a divine gift entrusted to humanity by God, making it imperative to defend and uphold it. Bishop Strickland also addresses modern moral dilemmas such as just war, the death penalty, and assisted suicide, clarifying the Church’s […]
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Are traditional Catholics going into schism?

Many Catholics question whether traditionalists are heading toward schism — or if they are simply standing firm in the faith. Despite increasing accusations of apostasy, Francis remains popular among secular figures like Madonna, who has long mocked the Church. There are tensions within Catholicism, the responsibility of the faithful to uphold truth, and the urgent need for prayer — both for the conversion of Pope Francis and those who distort the Church’s mission. WATCH THE FULL SHOW HERE: https://www.lifesitenews.com/episodes/catholics-must-never-lose-hope-when-the-faith-is-attacked-whether-by-madonna-or-pope-francis/ U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews  **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++ SHOP […]
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David Clayton: World needs to rediscover the beauty of sacred art

On this episode of Faith & Reason, sacred artist and Pontifex University provost David Clayton joins John-Henry Westen and Deacon Keith Fournier to discuss the struggle between creating beautiful sacred art and naturalistic art, applying Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body to art, the need to rediscover sacred art in our time, and more.  
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Prophecy and the End Times | The battle for beauty

Does prophecy and religious art shape our understanding of the eschatological battle between heaven and earth? There are deep prophetic ties to the dimension of human existence, revealing how Renaissance naturalism stripped sacred art of its theological power. This episode of Faith and Reason exposes how hyper-realistic depictions of the human body, influenced by secular ideals, contrast with the veiled, mystical beauty of traditional iconography — art that elevates the soul rather than feeds the flesh. In this critical hour, as the Church faces an unprecedented crisis, rediscovering true sacred art is essential. Could this be part of the great […]
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From drug-fueled rebellion to pro-life warrior | Bryan Kemper

At the March for Life, pro-life activist Bryan Kemper delivers a gripping testimony of his journey from a life of drugs, rebellion, and punk rock to becoming one of the most fearless voices for the unborn. He shares emotional encounters from abortion clinic sidewalks — stories of both lives saved and tragic losses — and exposes the brutal reality of abortion. Kemper reminds the world that the battle for life isn’t a one-day event but a relentless fight against a culture of death. Despite the crises facing the Church, he remains unshaken in his Catholic faith, urging believers to take […]
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Marxist INFILTRATION? Bobby Angel Exclusive Interview

Is the Marxism infiltrating the Church? Our daily lives? Bobby Angel, a Catholic author, speaker, and co-host of The Jackie and Bobby Show, warn about the possible infiltration into modern ideologies, particularly in gender theory and radical feminism, and highlights the importance of faith, sacred art, and traditional values in countering these influences. He shares his journey of faith, from being a cradle Catholic who drifted in his teenage years to experiencing a powerful reawakening through Eucharistic adoration and a Steubenville youth conference. Bobby discusses his background in philosophy and theology, highlighting how his time in seminary and teaching at […]
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Michigan school board proposes teaching ‘impacts of pornography’ to 6th graders despite young age

Portage Public Schools is proposing to teach sixth graders about the impacts of pornography, prompting concern among some parents about public educators raising the subject at all with their children. The school district’s sexuality curriculum promotes contraception in high school and includes detailed ‘reproductive anatomy’ discussions in middle school.
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s Gaza remarks CONDEMNED by Auxiliary Bishop

John-Henry Westen delivers an exclusive statement from an auxiliary bishop in the Holy Land, responding to President Donald Trump’s recent actions regarding Gaza. The bishop condemns Trump’s proposal to displace Palestinians against their will, emphasizing that the right of a people to remain on their land should never be questioned. He highlights the rejection of mass resettlement by Egypt and Jordan and warns that any solution must be mutual, not imposed. The bishop also expresses shock at Trump’s dismissal of UN resolutions and the two-state solution, arguing that denying Palestinian rights will only prolong the conflict. He urges continued ceasefire […]
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Department of Education GONE?! School choice RESTORED

