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Katie McMann and her husband struggled with infertility for years, finally turning to IVF to resolve their infertility. They discovered that not only does IVF not cure infertility, but it also comes with tremendous moral implications, especially in Catholic theology. Katie explains the process she and her husband went through after they learned more about the Catholic perspective on infertility and IVF as well as the origins of their IVF ministry. Through Shiloh IVF Ministry, Katie helps couples deal with the hardship of infertility, discern what to do with frozen embryonic children, and more. Shiloh IVF Ministry: https://www.shilohivf.com/ Home | The Fruitful Hollow: thefruitfulhollow.com The Fruitful Hollow is a Catholic resource and community for those who struggle with infertility. Springs in the Desert | Catholic Infertility Ministry: https://springsinthedesert.org/ Chapters Chapters 00:00 The Journey Through IVF and Infertility 02:51 Inception of Shiloh IVF Ministry 06:07 Support Systems for Infertility

“Infertility is hard, it is a cross, it is suffering, but we can help each other by recognizing that and choosing things that will lift up humanity instead of introduce so many harms.” IVF is often sold as a treatment for infertility, and couples who struggle with infertility flock to it. On the surface, it appears to more than adequately deal with the problem, but if you scratch the surface, there are a host of issues that plague the couples, children, and industry. And the funny thing is, IVF doesn’t actually cure infertility. Whatever biological issues caused the infertility will still exist after IVF treatment. Katie McMann discusses her own journey with IVF, the Catholic perspective on IVF, healing from the negative effects of IVF, and setting up a ministry to help people struggling with having used IVF. Many women experience infertility or impaired fertility at some point in their lives. Some, such as Katie McMann, turn to in vitro fertilzation. Through IVF, she and her husband bore two children, but te

In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Roback-Morris and Richard Doerflinger discuss the Catholic Church's teachings on sexual morality, particularly in the context of contraception and family planning. They explore the cultural shifts towards subjectivism in moral reasoning, the role of the Pontifical Academy for Life, and share personal experiences that highlight the challenges and implications of these teachings. The discussion emphasizes the need for a return to moral absolutes and the importance of rebuilding a marriage culture to address issues like abortion. This conversation explores the profound social and moral implications of contraception and abortion, emphasizing the unintended consequences of these practices on individuals and society. The speakers discuss how the contraceptive ideology has led to increased out-of-wedlock childbearing, emotional distress among women, and a shift in moral norms that undermine the sanctity of life. They argue for the importance of moral absolutes and the need to recog

Richard Doerflinger on the Dr. J Show, episode 275 https://youtu.be/W1CEN49YgGU “When young women go to college, they are instantly expected to fall into the hook-up culture," Richard Doerflinger says in Part 2 of this interview. "Their initial feeling is ‘I’m free. I’m liberated from all these restrictive norms. Nobody’s watching. Sex is consequence-free.’” And yet, among these young women is more depression, anxiety, isolation, suicidal thoughts, and cutting “to know you’re alive," he notes. "Then they can’t figure out why they feel so miserable.” Watch part 1 here: https://youtu.be/RSUCTbkjOtM More about Richard Doerflinger: https://lozierinstitute.org/team-member/richard-doerflinger/ Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Contraception on Society 02:49 Consequences of the Contraceptive Mindset 05:49 Moral Norms and Their Importance 09:10 The Dangers of Relativism 11:56 The Role of Experience in Moral Decision Making 15:06 The Breakdown of Marriage and Family 18:14 The Need for Moral Absolutes 21:08 Reviving Natural

Catholicism is one of the last holdouts against contraception, abortion, euthanasia, sex outside of marriage, and more. The Church’s moral teachings ultimately protect people from heartache, illness, broken families, and, especially in the case of abortion, death. And yet, these teachings have opponents even within the Catholic Church’s hierarchy. Richard Doerflinger is one of the contributors to Lived Experience and the Search for Truth: Revisiting Catholic Sexual Morality, which argues against those who wish to change the Church’s moral teachings. He shares his personal experience of how The Pill affected his wife physically and mentally, and how they came to follow the Church’s path, Natural Family Planning, instead. Doerflinger explains how secular culture has turned to “expressive individualism” and subjectivism, where moral principals are whatever feels right for the individual. This mindset causes problems, Doerflinger explains. Moral absolutes are absolute for a reason. More about Richard Doerflinger:

