This article summarizes Maria Steen’s talk on “Evangelium Vitae at 30,” an event hosted by The Iona Institute. The talk explored Pope John Paul II’s encyclical, Evangelium Vitae, and its enduring relevance in the ongoing struggle between a culture of life and a culture of death.
Steen emphasized Pope John Paul II’s thorough defense of human life against issues like abortion and euthanasia, highlighting how these practices undermine societal foundations and distort the medical profession. She also underscored the critical role of the Church’s moral theology in countering moral relativism.
The talk further outlined the four key elements of the Gospel of Life: the proper formation of conscience, prayer, service, and the family. Steen stressed that Catholics must actively uphold the Gospel of Life through education, evangelization, and practical service, recognizing the family, based on marriage, as vital for cultivating a culture that cherishes human life.
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