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Rev. Richard J. Taylor is the Spiritual Advisor for MaterCare International (Canada). You will find our collection of Rev. Taylor's homilies and writings here on our website.

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🌍 You’re Invited: MaterCare International Conference in Rome | 7–11 September 2026
Conference Theme Coming Soon!

MaterCare International
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#38 John Henry Newman: From Saint to Doctor of the Church
The 38th person to receive this title and the first Briton born in the past 1,000 years to be so recognised.

MaterCare International
Aug 102 min read


WHO Updates Maternal Health Summary: Progress and Persistent Challenges
"That equates to one maternal death every two minutes a stark reminder of the urgent work that remains."

MaterCare International
Jul 302 min read


Honoring Our Grandparents, July 27th
At MaterCare International, we know that faith, courage, and love like theirs can change lives.

Jennifer
Jul 232 min read


A Crucial Moment for Global Solidarity
Whether you’re a doctor, midwife, ethicist, or public-health advocate dedicated to maternal dignity, your participation matters.

MaterCare International
Jul 152 min read


Why Maternal Health Still Matters
These women are not statistics. They are mothers, daughters, sisters, and wives. Their lives and their dignity matter.

MaterCare International
Jun 192 min read


Official Statement: MaterCare International Response to Proposed U.S. IVF Expansion as an “Essential Health Benefit”
As a Catholic medical organization committed to the dignity of human life from conception to natural death, we are deeply troubled by the total acceptance and subsidization of IVF.

MaterCare International
May 303 min read


Notes from the Field: Equipping St. Claret Maternity Hospital
Every report from the field tells a story, not just in numbers, but in the lives touched, the challenges overcome, and the dedication shown by teams like those at St. Claret.

MaterCare International
May 272 min read


🎉 Celebrating 95 Remarkable Years: Happy Birthday, Kay Newbold! 🎉
To Kay: thank you for your many years of dedication, for your voice, and for your love.

MaterCare International
May 251 min read


Thank You for Supporting Mothers in Need
Thank you for being part of this mission.

MaterCare International
May 151 min read


To Mom, With Love
To every mother, everywhere: we see you. We celebrate you. We are grateful for you.
Happy Mother's Day.

MaterCare International
May 111 min read


Why Autoclaves Save Lives
In places where resources are limited, infections following childbirth or surgery can be fatal.

MaterCare International
May 51 min read


Mother's Day Gift Catalogue: St. Claret Maternity Centre, Uganda
With your help, we can equip each room of the St. Claret Centre.

MaterCare International
May 21 min read


March for Life 2025: Standing for Life from Conception to Natural Death
As we approach the 2025 March for Life, MaterCare International reaffirms our commitment to protecting and celebrating the sanctity of life, from conception to natural death. This year, pro-life advocates across Canada and around the globe will unite under powerful themes that emphasize the inherent dignity of every human being.

MaterCare International
Apr 302 min read


The Year of Jubilee: A Sacred Vision for Restoring Justice in a Time of Exclusion
The Year of Jubilee, described in Leviticus 25, was more than a quaint religious ritual. It was a radical reordering of society grounded in the belief that the land, the people, and even time itself ultimately belong to God.

MaterCare International
Apr 243 min read


Requiescat in pace: Holy Father, Pope Francis
May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

MaterCare International
Apr 222 min read


Anointed to Heal
The Oil of the Sick is not magic. It does not guarantee physical healing. But it does promise something deeper: that in the face of suffering, God has not abandoned us.

MaterCare International
Apr 153 min read


Preparing Our Hearts, Palm Sunday and the Triduum
These holy days aren’t just for the saints or the priests or the especially devout. They are for us right where we are...

MaterCare International
Apr 23 min read


Happy Mothering Sunday! March 30th
Mothering Sunday, observed on March 30, 2025, is a cherished occasion in the United Kingdom and Ireland dedicated to honoring mothers...

MaterCare International
Mar 301 min read


Bioethics in the World: Status Quaestionis in 2025
The volume includes contributions from experts across various disciplines and languages, offering a broad and inclusive overview...

MaterCare International
Mar 272 min read
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