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse joins Pro-Life Waco in March of 2025.   This Dr J Show is also on the following platforms: TheRuthInstitute.Locals.com https://rumble.com/c/TheRuthInstitute https://www.bitchute.com/channel/MXkWgTk4Brwr/ https://odysee.com/@TheRuthInstitute:7 Sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://ruthinstitute.org/newsletter/ Be sure to subscribe, and check out ALL the Dr J Shows! Have a question or a comment? Leave it in the comments, and we'll get back to you! Subscribe to our YouTube playlist:  @RuthInstitute   Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/theruthinstitute https://twitter.com/RuthInstitute https://www.facebook.com/TheRuthInstitute/ https://theruthinstitute.locals.com/newsfeed Press: NC Register: https://www.ncregister.com/author/jennifer-roback-morse Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com/profile/jennifer-roback-morse The Stream: https://stream.org/author/jennifer-roback-morse/ Crisis Magazine: https://crisismagazine.com/author/jennifer-roeback-morse Father Su

Linda wanted to be a man. She planned it all out and chose her new name. But a powerful experience with Christ changed her life forever.  Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ Linda discusses her research on individuals transitioning from an LGBT identity, and Christian perspectives on LGBTQ+ issues, including affirmation, accommodation, mortification, and holistic transformation. Linda highlights parental roles and language's impact on perceptions, stressing compassion and truth in addressing same-sex attraction.   Dr. Linda Seiler earned a PhD from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. As an ordained minister, Linda has dedicated her life to ministry and education. Her book, "Trans-Formation," reflects her personal journey and academic insights, offering guidance to those navigating similar paths.  Linda’s website: https://lindaseiler.com/   Get the 5 streams document here: https://lindaseiler.com/resou

Born gay is a narrative that severely inhibits anyone dealing with same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria. Dr. Linda Seiler talks about both the qualitative research that she did regarding same sex attraction as well as the transformation she went through after she reoriented her life towards God. Watch part 1 here: https://youtu.be/gqJ48N5uqYA Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Forgiveness and Healing 02:47 Pursuing Intimacy with Jesus 06:01 Facing Pain for Transformation 08:54 Understanding Temptation and Responsibility 12:14 The Cycle of Transformation 15:11 Exploring the Five Streams of LGBTQ Responses 18:09 Condemnation vs. Affirmation 20:59 Accommodation and Identity 23:53 Mortification and the Fall 27:14 Understanding Temptation and Sin 30:36 The Complexity of Concupiscence 33:25 Celibacy: A Gift or a Burden? 37:43 Holistic Transformation: Body, Soul, and Spirit 41:03 T

Linda wanted to be a man. She had planned it all out, to the monetary side and even going so far as to choose the name, 'David' for her post operation itentity. But a powerful experience when she was 21 with Christ changed her life forever. Listen as she shares her journey with gender identity, sexual attraction, faith struggles, and her 11-year transformation. She highlights pivotal moments, the role of confession, accountability, and divine intervention in her healing.   Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/   Linda stresses forgiveness, responsibility, and the messy nature of discipleship in her path to self-acceptance and faith. She discusses her research on individuals transitioning from an LGBT identity, exploring commonalities and mindsets aiding transformation. Linda emphasizes intimacy with Jesus over sexual orientation change and outlines a transformation cycle involving pain and a relationship with C

Full Episode! John A. Di Camillo, PhD, BeL, is a health care ethicist and the Personal Consultations Director at The National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC). He manages NCBC’s 24/7 free ethics consultation service as well as the Personal Consultations Fellows and Interns Program. Dr. Di Camillo applies Catholic moral theology to science and medicine through research, writing, speaking, mentoring, and fielding hundreds of ethics questions every year. His areas of focus include cooperation with evil, sexual orientation and gender identity, brain death and organ donation, reproductive technologies, and pregnancy complications. He also assists hospital ethics committees as an outside expert and conducts moral analyses of institutional collaborative arrangements. Dr. Di Camillo has a range of teaching experience from middle school to graduate school across various disciplines, including Italian, Church history, science, philosophy, biomedical ethics, and moral theology. He has translated Italian publications on

Dr. Morse gives a presentation about what parents need to know about the Gender Ideology to help people navigate our turbulent times.   Subscribe to the newsletter and get the 5 Myths Report: https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/   The Sexual State: https://thesexualstate.com/   Main Resource Center: https://ruthinstitute.org/resource-centers/   Healing from the Sexual Revolution:https://ruthinstitute.org/healing-from-the-sexual-revolution/   Parent Resource Center: https://ruthinstitute.org/resource-centers/parent-resources/   Counseling Freedom for All: https://ruthinstitute.org/counseling-freedom-for-all/   YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/RuthInstitute   Related Playlists:   Gay No More Testionieshttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSi2OoPf_APvpYetZ--PHACCS1oTkhJ9f   Counseling Freedom for All: Experts Defending Choice: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSi2OoPf_APt0rwnPIw_jFIrbMWEqNJMM   Advice for Parents of LGBT+ Children: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSi2OoPf_A

