Living out your pro-life values grows trickier by the day. Luckily, this podcast by <a href="https://www.hli.org" rel="nofollow">Human Life International</a> can help! Join us as we discuss the Catholic response to controversial topics (such as abortion, contraception, euthanasia, and the LGBTQ movement) in light of current pro-life events. Human Life International is a non-profit dedicated to helping pro-lifers like you change the world.Subscribe for new content each Thursday. We are living the culture of life. Come join us!  Follow us on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureoflife_podcast/" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_podcast</a>Follow us on X: <a href="https://x.com/cultureoflife_p" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_p</a>**Remember to give us 5 stars and leave a review to help us reach more people!**

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There&#39;s a marriage crisis in today&#39;s world. Far fewer young people are getting married and settling down to raise a family. Most people blame this crisis on hookup culture. Others say that young people are putting their careers ahead of marriage. But these aren&#39;t the only problems. More and more young people are struggling to navigating dating culture. They want to get married but can&#39;t seem to find someone. Rachel Hoover Canto tackles this problem in her new book, &#34;Pretty Good Catholic.&#34; As a young woman, who was recently married, she knows the struggles that young men and women are facing. On today&#39;s episode, she shares her *actually helpful* tips for intentional dating. Get Rachel&#39;s book, Pretty Good Catholic: <a href="https://vianneyvocations.com/prettygoodcatholic/" rel="nofollow">Pretty Good Catholic | Vianney Vocations</a>FREE E-book! Discover what Planned Parenthood doesn&#39;t want you to know: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/planned-parenthood/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=EB04" rel="nofollow">What is Planned Parenthood Hiding from You? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Chapters: 00:00 Modern Marriage Crisis00:55 Common Dating Struggles05:36 Tips for Meeting People17:20 Tips for Asking Someone Out (or Getting Asked Out) 23:52 Dating Outside Your Tribe37:24 Advice for CouplesLiving a Culture of Life

Actually Helpful Tips for Intentional Dating | Rachel Hoover Canto

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The key to reviving society is healing the family. After all, Catholic social doctrine has its origins in family life. So, what does that look like? Why is healing the family the solution to social issues? And how can we accomplish this? On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet explains why the family is the fundamental unit of society. If we want to uphold the life and dignity of the human person across all aspects of our culture, we need to begin with the family. Listen now to find out why supporting the family will help fix societal problems! Fr. Miller&#39;s article: <a href="https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/revitalizing-society-through-the-family-vision-of-john-paul-ii-10443" rel="nofollow">Revitalizing Society Through the Family: Vision of John Paul II | EWTN</a>FREE E-book! Discover what Planned Parenthood doesn&#39;t want you to know: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/planned-parenthood/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=EB04" rel="nofollow">What is Planned Parenthood Hiding from You? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Chapters:00:00 European Summit04:48 What is the Family?07:01 Catholic Social Doctrine10:56 Specific Problems15:53 Domino Effect22:40 Proper Vision of the Family27:50 Ripple Effects34:53 What&#39;s Next?39:55 What We&#39;ve Forgotten42:55 One Family45:45 3 TakeawaysLiving the Culture of Life

