Steps to Build a Community that Welcomes People with Disabilities
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's important that they receive the resources and opportunities needed to thrive within church communities.
Mark Bradford is Word on Fire Institute'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!
Fellowship for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: https://www.wordonfire.org/fellowship-for-persons-with-intellectual-developmental-disabilities/
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The Price of Life: Exploring the Human Cost of Surrogacy
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: https://www.hli.org/giving/
Father's Spirit and Life article: https://www.hli.org/2024/01/francis-surrogacy-ban/
Resource Article on IVF and Ethical Guidelines for Infertility: https://www.hli.org/resources/invitro-fertilization-ethics/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=in-vitro-fertilization-ethics&utm_content=&utm_campaign=resources&utm_source_platform=&utm_creative_format=&utm_marketing_tactic=
CONTENTS:
00:00 Intro
01:31 Mission Update
07:09 IVF in Developing Nations
11:32 Ukrainian Surrogacy
13:48 Types of Surrogacies
19:37 What are the Child's Rights?
21:03 Infertility
24:01 Surrogacy vs. Adoption
30:16 Common Reasons for Surrogacy
33:04 Openness to Life
36:03 Preying on Vulnerable Women
42:15 Pope Francis Comments
45:28 Need for Bioethical Education
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A Child’s Future Turns on his Parents’ Marriage
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!
My Forge: The Fight for Families: https://myforge.org/
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Cultural Pushback Against Euthanasia in Canada | Amanda Achtman
Why do people get euthanized? And how can we create a culture where euthanasia is unthinkable?
Canada'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's government postponed euthanasia for mental illness until at least March 2027. Please pray that this pause is permanent!
Check out Amanda's work: https://www.dyingtomeetyou.com/
Christine’s video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0mIi1rLHMw
CONTENTS
00:00 Meet Amanda
01:44 Dying to Meet You
02:40 Church as an Expert in Humanity
06:00 Panel Topics
09:22 Positive Alternative Vision
11:33 Suffering
13:54 Canada Euthanasia Stats
19:06 Why are People Euthanized?
22:00 Hope vs. Despair
23:36 Mass of a Lifetime
29:22 Nursing Homes?
31:29 Meaningful Activities?
35:35 USA and Euthanasia
37:33 Euthanasia vs. Assisted Suicide
40:57 Christine's Story: Don't Euthanize Me
49:40 Making Euthanasia Unthinkable
51:44 Don't Lose Hope!
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Ukraine Caught Between Russian Guns and U.S. Abortion Demands
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's episode, Genia Samborska (HLI'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's conservative values, hear stories of ex-abortionist's profound conversions, and find out how Genia shut down illegal abortion pill distribution in neighboring Poland.
Donate to HLI and help Genia's work in Ukraine! Send your best gift here: https://www.hli.org/giving/
Chalice of Mercy: https://chaliceofmercy.org/
CONTENTS:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:50 Soviet Anti-Life Influence
00:04:13 Russian Invasion
00:06:10 American Influence
00:07:20 Is Russia Really Pro-Family?
00:09:38 Is Ukraine Liberal?
00:11:40 OB/GYN Pilgrimages
00:13:10 Is Abortion Legal?
00:15:25 Ex-Abortionist Conversions
00:24:15 2nd Conversion Story
00:32:50 Best Time to Defend Life and Family?
00:37:11 Abortion Pills in Poland
00:48:30 A Secret Phone Call
00:52:32 HLI Ukraine's Mission
00:58:40 American Perception of Ukraine
01:03:25 Upcoming Pro-Life Bill
01:07:00 Chalice of Mercy
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Annulments Procurator Tells the Story Behind the Data
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.
Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here:
https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/
CONTENTS:
00:00:00 Intro
00:03:29 Code of Canon Law
00:05:22 Cake Analogy
00:09:11 Marriage Definition
00:10:04 Catholic Church Jurisdiction
00:13:48 Why Did Annulment Numbers Rise?
