Isabel Vaughan-Spruce - Arrested for Prayer: Defending Life and Free Speech in Modern Britain

Isabel Vaughan-Spruce - Arrested for Prayer: Defending Life and Free Speech in Modern Britain

In this episode of Hearts of Oak, Isabel Vaughan-Spruce, co-director of March for Life UK and campaign director for 40 Days for Life, discusses her journey into pro-life activism, shaped by a Christian upbringing and a commitment to the vulnerable. She reflects on the 58th anniversary of the 1967 Abortion Act, the scale of abortions in the UK, and their physical and mental health impacts on women and families. Isabel addresses societal inconsistencies in defining life and pregnancy, the role of denial in coping with abortion experiences, and the need for church involvement in offering healing and forgiveness. She also shares insights into her work, including prayer vigils, training for faith leaders, and compassionate outreach to those facing crisis pregnancies.

Isabel Vaughan-Spruce is a prominent pro-life activist in the UK, renowned for her vocal advocacy for the sanctity of life. As Director of 40 Days for Life and March for Life UK, she leads initiatives that mobilize volunteers and prayer vigils to support women in recognizing the value of their pregnancies. In 2024, she was arrested twice for silent prayer near abortion facilities but successfully challenged the charges in court, helping to contest the expanding use of buffer zones around such centers.

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