Why Catholic Social Doctrine Originates in the Family | Fr. Shenan Boquet

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It&#39;s possible to leave an LGBTQ+ mindset. Hudson Byblow did. Growing up, he experienced same-sex attractions and what would today be called transgender inclinations or feelings of gender nonconformity. Today, he&#39;s a Catholic inspirational speaker, who strives to make known the beautiful proposal of the Church, given to all people, to strive to grow in the fullness of virtue, and to strive for virtuous, chaste, and holy relationships.On this episode, Hudson shares his inspirational story of changing his LGBTQ+ mindset into one focused on his identity as a beloved child of God. He speaks about the value of healthy male friendships and growth in personal virtue. Hudson also discusses the role of porn, anxiety, and abuse in his life&#39;s story.Listen now to find out why your identity isn&#39;t found in your attractions!Hudson&#39;s Website: <a href="https://hudsonbyblow.com/" rel="nofollow">Hudson Byblow – Catholic Speaker &amp; Consultant – Trauma-Informed Education and Evangelization</a>Something More Beautiful: <a href="https://smbm33.com/" rel="nofollow">Home - Something More Beautiful (smbm33.com)</a>Follow us on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureoflife_podcast/" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_podcast</a>Follow us on X: <a href="https://x.com/cultureoflife_p" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_p</a>FREE E-book! Discover what Planned Parenthood doesn&#39;t want you to know: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/planned-parenthood/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=EB04" rel="nofollow">What is Planned Parenthood Hiding from You? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a> Chapters:00:00 Embracing an LGBTQ Mindset03:13 Experience Influences Attraction07:25 Personal Story17:45 Perception of the Church21:05 Men Helping Other Men24:24 Male Validation27:12 Community vs. Individual&#39;s Role30:51 Changed Perception of Marriage?35:33 Don&#39;t Say Struggle!36:55 How to Help Friends &amp; Family40:11 Chastity, Celibacy, Abstinence42:18 The Church&#39;s Next Great Saint Living the Culture of Life #lgbtq #pridemonth #samesexattraction #prolife #prolove #profamily #prolifegeneration #catholicteachings #catholicpodcast #livingacultureoflife #hli #catholicmarriage #catholicteaching #catholic #podcast #accompaniment

Same Sex Attraction Can’t Stop You from Following God | Hudson Byblow

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Many men and women in today&#39;s world identify as LGBTQ+. Christians who want to defend God&#39;s plan for marriage sometimes don&#39;t know how to respond. How can we lovingly minister to friends or family members while still affirming truth?Christians must learn how to lovingly accompany individuals experiencing same-sex attraction. Fr. Colin Blatchford, Associate Director of <a href="https://couragerc.org/" rel="nofollow">Courage International</a>, joins us for two episodes exploring this issue.In the first episode, we discussed Catholic anthropology (and why it&#39;s important). In this episode, we&#39;ll discuss what loving accompaniment practically looks like.Listen now to discover how YOU can best help your friends or family members who identify as LGBTQ+.Follow us on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureoflife_podcast/" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_podcast</a>Follow us on X: <a href="https://x.com/cultureoflife_p" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_p</a>Courage International&#39;s website: <a href="https://couragerc.org/" rel="nofollow">Courage (couragerc.org)</a>National Catholic Bioethics Center article on Catholic responses to transgenderism (including using pronouns vs. names): <a href="https://www.ncbcenter.org/resources-and-statements-cms/summary-catholic-pastoral-and-canonical-responses-to-transgenderism" rel="nofollow">Summary: Catholic Pastoral and Canonical Responses to Transgenderism — The National Catholic Bioethics Center (ncbcenter.org)</a>FREE E-book! Discover what Planned Parenthood doesn&#39;t want you to know: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/planned-parenthood/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=EB04" rel="nofollow">What is Planned Parenthood Hiding from You? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Chapters: 00:00 Episode 1 Recap02:20 Road to Emmaus 08:12 Affirming a Lie? 12:30 What to Avoid 14:04 Spiritual Parenthood16:23 Questions to Ask17:55 Growing in Virtue19:56 Sinful Relationship? 22:20 Loneliness and Depersonalization27:04 Parish Support30:15 Advice for Parents34:02 Emotional Intelligence 37:52 Not Trying to Fix People39:59 Labels are Insufficient Living the Culture of Life

Responding to Same-Sex Attraction Part 2: Loving Accompaniment

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Many men and women in today&#39;s world identify as LGBTQ+. Christians who want to defend God&#39;s plan for marriage sometimes don&#39;t know how to respond. How can we lovingly minister to friends or family members while still affirming truth? Christians must learn how to lovingly accompany individuals experiencing same-sex attraction. Fr. Colin Blatchford, Associate Director of <a href="https://couragerc.org/" rel="nofollow">Courage International</a>, joins us for two episodes exploring this issue. On today&#39;s episode, we&#39;ll talk about Catholic anthropology (and why it&#39;s important). In an upcoming second episode, we&#39;ll discuss what loving accompaniment practically looks like. Listen now to discover how YOU can best help your friends or family members who identify as LGBTQ+. Follow us on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureoflife_podcast/" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_podcast</a>Follow us on X: <a href="https://x.com/cultureoflife_p" rel="nofollow">@cultureoflife_p</a>Courage International&#39;s website: <a href="https://couragerc.org/" rel="nofollow">Courage (couragerc.org)</a>FREE E-book! Discover what Planned Parenthood doesn&#39;t want you to know: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/planned-parenthood/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=EB04" rel="nofollow">What is Planned Parenthood Hiding from You? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a> Chapters: 00:00 What is Courage International? 05:28 What is Catholic Anthropology? 09:10 Why Labels Aren&#39;t Sufficient 14:05 Male and Female Brains are Different16:49 Family Reflects the Trinity18:40 Catholic vs. Protestant Anthropology24:06 Mode of Receiver26:00 What Chastity is Not28:24 What&#39;s the Point of Sex? 32:29 Forming Habits36:50 Change Sexual Orientation? 46:00 What is God Asking of Me? 48:50 What (or Who) is Writing My Story? Living the Culture of Life