00:15:27 Common Reasons for Annulments
00:18:37 Potential Issues
00:20:36 Why 90% of Annulments are Granted
00:25:00 Pastoral Activity
00:26:04 Can We Trust the Decision?
00:32:43 Contraception?
00:34:05 Porn & Netflix
00:36:41 Bad Marriage Prep
00:40:12 Fr. Duesterhaus' Pre-Cana Program
00:43:27 No Catholic Culture
00:54:19 Convalidation
00:58:29 Why Some Protestants Aren't Christians
01:03:26 Men Need to be Men
01:04:52 Privilege of Faith Case
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NSSM-200: The USA's Blueprint for Depopulation
Have you ever heard of the Kissinger Report? Officially National Security Study Memorandum 200 (NSSM-200), this report is the USA’s blueprint for population control.
Released in 1974, the Kissinger Report is 50 years old this year. It’s never been rescinded, so this is still the official U.S. policy.
On today’s episode, Fr. Boquet discusses the Kissinger Report, which is still impacting families worldwide. We unpack the United States’ motivations for depopulation, what methods the report suggests, and which countries were specifically targeted.
Has NSSM-200 contributed to the current demographic winter? Find out more by watching now!
NSSM-200 Resource: https://www.hli.org/resources/nssm-200/
NSSM-200 Text: https://pdf.usaid.gov/pdf_docs/PCAAB500.pdf
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Abortion Survivors Left to Die: What Jill Stanek Saw
Infanticide and abortion go hand-in-hand. Afterall, the only difference is the baby’s location. Both acts kill an innocent child.
When Jill Stanek was working as a nurse in 1999, she discovered that her hospital was performing abortions. Many preborn babies would be delivered early and then left to die in the hospital’s utility room. Often, these children were aborted because of fetal abnormalities.
One night, Jill Stanek held a baby with Down syndrome, who’d survived an abortion attempt. He finally died in her arms. This experience changed Jill’s life and set her on a mission to end abortion.
On today’s episode, Jill Stanek shares her story for a new generation. If he had lived, the baby she held would be 25 years old now! Find out how this experience changed Jill’s life.
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A Journey Back from Same Sex Attraction | Jessica Owens
How can you help someone struggling with same-sex attraction? How can Christians minister to the LGBTQ community and speak the truth about God’s plan for marriage?
On this episode, Jessica Owens shares her journey back from same-sex attraction. After living a lesbian lifestyle for years, she realized the truth and beauty of God’s plan for marriage. Today, by the grace of God, she doesn’t struggle with same-sex attraction anymore.
As Christians, we must help people struggling with sexual sins. But many people don’t know what to say. Find out how you can help individuals in your community who may be living (or are tempted to live) a gay or lesbian lifestyle.
Changed Movement website: https://changedmovement.com/
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A Hard Look at Annulment Data Raises Questions About the Process
In the past 60 years, annulment rates have skyrocketed in the U.S. Meanwhile, marriage rates are down. What’s up with that? Is the marriage annulment process breaking down our understanding of the sanctity of marriage?
In today’s episode, John Clark discusses his new book “Betrayed Without a Kiss: Defending Marriage After Years of Failed Leadership in the Church.” He discusses the current crisis in America, specifically regarding the Catholic annulment process.
Listen now, as we dive into questions including: what is annulment vs. divorce? How should the Church defend the sanctity of marriage? Is the marriage annulment process the problem? Or do we need better Catholic marriage preparation?
John Clark's book: https://tanbooks.com/products/betrayed-without-a-kiss-defending-marriage-after-years-of-failed-leadership-in-the-church/?cjevent=f5131070686d11ee83b2000a0a82b839
Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here:
https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/
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Adult Stem Cells: A Better Alternative to Embryonic Stem Cell Research
What are stem cells? What’s the difference between embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells? Which type of research is more effective?
To get embryonic stem cells, scientists must kill a days-old human. But adult stem cells can be ethically sourced from umbilical cords, bone marrow, and other cells from a human body.
Not a single person has ever been cured because of embryonic stem cells. Meanwhile, adult stem cell research has helped hundreds of patients with conditions including cancer, MS, and strokes.
