Family Crisis, IVF Controversy, and Pope's Health – What You Need to Know!

Written By Pete Range

Join us on Catholic Citizen as we delve into the most pressing issues affecting our faith and society. This week, we explore the groundbreaking Hope and a Future Report from the Center for Christian Virtue, which exposes the devastating impact of family decline in Ohio and America. Discover the Family Structure Index and what it reveals about the state of marriage and family across the nation. Next, we tackle the controversial executive order signed by President Trump expanding IVF access, despite pro-life concerns. Learn about the ethical dilemmas and the staggering statistics behind IVF treatments. Then, we uncover a shocking New York Times article revealing alleged negligence and harm at Planned Parenthood facilities, including a heartbreaking story of a failed abortion. We also bring you the latest on the tragic hostage situation involving Hamas and the Bibas family, with new developments on the returned bodies and the ongoing search for justice. Finally, get an update on Pope Francis’s health as he battles pneumonia and chronic bronchitis. Hear directly from his doctors about his condition and expected recovery. Don’t miss this comprehensive rundown of the week’s most important Catholic news. Tune in to stay informed and engaged with the issues that matter most to our community.

Pete Range

Peter Range graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Masters in Theology with a focus in Biblical Studies in 2009. Preceding Notre Dame, Peter received his Bachelor of Arts in History from John Carroll University in 2004. Peter has worked in ministries that include serving immigrant families in Florida, inner-city youth in Cleveland, university students in Bowling Green, Ohio, and the homeless in Cleveland and Toledo. 

In the summer of 2014 Peter assumed leadership of the Respect Life Office and he is now the Director for the Office for Life and Justice for the Diocese of Toledo through Catholic Charities. Peter also host’s his own radio show called “Say Yes to Life” which airs every Thursday at 4 pm on Annunciation Radio. 

The fifth of six children, Peter is passionate about family, service and encountering the one true God, Jesus Christ. Peter married his wife, Laura, in May of 2015. They reside in Haskins Ohio and they have four children: their son, Ignatius Allen, who is in heaven, their four year old daughter Gianna Rose, their son John Paul, who is 2 years old and their son Joseph Peter, born April 5th of this year.

Peter V. Range

Director, Office for Life and Justice
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Toledo
prange@toledodiocese.org
419-244-6711 ext. 4933

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