Responding to Same-Sex Attraction Part 1: Christian Anthropology

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There&#39;s a crisis of marriage in modern culture, even within the Catholic Church. Marriage rates are down, while annulment rates went up. So, what&#39;s going on?In previous episodes, John Clark and Fr. Michael Duesterhaus (a procurator/advocate) both gave their insights about annulment and marriage data. On this episode, they join us for a joint discussion about where we examine annulment culture in the Catholic Church.We also discuss the appeals process and both offer advice for strengthening Catholic marriages. Listen now to find out more about annulments in the Catholic Church!Fr. Michael R. Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He is the Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish, Front Royal, Virginia.Fr. Duesterhaus is not a representative of the Diocese of Arlington. He is giving his personal impressions of his pastoral ministry of over 33 years. <h3>Previous Episodes:</h3>Episode with John Clark: <a href="https://redcircle.com/show/612dd035-8e83-4d72-b1f4-afc60f538aa6/ep/f4e22ead-611b-4d1e-b90d-5e61c445df25?_gl=1%2A1wx3n52%2A_gcl_au%2AMTkxNjYwMzUxMi4xNzE0NTc1MTAw%2A_ga%2ANjk2NjEwMzg5LjE3MTQ1NzUxMDA.%2A_ga_KVZ47LYJWW%2AMTcxNjQ3NzU0OC41OS4xLjE3MTY0Nzc2NjQuMC4wLjA." rel="nofollow">A Hard Look at Annulment Data Raises Questions About the Process | RedCircle</a>Episode with Fr. Duesterhaus: <a href="https://redcircle.com/show/612dd035-8e83-4d72-b1f4-afc60f538aa6/ep/b0960cf8-24e8-4296-93e9-d37df2c374dc?_gl=1%2Awajay2%2A_gcl_au%2AMTkxNjYwMzUxMi4xNzE0NTc1MTAw%2A_ga%2ANjk2NjEwMzg5LjE3MTQ1NzUxMDA.%2A_ga_KVZ47LYJWW%2AMTcxNjQ4MjgyMi42MC4xLjE3MTY0ODI4MjkuMC4wLjA." rel="nofollow">Annulments Procurator Tells Story Behind the Data | RedCircle</a> <h3>Resources:</h3>John Clark&#39;s book: <a href="https://tanbooks.com/products/betrayed-without-a-kiss-defending-marriage-after-years-of-failed-leadership-in-the-church/" rel="nofollow">Betrayed without a Kiss: Defending Marriage after Years of Failed Leadership in the Church (tanbooks.com)</a>Gift of Self: <a href="https://marysadvocates.org/resources/gift-of-self-book/" rel="nofollow">Gift of Self (book) | Mary&#39;s Advocates (marysadvocates.org)</a>When is Marriage Null? <a href="https://marysadvocates.org/resources/gift-of-self-book/" rel="nofollow">Gift of Self (book) | Mary&#39;s Advocates (marysadvocates.org)</a>Consensual Incapacity to Marry: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Consensual-Incapacity-Marry-Catherine-Godfrey-Howell-ebook/dp/B08BYGN7M8" rel="nofollow">Consensual Incapacity to Marry - Kindle edition by Godfrey-Howell, Catherine, Burke, Raymond Leo Cardinal.</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of &#34;How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture&#34; here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/discover-why-contraception-always-leads-to-abortion/?utm_campaign=contraception-abortion-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=ebook-how-contraception-built-abortion-culture" rel="nofollow">Ever heard that contraception is the best way to stop abortions? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Living the Culture of Life