On today’s podcast episode, Dr. David Prentice of the Charlotte Lozier Institute joins us to unpack the science behind stem cell research. Find out how adult stem cells can cure, while embryonic stem cells only kill.
The media focuses on embryonic stem cells. It’s critical that pro-lifers know why adult stem cell research is better!
Stories of Cures: https://stemcellresearchfacts.org/
Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/
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Positive Masculinity in 10 "Lord of the Rings" Characters
Is Aragorn the epitome of masculinity? How do Lord of the Rings characters model masculine virtues? Why is this even important?
Right now, there’s a masculinity crisis in society. People talk about toxic masculinity. Boys don’t know how to be strong men and good fathers. Many men don’t know what positive masculinity looks like!
The breakdown of masculinity contributes to the breakdown of the family. This, in turn, leads to abortion and many other societal evils.
So, how do we model manhood for today’s world? Books and movies can be excellent models of virtue, since they form minds and imaginations. Many of J. R. R. Tolkien’s LOTR characters embody healthy, positive masculinity.
On today’s episode, we unpack the many masculine virtues in popular Lord of the Rings characters (both in the books and the movies). Find out what you can learn from Aragorn, Legolas, and the rest of the Fellowship of the Ring (plus Faramir)!
Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here:
https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/
CONTENTS
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:16 LOTR Memories
00:02:25 Tolkien's Father
00:04:55: Downfall of Masculinity
00:06:34 Bad Examples in Media
00:07:32 Red Pill Men, Effeminate Men, Bumbling Dads
00:09:21 Why Lord of the Rings?
00:11:00 Aragorn | Healthy Masculinity
00:13:37 Aragorn | Surprising Masculine Traits
00:19:15 Reluctant King vs. Servant King
00:22:25 Faramir | Virtue of Following
00:32:40 Boromir | Redemption After Pride
00:42:20 Effeminate Elves?
00:47:33 Legolas & Gimli | Male Friendship
00:56:13 The Hobbits | The Everymen
01:11:28 Gandalf | Humility & Compassion
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Inside Planned Parenthood's Sex-Education: Selling Abortion to Kids
What does Planned Parenthood teach kids in schools? How does sex-education funnel kids to abortion? And why should you care?
Monica Leal Cline was trained by Planned Parenthood to be a sex-educator. On today’s episode, she shares an insider look at Planned Parenthood’s sex-ed program. Find out how sex-ed purposefully divides children from parents, encourages 9-year-olds to have sex, and pushes young girls (secretly!) towards abortion.
Monica also shares the pedophilia behind the philosophy of sex-education programs. Alfred Kinsey’s “research” of children directly affects what your kids learn in school.
Monica’s website: https://www.ittakesafamily.org/
Help stop Big Abortion from taking over the developing world! Click here for more info: https://www.hli.org/
Free e-book! Get your copy of "Why We Don't Need Abortion (even for the hard cases)" here: https://www.hli.org/offers/ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion/
CONTENTS
00:00:00 Meet Monica
00:02:58 Age Brackets
00:04:46 Enabling Sexual Abuse
00:06:41 Alfred Kinsey's Worldview
00:12:43 Pedophile Philosophy in Sex-Ed Programs
00:17:02 Dividing Kids from Parents
00:25:03 FBI Grooming Steps
00:27:34 Planned Parenthood Icebreaker
00:30:55 Sex-Ed Feeds Abortion
00:36:18 Abstinence?
00:39:06 Planned Parenthood Chased Out of School
00:43:27 Sex is Beautiful!
00:45:54 Advice for Parents
00:54:45 Kids Want Help
01:00:29 Leaving Planned Parenthood
01:02:23 Hiding Human Trafficking
01:06:53 Problems with Consent
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How Birth Control Disrupts Chemistry in Relationships | Dr. Joe Malone
What type of men do women want? How does birth control affect the science of relationships? Can the pill make you choose the wrong man?
Hormonal birth control negatively affects a woman’s mental and physical health. And it also alters chemical attraction between men and women.