In a major win for parental rights and educational freedom, President Donald Trump’s executive orders have dismantled the Department of Education, banned gender ideology in schools, and restored protections for life. This episode of Faith and Reason breaks down these historic victories and the fight to put children’s education back in the hands of parents. Pro-life advocate Ryan Bomberger shares his powerful testimony of being conceived in rape, adopted into a loving family, and dedicating his life to promoting life, faith, and family through the Radiance Foundation. Despite battling severe depression, COVID complications, and stage two cancer, Bomberger’s story is […]
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Trump’s actions against gender ideology are only the beginning of a long fight

The first two weeks of President Donald Trump’s second term have been a whirlwind of executive orders on a wide variety of issues, including some against gender ideology. What do these orders against gender ideology actually accomplish, and what do they leave aside? On this week’s episode, Brandon Showalter of the Christian Post unpacks these executive orders and what they really mean in the fight against the transgender agenda. Above all, Showalter cautions us to remember that transgender activists won’t just give up because they’re losing a few battles in the culture war. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: […]
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Planned Parenthood EXPOSED? Criminal enterprise CAUGHT | Frank Pavone

Frank Pavone criticizes Planned Parenthood as a “criminal enterprise,” alleging that it engages in illegal activities and operates as a political machine at the Walk for Life in San Francisco, where pro-life leaders gathered outside a Planned Parenthood facility to denounce abortion and advocate for defunding the abortion industry. He emphasized the importance of not only changing hearts and minds but also electing pro-life officials and cutting off funding streams that sustain the abortion industry, highlighting recent political actions aimed at restricting abortion funding and strengthening pro-life policies. Carol Marie Siedenburg shares her personal testimony of regret over having two […]
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Political prisoners FREED by Donald Trump: exclusive interview

Three political prisoners freed by President Donald Trump join John-Henry Westen in an exclusive interview. Will Goodman, Jean Marshall, and Paulette Harlow were imprisoned for their peaceful witness against abortion. They recount their harrowing experiences behind bars, including unjust treatment, severe neglect, and the emotional toll of being separated from loved ones. Goodman shares how he suffered a life-threatening injury in prison, and Marshall and Harlow describe the physical hardships they endured, including denied medical care. They express deep gratitude for the support they received from the pro-life community and stress the urgency of showing up at abortion facilities to […]
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America, the world is watching — be proudly pro-life!

As the world watches, America has a pivotal opportunity to defend life. There is a global impact for the pro-life movement, the unwavering moral case for protecting life from conception, and powerful testimonies from women affected by abortion. With faith, perseverance, and the passion of young activists, the fight for truth and life continues. Will America rise to the occasion? U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews  **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++ SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/    **** Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and […]
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The breakdown of the family | Bishop Strickland

Bishop Joseph Strickland warns that the collapse of the family is at the root of society’s moral and spiritual decline. He discusses the urgent need to restore God’s plan for family life, highlighting how dishonoring parents, rejecting authority, and embracing moral relativism have led to chaos. Strickland calls for a renewed commitment to faith, virtue, and the sacred duty of raising children in truth. Can rebuilding strong families be the key to restoring order in the Church and society? U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews  **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++ SHOP […]
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MANDATORY abortion training? Pro-life doctors speak out

Dr. Christina Francis and Dr. Susan Bane from the American Association of Pro-Life OB-GYNs warn that the U.S. is moving toward mandatory abortion training, making it harder for pro-life students to enter the medical field. The doctors also reveal the challenges facing pro-life doctors and medical students to John-Henry Westen. Dr. Bane speaks about the purpose of medicine as a profession rooted in healing, not harming. She urges parents to encourage their children to pursue medicine despite cultural pressures, to defend the pro-life presence in the field. Both doctors share powerful personal stories — Francis recalls delivering a baby who […]
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