Examining Annulment Culture in the Catholic Church

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&#34;Brain death,&#34; or death determined by neurological criteria, is one way that doctors figure out if a patient has died. This is closely tied to organ donation, as the vast majority of vital organs come from brain dead donors.In this interview with Dr. Joseph Meaney, President of the National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC), we address common questions about brain death. What does the Catholic Church teach about brain death? What is the medical standard for determining death? Are living people ever declared dead? And are these patients then killed to obtain vital organs for organ donation? Find out the answers to these questions (and more!) by listening to today&#39;s episode. For further resources, check out the National Catholic Bioethics Center&#39;s website here: <a href="https://www.ncbcenter.org/" rel="nofollow">The National Catholic Bioethics Center (ncbcenter.org)</a>FREE E-book! Discover what Planned Parenthood doesn&#39;t want you to know: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/planned-parenthood/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=EB04" rel="nofollow">What is Planned Parenthood Hiding from You? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Living the Culture of Life

Is Brain Death Risky? Bioethics Expert Explains | Dr. Joseph Meaney

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Marriage is one of the Catholic Church&#39;s beautiful vocations. But dating can be confusing. How can young people successfully date and find a spouse? On this episode, Fr. Boquet gives Catholic dating advice for men and women discerning marriage. He also offers advice for husbands and wives who want to foster their children&#39;s vocations. We address questions such as: How should young people discern God&#39;s Will for their relationship? Are soulmates real? Is settling ok? What are the most important conversations to have while dating? <h3>Resources:</h3>Prayer to St. Joseph: <a href="https://www.hli.org/resources/st-joseph-novena-faithful-spouse/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=st-joseph-novena" rel="nofollow">St. Joseph Novena Prayer for a Good Husband (hli.org)</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a> <h3>Chapters: </h3>00:00 Marriage Vocation03:01 Pray! 04:58 Modeling Marriage07:58 Recognizing Wounds09:58 Is Settling Ok?13:00 Common Threads15:38 Do Soulmates Exist? 19:30 Introduce People! 22:58 Biggest Challenges Facing Young People27:22 What Am I Looking For? 29:58 Top Dating Conversations24:33 Parents: Talk to Your Kids38:04 Keep God in the Center42:40 Stay Casual43:46 Don&#39;t Be Complacent47:55 Leading People OnLiving the Culture of Life

Finding the Spouse God Wants for You | Fr. Shenan Boquet

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Many vocations, including those to the priesthood or religious life, begin in the home. How can parents help foster their children&#39;s vocations?On today&#39;s episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet shares his vocation story and the role his family played in his discernment. He also shares advice for individuals discerning their vocation.Find out why religious vocations are rooted in Catholic family life by listening to today&#39;s episode!Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Living the Culture of Life

Nurturing Catholic Religious Vocations in the Family | Fr. Shenan Boquet

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On this episode, Fr. Paul Sullins explains how talk therapy can help individuals manage or reduce same-sex attraction.Many misunderstandings surround Sexual Orientation Change Efforts (SOCE). Some countries and states have laws banning &#34;conversion therapy.&#34; These laws include bans on talk therapy for same-sex attraction. They are based on the claim that SOCE increases risk of suicide.Find out the truth about talk therapy, suicide risk, and same-sex attraction.by listening to today&#39;s episode.Fr. Paul Sullins is a Senior Research Associate at the <a href="https://ruthinstitute.org/" rel="nofollow">Ruth Institute</a>. He&#39;s also a Research Professor of Sociology at the Catholic University of America. His views are his own and do not necessary reflect those of HLI. Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Living the Culture of Life

