Protecting Life in Iowa: Maggie DeWitte on Legislation, Prayer, and Pro-Life Advocacy - 02/18/2026

On this episode of Making It Personal, Bishop William Joensen and Jeanne Thill are joined by Maggie DeWitte, Executive Director of Pulse Life Advocates, for an in-depth conversation about current pro-life efforts in Iowa and across the nation.Maggie reflects on her experience accompanying Iowa youth to the national March for Life, highlighting the energy of young participants and the importance of continuing education and witness for the dignity of human life.The discussion also explores major legislative initiatives in Iowa, including proposals addressing abortion-pill safety regulations and efforts to legally recognize life at conception. Maggie explains the growing medical concerns surrounding chemical abortions and why advocates are seeking stronger safeguards for women and unborn children.The conversation turns toward prayerful action during Lent, including participation in the international 40 Days for Life campaign, sidewalk advocacy training, and ongoing parish involvement in supporting mothers and families facing difficult pregnancies.Looking ahead, Maggie also previews the organization’s upcoming fall gala featuring actor Jim Caviezel, known for his roles in The Passion of the Christ and Sound of Freedom.This episode offers listeners a timely look at how faith, public policy, prayer, and personal witness work together to advance a culture of life. Learn more about Pulse Life Advocates:https://pulseforlife.orgFind local 40 Days for Life campaigns:https://www.40daysforlife.com#MakingItPersonal #IowaCatholicRadio #BishopJoensen #CatholicRadio #MaggieDeWitte #PulseLifeAdvocates #ProLife #CultureOfLife #40DaysForLife #CatholicAdvocacy #FaithInAction #Lent Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on our website.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:Sunday Dive with Katie PatrizioMan Up! with Joe StopulosCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrBe Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián MoncadaMaking it Personal with Bishop William JoensenFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleThe Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & DevotionsThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Daily Mass from St. Francis of AssisiThe Daily Mass from St. Pius XThe Daily Mass from St. TheresaSunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to Christ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.