Both Lives

In West Point, New York, former cadet Caleb Suh pleaded guilty to assault after drugging his then-girlfriend, impersonating her to obtain abortion medication and administering the pills without her knowledge or consent. She was 19, wanted to continue her pregnancy and was left to discover what had happened when she woke up bleeding and alone. She was subsequently hospitalised. This was a premeditated act of violence: the deliberate ending of a child's life and the devastating betrayal of his then girlfriend. This case raises serious questions about the safeguards surrounding the remote provision of abortion pills, particularly the risks of coercion, deception and the absence of meaningful in-person medical assessment. It highlights the importance of proper consultations, robust safeguards and appropriate follow-up care to ensure that women are protected from abuse and coercion. 🎧 In S1E9 of the Both Lives Podcast, we explore the current cultural landscape when it comes to abortion in America and the impact of Roe v Wade being overturned with Elizabeth Graham, CEO of Life Collective and Stand for Life. Listen here: podfollow.com/1838921586 ✍We have written about the increased risk to both woman and baby from pills by post in the UK and will continue to call for a return to in person appointments as a minimum measure of appropriate care. Read the full article: eauk.org/news-and-views/abor… Source: short-url.cc/1HrHp

Last night, we had the joy of taking part in celebrating 180 years of the @EAUKnews. Both Lives began in 2017 as a campaign co-founded by the Evangelical Alliance in Northern Ireland. Today, we exist as a UK-wide initiative of the Evangelical Alliance. From its beginnings, the Evangelical Alliance has championed human dignity, recognising the inherent worth and value of every human being. The legacy of speaking against injustice and for freedom from slavery, poverty, and exploitation continues today. This conviction that every human being matters to God; regardless of circumstance; before as well as after birth, is at the heart of the Both Lives message. Our vision is to see a people and a place that values the life and health of women and unborn children, and pursues the wellbeing of both. Thank you to everyone who took the time to come and speak to us throughout the evening - we really appreciate your kind words and encouragement as we continue this important work. If you'd like to keep up to date with the work of Both Lives, you can subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter: eauk.org/what-we-do/initiati…

"It's been a little while since our last Baby Barr update… I'm now 36 weeks pregnant! Pregnancy has certainly had its physical challenges, but carrying this little life has been an absolute privilege. Baby Barr is now around 46cm long and according to a recent scan, they're weighing in at around 6lbs 11oz. Their little body is putting on more fat to help regulate their temperature after birth, their bones are continuing to strengthen, and their brain and nervous system have developed significantly. Little kicks have developed into full body rolls and stretches, and they frequently have the hiccups. As I approach maternity leave over the next couple of weeks, I just wanted to say a massive thank you to everyone who has taken the time to share kind and encouraging comments as we've shared updates about this pregnancy. The last few months have taught me the importance of having a supportive 'village'. Our baby, although not yet born, already belongs to a community that prays for them, loves them and is looking forward to meeting them. They will not arrive as a stranger." Lisa, Baby Barr’s mum 💛

We challenge ways of thinking that present abortion as the ‘solution’ to poverty, abuse or injustice – ‘treating’ symptoms while leaving systemic and structural causes unresolved. Abortion policy is complex and increasingly shaped by ideologies and opinions rather than evidence. However, the impact of various factors cannot be ignored – medicine and biology, law, broader culture, human rights and responsibilities, education, economics, religion and philosophy. The current public debate, if it happens at all, is increasingly polarised and too often does not serve the complexity of the issue well. In such polarising debates, women and their unborn children, who are most affected by abortion, become a secondary focus, as voices get louder, and debates become more volatile. We don’t claim to have an easy solution to hard ethical dilemmas, but we do have hope for a better, more human way forward. A way that respects, protects, and includes both lives. This is too important to fight through a culture war. Find out more about what it means to be pro-both lives: podfollow.com/1838921586

Liechtenstein’s Hereditary Prince Alois has vetoed a bill that would have legalised abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, saying the bill "is not suitable for adequately protecting unborn life as a central legal interest," He also affirmed the importance of better information, counselling and support for women before, during and after pregnancy. Meanwhile, Poland’s Parliament has narrowly passed two bills seeking to liberalise abortion laws, although both are expected to face a presidential veto. These developments highlight the ongoing debate across Europe about how we protect unborn lives while ensuring women receive practical and life affirming support. This should never be a settled issue, in the UK or beyond. Image source: politico.eu/article/liechten…

The National Day of Prayer for Life may be over, but people continue to engage with and download our prayer resource as they recognise that it is vital to pray for our nations, for life and for all those impacted by abortion. On our website, you’ll find the 2026 prayer resource featuring stories of women impacted by pregnancy crisis and abortion. It also includes reflection questions as you come before God in confession, asking Him to break the strongholds that bind and bring freedom, healing and transformation to our nations. Access the prayer resource: eauk.org/assets/files/downlo… More than 600 of you have already downloaded the resource, and we’d love to hear your feedback! Was there a particular story or reflection question that encouraged or challenged you? Did anything stand out as you spent time with God? Get in touch: [email protected]

‘On 2 July, Keir Stamer stood up in Parliament and apologised to mothers and adoptees for forced adoptions between 1949–1976, which he described as a stain on our history…’ Following Parliament’s apology for historic forced adoptions, Karen reflects on her own positive experience of adoption. Read the full article: eauk.org/news-and-views/keir…