Sexual Orientation Can Change through Therapy | Fr. Paul Sullins

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Human dignity is fundamental to Christian ethics. But what is human dignity? Can it ever be lessened or taken away? On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks the Dicastery for the Doctrine of Faith&#39;s newest document, on human dignity. Dignitas infinita discusses the different kinds of human dignity, as well as its effect on social issues. Find out WHY the Catholic Church condemns abortion, euthanasia, surrogacy, sex-changes, and other hot-button issues. It&#39;s critical that Catholics and Christians can understand and explain why every human person has inalienable dignity. <h3>Resources: </h3>Dignitas infinita: <a href="https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_ddf_doc_20240402_dignitas-infinita_en.html" rel="nofollow">Declaration “Dignitas Infinita” on Human Dignity</a>Fr. Boquet&#39;s Spirit and Life column: <a href="https://www.hli.org/2024/04/pope-francis-transgender-comments-catholicism/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=dignitas-infinita" rel="nofollow">Pope Francis Transgenderism: Incompatible with Catholicism</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free</a>Living the Culture of Life

Dignitas Infinita: Addressing Modern Issues with Ageless Principles

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Most people don’t know about the Marxist, occult, and anti-family trends that became modern feminism.Some people think feminism was hijacked in the 1960s by second-wave feminists. But nearly everyone agrees that the first-wave feminism was good. However, when Dr. Carrie Gress dug into the history of the feminist movement, she realized this isn’t entirely true. Feminism&#39;s history is laced with dark, anti-Christian, and occult ideologies. On this episode, Dr. Gress unpacks what she discovered when researching the dark origins of modern feminism. Dr. Gress&#39; book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/End-Woman-Smashing-Patriarchy-Destroyed/dp/1684514185" rel="nofollow">The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us</a>Dr. Gress&#39; website: <a href="https://www.carriegress.com/" rel="nofollow">Carrie Gress - Author, Philosopher, and Mom</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Living the Culture of Life

First-wave Feminism Wasn’t as Nice as You Thought | Dr. Carrie Gress

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80% of women don&#39;t want casual sex. So, why is hookup culture so popular? How does casual sex affect men and women differently? Often, unmarried women have sex to catch (or keep) a man. But premarital sex actually has the opposite effect. Casual sex disrupts the biological bonding process! And it leads to serious physical and mental health problems. On today&#39;s episode, Dr. Joe Malone unpacks the health problems of casual sex. Hookup culture harms mental health. And it destroys relationships between men and women. He also explains why hooking up, watching porn, and excessive video gaming make men depressed.<h3>FREE E-book:</h3>Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a><h3>Dr. Malone&#39;s Resources:</h3>Website: <a href="https://www.drjoemalone.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.drjoemalone.com/</a>“Battles of the Sexes” book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Battles-Sexes-Raising-Conflict-Empower-ebook/dp/B07D97LQ67" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.com/Battles-Sexes-Raising-Conflict-Empower-ebook/dp/B07D97LQ67</a>Sex IQ: <a href="https://www.sexiq.org/" rel="nofollow">https://www.sexiq.org/</a>Living the Culture of Life

Exploring Health Impacts of Hookup Culture | Dr. Joe Malone

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What&#39;s it like to lose a twin to abortion? That&#39;s what happened to Claire Culwell.At just 13-years-old, Claire&#39;s mom became pregnant with twins. Claire miraculously survived the D&amp;E abortion procedure, but her twin did not. On this episode, Claire shares her story of surviving abortion, losing a twin, and reconnecting with her birth mother.<h3>Resources:</h3>Claire&#39;s Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Survivor-Survivors-Surprising-Forgiveness-Redemption/dp/0593193229" rel="nofollow">Survivor: An Abortion Survivor&#39;s Surprising Story of Choosing Forgiveness and Finding Redemption</a>Claire&#39;s website: <a href="http://www.realclaireculwell.com/" rel="nofollow">Claire Culwell - Home (realclaireculwell.com)</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of &#34;Why We Don&#39;t Need Abortion (even for the hard cases)&#34; here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion/?utm_campaign=hard-cases-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion" rel="nofollow">Ever Have Trouble Explaining Why Abortion is NEVER Needed? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>