This is part one of a two part interview with Dr. Jason D. Hill. Dr. Jason Hill shares his profound journey from an LGBT identity to a strong Christian faith. He discusses the impact of childhood trauma, including molestation and the absence of a father, on his sexual orientation. He reflects on his atheism, the shame he carried, and the transformative power of vulnerability and faith. He emphasizes the importance of confronting suffering and finding strength in vulnerability, ultimately leading to a life of peace and purpose.    Dr. Hill discusses common vulnerabilities, the nature of attraction, and the dynamics of male relationships. The conversation delves into the realities of sex addiction within gay culture, the role of therapy, and the importance of parental support. Ultimately, Dr. Hill emphasizes the search for God and the hope that comes from turning towards faith.   Jason D. Hill was born and raised in Jamaica and immigrated to the United States at age 20 in 1985. He graduated magna cum laude wit

Amy Hamilton continues her discussion with Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse. They discuss what it was that led Amy Hamilton out of her lesbian lifestyle, including being adopted as an infant. The consequences of adoption aren't always what we think. They also talk about the challenge of the "born that way" myth, complexities of relationships, and the importance of maintaining a Christian identity rooted in truth. Amy Hamilton has been a social worker, a Fulbright scholar to Indonesia, a Sexuality Research Fellow, and an Assistant Professor. She received her Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Texas at Austin in 2004. Her dissertation focused on the life narratives of Christians who had experienced conflicts between their spiritual and sexual identity.  She is currently in her fifth year working as a research associate at the University of Texas at Austin. Amy writes on topics related to marriage, faith, gender, and sexuality. Amy has also given hope to many through sharing her story of personal transformatio

In this conversation, Dr. Amy Hamilton shares her struggle with same-sex attraction, her conversion to Christianity, and her eventual embrace of Catholicism. Dr. Hamilton emphasizes the importance of truth in addressing contemporary issues surrounding sexuality and the need for compassion without compromising on Christian teachings. She also highlights the role of counseling in her transformation and offers advice for loved ones of those struggling with similar issues.   Amy Hamilton has been a social worker, a Fulbright scholar to Indonesia, a Sexuality Research Fellow, and an Assistant Professor. She received her Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Texas at Austin in 2004. Her dissertation focused on the life narratives of Christians who had experienced conflicts between their spiritual and sexual identity.  She is currently in her fifth year working as a research associate at the University of Texas at Austin. Amy writes on topics related to marriage, faith, gender, and sexuality.   Amy has also gi

We welcome back Dr. Jennifer Morse of the Ruth Institute to discuss the recent Executive Order regarding gender ideology. What is the right way to respond to body dysmorphia, and what are the ramifications of returning discourse at all levels to biological reality?   Originally posted by The Catholic Current here: https://sites.libsyn.com/286598/new-rules-for-transgenderism-dr-jennifer-roback-morse-13025

President Trump's support of IVF as an effective means to increase fertility belies the complicated nature of this treatment and the ethical, moral, and philosophical implications of it. For instance, one of the pressing issues for children of IVF will be how their manner of conception impacts their psychological state. For another, they might wonder what happened to the other embryos which were discarded and worry about their place in their family or even with their parents.   This conversation explores the psychological and societal implications of IVF and cloning, emphasizing the potential moral catastrophes that may arise from these practices. The discussion highlights the importance of family as a foundational element of society, the consequences of broken families, and the need for healing and love in addressing these issues. The speakers advocate for a return to valuing human life as a gift rather than a product, and they discuss the cultural attitudes towards IVF and the efforts to regulate it.   Dr.

In this episode of the Ruth Institute Podcast, Fr. Rob Jack and Dr. Morse talk about Dr. Morse's interview with Archduke Eduard Habsburg of Austria and his new book giving advice to young couples about how to get married and stay married.

Today Dr. Morse and Fr. Rob Jack discuss the Cincinnati Children's Hospital touting gender affirming care to children as young as four, and Dr. Morse's article about why you shouldn't send your gay teens to therapy.

Peter Colosi discusses his academic background in philosophy and the importance of lived experience in understanding Catholic sexual morality. He emphasizes the need for clarity in church teachings, particularly in light of contemporary challenges and ecclesial politics. Colosi explores the moral implications of IVF, the dignity of every human being, and the psychological impact of artificial reproduction on families. He advocates for a return to natural conception and restorative fertility medicine as alternatives to IVF, highlighting the church's teachings on human relationships and the sanctity of life. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities and moral implications of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and related reproductive technologies. They discuss the process of IVF, the emotional and ethical dilemmas faced by individuals undergoing the procedure, and the role of the church in providing guidance. The conversation highlights the contradictions within the IVF industry, the impact of do

On today’s episode of the Ruth Institute Podcast,  Fr. Rob Jack and Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse discuss why pregnancy care centers represent the  real  women's movement and how the feminist movement has become the law of the strongest.