News and Notes – July 20th, 2024
Gender and Sexuality
The problem with ‘Gender Affirming Care’
(LET KIDS BE)
The problem of gender dysphoria does not lie with the body. It lies with the mind. Those who experience gender dysphoria have nothing wrong with their body. Rather, they have difficulty identifying with or accepting their body. That is a real and very difficult struggle. But the solution is not to radically reshape the body through drugs, hormones, and surgery.
Fundamental Freedoms
Proposed bylaw to ban graphic anti-abortion posters morphs into general rules for all protest signs
(CTV NEWS)
ARPA Canada’s recent court action against the city of St. Catharines regarding their by-law restricting fetal images may be having a positive effect. The city of London is considering a similar by-law as it pertains to posters. The proposed by-law has been revamped due to concerns about violating the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Abortion
Poland is One of the Only Countries in Europe to Protect Babies From Abortions
(LIFE NEWS)
After a narrow victory by three votes, Poland has rejected a bill that would decriminalize helping a woman undergo an illegal abortion. Abortion is only in allowed before 12 weeks and only in cases of sexual abuse, incest or when the mother’s life is at risk. We praise God for this result that will protect the lives of unborn children in Poland.
Pivoting to Unwanted and Coerced Abortion: A Manifesto
(PUBLIC DISCOURSE)
Each year, many women are pressured into abortions, against their own better judgment. While we work to limit access to abortion, we must ensure that women considering abortion are aware that it is not their only option.
Euthanasia
Euthanasia Prevention Coalition responds to Dr. Forfar
(THE MADAWASKA VALLEY CURRENT)
Proponents of accessible euthanasia often argue that MAiD is a compassionate response to the suffering of individuals. But killing people is no way of caring for the needs of people; it is the abandonment of those in crisis.
Family
Here’s How You Can Help Protect Children and Fight against Human Trafficking
(WASHINGTON STRAND)
It is estimated that millions of children are victims of human trafficking. It is easy to be naive to the reality of modern slavery. There are steps that can be taken by everyone to protect children and make changes that prevent trafficking in our communities.
Surrogacy divides ‘mother’ into 3 optional, purchasable roles
(CHRISTIAN POST)
Recently, the United Nation has proposed to make surrogacy a right, asserting that family planning is a human right. What they fail to take note of is that children have a natural right to a father and mother. Surrogacy violates these rights and always ends in loss for the child which has life-long consequences.