Forgiveness after "Failed" Abortion Left One Twin Alive

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How can we create an environment that welcomes people with disabilities? And why is this part of a Culture of Life?Sometimes, parishes struggle to serve individuals with disabilities. But these men and women have so much to offer! It&#39;s important that they receive the resources and opportunities needed to thrive within church communities. Mark Bradford is Word on Fire Institute&#39;s new Fellow for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. He also has a son with Down syndrome. On this episode, Mark joins us to discuss the solutions to the challenges facing individuals with disabilities within parish life. Find out how you can help foster a Culture of Life within your parish!<h3>Resources: </h3>Fellowship Homepage: <a href="https://www.wordonfire.org/fellowship-for-persons-with-intellectual-developmental-disabilities/" rel="nofollow">Fellowship for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - Word on Fire</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of &#34;Why We Don&#39;t Need Abortion (even for the hard cases)&#34; here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion/?utm_campaign=hard-cases-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion" rel="nofollow">Ever Have Trouble Explaining Why Abortion is NEVER Needed? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Living the Culture of Life

Steps to Build a Community that Welcomes People with Disabilities

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What’s the problem with surrogacy? How is it different from adoption? Does the surrogacy industry exploit vulnerable women?On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks the problems with surrogacy. He also shares his experience in the mission field, where both surrogacy and in vitro fertilization (IVF) are common problems.Often, people assume that these practices serve the family. In reality, surrogacy and IVF abuse the rights of the child, couple, and surrogate mom. It’s important that medical professionals, priests, and the laity understand these bioethical issues.Help send bioethical education around the global! Send your best gift here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/giving/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=giving" rel="nofollow">Give the world another pro-life leader | Human Life International (hli.org)</a> <h3>More Resources:</h3>Father’s Spirit and Life article: <a href="https://www.hli.org/2024/01/francis-surrogacy-ban/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=pope-francis-calls-for-surrogacy-ban" rel="nofollow">Pope Francis Calls for Surrogacy Ban, Affirms Human Dignity (hli.org)</a>Resource article on IVF and Ethical Treatments for Infertility:  <a href="https://www.hli.org/resources/invitro-fertilization-ethics/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=in-vitro-fertilization-ethics" rel="nofollow">In Vitro Fertilization: Ethical Issues | HLI</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a> <h3>Chapters:</h3>00:00 Intro01:31 Mission Update07:09 IVF in Developing Nations11:32 Ukrainian Surrogacy13:48 Types of Surrogacies19:37 What are a Child&#39;s Rights?21:08 Infertility24:01 Surrogacy vs. Adoption30:16 Common Reasons for Surrogacy33:04 Openness to Life36:03 Preying on Vulnerable Women42:15 Pope Francis&#39;s Comments45:28 Need for Bioethical Education

The Price of Life: Exploring the Human Cost of Surrogacy

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Why do children require their biological parents’ marriage? How does a couple’s relationship impact their child’s development? Today, many children grow up in broken homes. This often negatively impacts their future. Children thrive within the marriage of their biological parents. So, how can couples help their marriage thrive? How can parents give their children the best environment to grow up in? On this episode, Dr. Patrick Fagan breaks down the rights of children regarding their parents’ marriage. Find out how your relationship impacts your kids. And find out how you and your spouse can strengthen your marriage so your family can thrive! <h3>Resources:</h3>Forge Website: <a href="https://myforge.org/" rel="nofollow">Forge | The Fight For Families (myforge.org)</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a>Living the Culture of Life

A Child’s Future Turns on His Parents’ Marriage | Dr. Patrick Fagan

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Why do people get euthanized? And how can we create a culture where euthanasia is unthinkable?Canada&#39;s stats are shocking. Since 2016, over 50,000 individuals have died from legal euthanasia and assisted suicide. So, what can we do? Right now, Amanda Achtman is on a mission to end euthanasia in Canada. Through her project Dying to Meet You, Amanda is creating a hopeful, life-affirming alternative to counter cultural despair. Find out more by listening to today’s episode! Please Note: after filming this episode, Canada&#39;s government postponed euthanasia for mental illness until at least March 2027. Please pray that this pause is permanent!<h3>Resources:</h3>Check out Amanda&#39;s work: <a href="https://www.dyingtomeetyou.com/" rel="nofollow">Dying To Meet You</a>Christine’s video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0mIi1rLHMw" rel="nofollow">&#34;Don&#39;t Euthanize Me&#34; | Christine&#39;s Story (youtube.com)</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/?utm_campaign=cosmetics-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=cosmetics-ebook" rel="nofollow">For the Woman Who Won’t Stop Until Her Beauty Routine is Abortion Free: | Human Life International (hli.org)</a><h3>Chapters:</h3>00:00 Meet Amanda01:44 Dying to Meet You02:40 Church as an Expert in Humanity06:00 Panel Topics09:22 Positive Alternative Vision11:33 Suffering13:54 Canada Euthanasia Stats19:06 Why are People Euthanized?22:00 Hope vs. Despair23:36 Mass of a Lifetime29:22 Nursing Homes?31:29 Meaningful Activities?35:35 USA and Euthanasia37:33 Euthanasia vs. Assisted Suicide40:57 Christine&#39;s Story: Don&#39;t Euthanize Me49:40 Making Euthanasia Unthinkable51:44 Don&#39;t Lose Hope!Living the Culture of Life