“Yesterday marked 59 years since the Abortion Act 1967 received Royal Assent. This anniversary should prompt serious reflection on how we as individuals, churches and society support women and protect unborn lives. More than 11 million abortions are estimated to have taken place since the Act came into effect. Recent figures put the annual UK total at around 300,000 — approximately 800 every day. Behind these figures are real women, and real unborn lives. We cannot simply accept the status quo. We need a renewed commitment to practical support and meaningful, life-affirming alternatives for women facing unexpected or difficult pregnancies. Yesterday, also marked the National Day of Prayer for Life. We had the privilege of hosting dozens of people at an online prayer meeting, with hundreds more accessing our PDF prayer resource to join us in praying for both lives in pregnancy. We heard the voices of women sharing painful experiences of abortion and speaking of babies they still remember decades later. Their voices deserve to be heard with compassion and without judgement. Our call is clear: no woman should feel that abortion is her best or only option. We want a society where women have the practical, emotional and financial support they need to continue a pregnancy, and where both mother and unborn child are valued. We can, and must, imagine better for both lives.” - Dawn McAvoy, Both Lives UK lead National day of Prayer for Life prayer resource: eauk.org/assets/files/downlo… Source and additional information about how this number was calculated: righttolife.org.uk/news/59th…

The National Day of Prayer for Life takes place on 27 October each year to mark the date the 1967 Abortion Act was passed in the UK. This legislation provided legal defences to abortion in England, Wales and Scotland, and has led to the loss of over 10 million lives. For many years, Northern Ireland remained a place where unborn children were protected in law. But in October 2019, new abortion legislation was imposed on Northern Ireland by Westminster. This month now carries a deep weight across all parts of the UK. It reminds us of the lives lost, the women and families affected, and the urgent need for prayer, compassion and action rooted in love and truth. We are honoured to now carry this legacy forward by hosting the National Day of Prayer for Life, inviting the church once again to stand together in truth, compassion and hope. Join us this evening from 8-9pm for a special prayer meeting on Zoom. To sign up, please email Lisa - [email protected] Together, we will lift up the unborn, women, and families in crisis, and all those carrying the weight of past decisions. Access the National Day of Prayer for Life prayer resource: eauk.org/assets/files/downlo…

Tomorrow marks the National Day of Prayer for Life 🙏 Sixty years of legalised and increasingly liberal abortion access have so normalised abortion that, for many people, a world without it has become almost unimaginable. We are in a cultural and spiritual battle for life. We recognise that spiritual realities require a spiritual response. We invite you to join us tomorrow evening for a prayer meeting on Zoom as we come before God in confession, ask Him to break strongholds and bring freedom, healing and transformation to our nations. 📆Tuesday 27 October ⏰8-9pm 💻Zoom Sign up by emailing Lisa - [email protected] Prayer resource: eauk.org/assets/files/downlo…

We recognise that spiritual realities require a spiritual response. This year, on the national day of prayer for life (27 October) we invite you to join us as we come before God in confession, ask Him to break strongholds and bring freedom, healing and transformation to our nations. Details: 📆Tuesday 27 October ⏰8-9pm 💻Zoom Sign up here: eauk.org/what-we-do/initiati… Download the prayer resource: eauk.org/assets/files/downlo…

Here, Susan shares her experience of abortion at fifteen, the grief she carried for years, and how faith, forgiveness and compassionate support helped her begin to heal. Read the full article: eauk.org/what-we-do/initiati… This is just one of the stories that we’ll consider at our special National Day of Prayer for Life prayer meeting on 27 October on Zoom. Join us on Tuesday evening (8-9pm) as we pray that the UK will be a people and place that values the life and health of women and unborn children, and pursues the wellbeing of both. Find out more, download the prayer resource and sign up for the online prayer meeting here: eauk.org/what-we-do/initiati…

The prayer resource for the National Day of Prayer for Life is now available on our website! Featuring stories of women impacted by pregnancy crisis and abortion, the resource guides us as we come before God in confession, asking Him to break the strongholds that bind and bring freedom, healing and transformation to our nations. Join us on Tuesday 27 October from 8 – 9pm for a special prayer meeting on Zoom as we pray for our nations, for life and all those impacted by abortion. Find out more and sign up here: eauk.org/what-we-do/initiati… Prayer resource: eauk.org/assets/files/downlo…

Lisa Barr explores three reasons why prayer must be at the heart of our response to abortion. Read the full article: eauk.org/news-and-views/thre… National Day of Prayer for Life 2026 🙏 We invite you to join us on Tuesday 27 October from 8 – 9pm for a special prayer meeting on Zoom as we pray for our nations, for life and all those impacted by abortion. Find out more and sign up here: eauk.org/what-we-do/initiati… Access the National Day of Prayer for Life 2026 prayer resource: eauk.org/assets/files/downlo…

It's just one week to go until the National Day of Prayer for Life 2026! 🙏 Join us on Tuesday 27 October, 8 – 9pm, for a special prayer meeting on Zoom as we pray for those impacted by abortion and for the strongholds that need to be confronted. The 60-minute prayer meeting will include contributions covering law, services, culture and the nations of the UK. Each section will include a short presentation, stories and reflections, followed by time for prayer. 📄 We've also produced a PDF prayer resource to help us prepare for our time together in prayer. 🔗 Find out more, sign up and access the prayer resource: eauk.org/what-we-do/initiati… 📩 The Zoom meeting link will be sent by email the day before the event.

PODCAST // Hey Sis - 67 - Should All Christians Be Pro-Life? (with Dawn McAvoy) Dawn recently sat down with Jess and Bella on the Hey Sis Podcast to talk all things both lives! 🎧 Listen to the full episode: podfollow.com/1800119794