Resources and materials to help you confidently defend life
Abortion Myths
The abortion industry has infested the culture using convincing rhetoric in order to advance the culture of death. The good news is, we’re also experts in rhetoric and we have the tools to defeat their deceit and declare the truth. Discover the truth by checking out these resources from some of our friends in the Pro-Life Movement.
Pro-Life Apologetics
Many pro-life Americans find themselves wrestling with the idea of accepting abortion in cases of rape, incest, or if the life of the mother is in danger. Abortion advocates have used this vulnerability to pass pro-abortion legislation which has only compounded the culture of death and led to an even greater loss of life. In Vitae’s very first research study, we learned that arguing the legality of abortion will be opposed by all pro-choice and some Pro-Life supporters. The way to change the culture is to influence the heart to that point that abortion is unthinkable.
Abortion Pill Information
In 2022, Vitae Foundation conducted a research study specific to abortion pills (also known as chemical abortion, medication abortion or RU-486) where we discovered that many women who had taken abortion pills were not provided informed consent and were left to deal with the physical, mental, and spiritual trauma alone. We must spread truth in our culture in order to protect women and the most vulnerable members of our society, preborn babies, from the firm grip of the abortion industry, which will sacrifice their lives for profit.
Abortion Pill Reversal Information
Vitae Foundation collaborated with Heartbeat International to conduct a research study exploring why women choose Abortion Pill Reversal. In a previous research study about the abortion pill, we learned that many women were uncomfortable with the abortion pill reversal regimen for fear that it would cause their child to have birth defects (which is not true).
Book a Speaker from Vitae’s National Outreach Team
Vitae Foundation’s research has caused a paradigm shift in the Pro-Life Movement in the way pro-life organizations speak with women considering abortion. To ensure that the research continues its nationwide reach, we’ve assembled a team of experts who have invested themselves in the research and are passionate about sharing the research with others.
Resources for Churches
Common reasons (and solutions) why pastors are afraid to preach on abortion
Podcasts
Unaborted Energetic and unapologetically Pro-Life, UnAborted with Seth Gruber brings you content and commentary from the front lines of the abortion wars and translates pro-abortion rhetoric into reality. 
Politely Rude Hosted by pro-life advocate Abby Johnson, Politely Rude offers a powerful exploration of the abortion issue. The Beat Goes on The Beat Goes On will help you understand the pro-life position and other issues surrounding it, navigate difficult conversations, and stay up to date on the latest pro-life news and legislation. 
The Natural Womanhood Podcast The Natural Womanhood Podcast brings together experts in the field of fertility awareness for candid, informative, and friendly conversations about authentic women’s health. The Post-Roe Review This limited-series podcast from AAPLOG, the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, presents a science-based defense of the pro-life perspective and reviews the history of abortion in this country. The Post-Roe Review: A Limited Series Podcast – Prolife OBGYNS – AAPLOG – American Association of Pro-life Obstetricians & Gynecologists Trainings
Catholic Resources
- Video of Archbishop Naumann speaking on abortion at the Kansas Mass for Life 2023 – YouTube in recognition of the National Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of the Unborn and what would have been the 50th anniversary of Roe vs. Wade.
- Homily guides for special pro-life masses
- Anniversary of Roe v. Wade / March for Life (January)
- Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord (March)
- Divine Mercy Sunday (April)
- Mother’s Day (May)
- Father’s Day (June)
- Respect Life Month (October)
Pro-Life Curriculums and Programs
Equipping Believers to Transform our World. This material is designed with the pro-life church in mind. This curriculum takes adult believers (it can also be used for teens) in a Sunday school, small group, or Bible study on a 12-week journey through:
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- The Biblical basis of the sanctity of human life
- The history of and current state of abortion
- Eugenics’ impact on our culture today
- The rising threat of euthanasia
- Apologetics
- Teaching the next generation
- Discussing the tough cases
- Personal and community responsibility.
This study provides easy-to-teach material that will allow your congregation/parish to grapple with tough topics using Biblical foundations and well-researched historical information. Each lesson begins with Scripture and ends with prayer, and each week will challenge your congregation/parish to become more courageously pro-life. *If we use this, promote code “VITAE” to get discount and donation on every purchase. Must send IRS determination letter if we do this. (See Sarah Bowen email).
- Embrace Life Program for single moms 22-week online or in-person support group, divided between two semesters with a goal-driven discipleship curriculum empowering her to parent confidently. Single Mom Support Group | Embrace Life Support Group (prolovechurch.com)
- Embrace Grace Program for unexpected pregnancy 12 week online or in-person support group with our unique biblically-based curriculum centered on her identity, value and worth. Mom Support Groups | Embrace Grace Support Group (prolovechurch.com)
- Embrace Legacy Program for single dads 11-week support group with our curriculum that empowers young men to walk in purpose, and freedom, and to create a legacy worth leaving. Single Father Support Group | Embrace Legacy Support Group (prolovechurch.com)
Evangelical Resources
- Pro-Life Sermons/Bible Studies
- Sample sermon https://www.reasonforlife.org/sermon
- Sample sermon for Missouri pastors https://www.reasonforlife.org/mosermon
- Sample sermon for Arizona pastors https://www.reasonforlife.org/azsermon
- Pro-Life sermon notes Download Church Toolkit (prolovechurch.com)
- Create a pro-life community in your church
- Start a life team What is a Life Team? (Churches for Life)
- Start an Embrace Grace group YouTube series (Embrace Grace)
- How your church can be pro-love Download Church Toolkit (prolovechurch.com)
- Position Statements
- Assemblies of God position statement on abortion Sanctity of Human Life: Abortion and Reproductive Issues (ag.org)
- Pro-Life Position Statement Download Church Position Statement
- Other pro-life resources
- One thing every pastor can do to prevent abortions in their congregation Learn more (equalrightsinstitute.com)
- Pro-Life social media images Download Church Toolkit (prolovechurch.com)
- The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod’s Life Library Life Library – Abortion (lcms.org)
Research studies conducted by our peers
Abortion Pill Reversal: An Exploratory Investigation
The results of this study show that in a rat model, of the pregnant rats which were given mifepristone (the abortion pill drug), those which underwent the abortion pill reversal regimen (the natural hormone, progesterone), the majority (81.3%) saw a reversal in the effects of the mifepristone, resulting in living offspring at the end of gestation.
Long term impact of medication abortion
With abortion on the national stage, this study provides an opportunity to shine a light on women who are too often overlooked—the millions who suffer psychologically after abortion, sometimes years after the event.
Study of Women Who Have Had an Abortion and Their Views on Church
This study surveyed a nationally balanced sample of American women who indicated they had had a pregnancy termination or abortion procedure. Over 1,000 surveys were conducted and the results from this 2015 study correct misconceptions many pro-lifers have about the incidence of abortion in the church.
Study of Men and Abortion
The Care Net Study of Men whose Partner has had an Abortion was originated and commissioned by Care Net. The objectives of this quantitative study were: 1) to measure specifically what percentage of men were attending church at the time their partner/spouse had an abortion, 2) to understand men’s opinions about the unplanned pregnancy and the influence men have on their partner/spouse to have an abortion, and 3) to understand the opinions of men whose partner/spouse has had an abortion regarding how safe, open, and helpful churches are when making a decision about an unwanted pregnancy.
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