Cultural Pushback Against Euthanasia in Canada | Amanda Achtman

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How has the war with Russia changed pro-life work in Ukraine? Why is this the best time to promote life and family? And do Americans really understand Ukrainian values?On today&#39;s episode, Genia Samborska (HLI&#39;s affiliate in Ukraine) and Valentyna Pavsyukova join us for an in-depth discussion about the fight for life and family in Ukraine. Discover Ukraine&#39;s conservative values, hear stories of ex-abortionist&#39;s profound conversions, and find out how Genia shut down illegal abortion pill distribution in neighboring Poland.<h3>Resources:</h3>Donate to HLI and help Genia&#39;s work in Ukraine! Send your best gift here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/?utm_campaign=resources&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=year-end-homepage" rel="nofollow">Human Life International | Pro-life. Catholic. Global. (hli.org)</a>Chalice of Mercy: <a href="https://chaliceofmercy.org/" rel="nofollow">Chalice of Mercy, non-profit organization for the Ukraine.</a>Free e-book! Get your copy of &#34;Why We Don&#39;t Need Abortion (even for the hard cases)&#34; here: <a href="https://www.hli.org/offers/ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion/?utm_campaign=hard-cases-ebook&utm_content=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=audio-podcast&utm_source_platform=&utm_term=ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion" rel="nofollow">Ever Have Trouble Explaining Why Abortion is NEVER Needed? | Human Life International (hli.org)</a><h3>Chapters:</h3>00:00:00 Intro00:01:50 Soviet Anti-Life Influence00:04:13 Russian Invasion00:06:10 American Influence00:07:20 Is Russia Really Pro-Family?00:09:38 Is Ukraine Liberal?00:11:40 OB/GYN Pilgrimages00:13:10 Is Abortion Legal?00:15:25 Ex-Abortionist Conversions00:24:15 2nd Conversion Story00:32:50 Best Time to Defend Life and Family?00:37:11 Abortion Pills in Poland00:48:30 A Secret Phone Call00:52:32 HLI Ukraine&#39;s Mission00:58:40 American Perception of Ukraine01:03:25 Upcoming Pro-Life Bill01:07:00 Chalice of MercyLiving the Culture of Life

Ukraine Caught Between Russian Guns and U.S. Abortion Demands

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Why are 90% of annulments granted by the Catholic Church? Can you trust the Tribunal’s decision? Why did annulment numbers increase? Fr. Duesterhaus, a procurator/advocate, has presented many formal cases over the years. On today’s episode, he gives an insider’s look at the annulment process. He also offers insight to the common reasons couples seek annulments. Fr. Michael R. Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He is the Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish, Front Royal, Virginia.Chapters:00:00:00 Intro00:03:29 Code of Canon Law00:05:22 Cake Analogy00:09:11 Marriage Definition00:10:04 Catholic Church Jurisdiction00:13:48 Why Did Annulment Numbers Rise?00:15:27 Common Reasons for Annulments00:18:37 Potential Issues00:20:36 Why 90% of Annulments are Granted00:25:00 Pastoral Activity00:26:04 Can We Trust the Tribunal&#39;s Decision?00:32:43 Contraception?00:34:08 Porn &amp; Netflix00:36:41 Bad Marriage Prep00:40:12 Fr. Duesterhaus&#39; Pre-Cana00:43:27 No Catholic Culture00:54:19 Convalidation00:58:29 Why Some Protestants Aren&#39;t Christians01:03:26 Men Need to be Men01:04:52 Privilege of Faith CaseLiving the Culture of Life

Annulments Procurator Tells the Story Behind the Data

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