Because birth control disrupts a woman’s hormonal cycle, it changes who she’s attracted to—chemically. This can cause severe relationship issues down the road. It even affects a couple’s fertility! Moreover, men tend to find naturally cycling women more attractive as well.
Hormonal birth control hurts relationships. On today’s podcast episode, Dr. Joe Malone breaks down the biological reason why this happens. Find out how birth control affects chemistry between men and women!
Free e-book! Get your copy of "How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture" here: https://www.hli.org/offers/discover-why-contraception-always-leads-to-abortion/
CONTENTS:
00:00 Welcome Back
01:00 Birth Control Shuts Down a Woman's Cycle
04:45 Types of Men Women are Attracted To
06:05 Problem with Altered Attraction
08:33 Best of Both Worlds
11:23 Chemistry & Fertility
15:10 Effeminate Men?
16:24 Environmental Issues
18:30 Sperm Counts Dropping
20:00 Demographic Winter Causes
23:00 IVF Problems
24:40 Types of Women Men are Attracted To
29:09 Attraction During Pregnancy
33:27 Impact on Mental Health
35:58 Birth Control Changes Women
38:40 Sex Drive Slows
40:10 Blood Clots & Cancer
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Pro-life Policies Worldwide Threatened by EU-ACP Treaty
You won’t hear about the EU-ACP Agreement in the media. But you should.
If it is ratified, this international treaty (also called the Samoa Agreement) will force 79 countries to legalize abortion, LGBTQ ideologies, and comprehensive sex-education for 20 years.
Moreover, the terms of the treaty will give the European Union controlling votes at the UN. The agreement even has the potential to strangle the spread of Christianity by silencing leaders who stand up for marriage and family. The impact will be devastating.
Luckily, there's still hope. The EU doesn't have enough countries' signatures yet. It's critical that pro-lifers stand up and stop the EU-ACP agreement!
On this episode, Michelle Francis, HLI’s Mission Network Manager, tells you everything you need to know about the EU-ACP agreement. Find out what Big Abortion is trying to sneak past you!
Help stop the EU-ACP agreement! Rush a gift to warn government leaders now: https://www.hli.org/giving/
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Does Birth Control Affect Health? An Honest Look by a Women's Health Practitioner
How does birth control affect fertility? Why do I have weight gain from birth control pill? What are the birth control pill side effects?
There's a reason women ask these questions. Right now, millions of women are one some form of hormonal birth control, such as the mini-pill or IUD. But many don’t realize that contraception comes with a host of health risks.
Many teen girls are placed on the birth control pill to “fix” heavy bleeding or menstrual issues. But birth control doesn’t heal the underlying issue. Often, it masks fertility issues, such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or endometriosis.
On today’s episode, Dr. Jessica Whelan, a woman’s health expert, unpacks the side-effects of hormonal birth control. A woman’s natural cycles positively impact her health and fertility. But the synthetic hormones found in contraception damage health. Dr. Whelan also shares her experience helping women heal hormonal imbalances and detox from birth control.
Listen to today’s episode to find out why birth control harms (instead of helps) women’s health!
Dr. Whelan’s website: https://drwhelan.com/
Free e-book! Get your copy of "How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture" here: https://www.hli.org/offers/discover-why-contraception-always-leads-to-abortion/
More info on the effects of birth control: https://www.hli.org/resources/negative-effects-of-the-pill/
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Which Pro-life Tactics Work? Former Abortion Worker Explains
Why do abortion workers quit? How does the abortion industry really treat women? Which pro-life strategies are really effective?
On this episode, Kelly Lester, from And Then There Were None, reveals the motivations of employees at abortion clinics. A former receptionist at an abortion clinic, Kelly discusses manipulation tactics her clinic used to convince women to get abortions.
This episode covers many topics including: protesting outside abortion clinics, the power of prayer, how clinics got around parental consent laws, and how pro-lifers can help abortion employees leave the industry and find healing.
