Mass for Life points to spiritual realities

Bishop Carl A. Kemme addressed the Diocese of Wichita during the 2026 Mass for Life, held on Oct. 3 outside an abortion facility on South Bleckley. During his homily, Kemme stated that the true enemy in the pro-life cause is Satan rather than women in crisis pregnancies or the medical professionals who assist them.

Kemme used a gospel reading from Luke 10:17-24 to describe the gathering as a spiritual battle against the forces of evil. He encouraged the faithful to use the virtues of faith, hope, and love to advance their cause and to call on the name of Jesus. Following his homily, the bishop performed prayers of exorcism and carried a monstrance containing the Eucharist past the abortion facility.