In order to effectively reach women, it’s critical that pro-lifers understand pro-abortion mindset.
Find out more by listening to today's episode!
And Then There Were None website: https://abbyj.com/and-then-there-were-none/
Free e-book! Find out why abortion is NEVER the answer. Get your copy of "Why We Don't Need Abortion (even for the hard cases)" here: https://www.hli.org/offers/ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion/
Contents:
00:00 Meet Kelly Lester
02:44 Working at an Abortion Clinic
04:45 Power of Prayer
06:15 Finding Healing
07:27 Avoiding Parental Consent
08:44 Why Abortion Workers Quit
11:00 Mindset of Employees
13:13 Why Clinics Manipulate Women
15:08 Underlying Motivation?
16:49 Protesting: Helpful or Not?
17:58 Prayer: Helpful or Not?
20:39 Why Women Get Abortions
21:43 Why Women Need Advocates
24:00 No Men Allowed
25:33 Financial Struggles
27:26 How Pro-Lifers Can Help Workers Get Out
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Contraception and IVF are the SAME SIN
Why are contraception and in vitro fertilization the same sin? Isn’t contraception anti-baby? And IVF is pro-baby?
In today’s podcast episode, Fr. Boquet unpacks the relationship between contraception and IVF. Separating sex from babies always opposes God’s plan for sexuality.
Surprisingly, in vitro fertilization and birth control are related on a very practical level too. Find out more by watching this episode today!
FREE e-book: Surprise! Birth control and abortion are related too. Find out more by downloading your copy of "How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture" here: https://www.hli.org/offers/discover-why-contraception-always-leads-to-abortion/
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Biology of How Men and Women Bond Differently
Is love chemistry? How do couples bond physically? And why does casual sex biologically harm relationships?
Dr. Joe Malone is a Sexual Integrity Scientist. While studying the biological and chemical bonding process of men and women, he discovered that dating chastely lays the groundwork for love! When men and women hook up, the natural, biological bonding process is disrupted.
Find out how men and women really fall in love by listening to today’s podcast episode.
Dr. Joe Malone’s expertise addresses common questions about romantic relationships, including:
How do men fall in love with women? How do women fall in love with men? Why is hookup culture toxic? Is hookup culture destroying society? Why is sex before marriage bad for relationships? How does hookup culture hurt women? Will casual sex harm my relationship? How does porn affect bonding?
FREE e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here:
https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/
Dr. Malone's Resources:
https://www.drjoemalone.com/
“Battles of the Sexes” book: https://www.amazon.com/Battles-Sexes-Raising-Conflict-Empower-ebook/dp/B07D97LQ67
Sex IQ https://www.sexiq.org/
CONTENTS:
00:00:00 What is a Sexual Integrity Scientist?
00:04:08 Sexual Wellness & Integrity
00:06:29 Science Supports Catholic Teaching
00:10:53 Pair Bonding Throughout History
00:13:53 Chimpanzees Designed to be Polygamous
00:16:12 Humans Designed to be Monogamous
00:19:32 How Men Fall in Love
00:26:14 Casual Sex Hurts Relationships
00:29:00 Factors Affecting Relationship Length
00:30:53 Male Testosterone Drops
00:33:27 How Long It Takes for Men to Bond
00:34:34 How Porn Affects Men
00:38:18 How Porn Affects Women
00:39:36 Sex After Marriage
00:44:10 What is Romantic Chemistry?
00:48:13 Lap Dancer Study
00:51:12 Male T-Shirt Study
00:53:10 Kissing Chemistry
00:55:00 Cryptic Rejection
00:55:55 Health Benefits of Ditching Condoms
00:58:19 Feminism Hurt Women
01:04:29 High Standards in a Promiscuous Society?
01:07:00 Smart Men Don't Hookup
01:11:40 Casual Sex Hurts Men Too
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Redemptive Suffering: Life is Valuable, Even When It Hurts
What do Catholics believe about redemptive suffering? And why should you care?
Many people today believe it’s better to die or sin rather than suffer. They don't understand why God allows suffering. False compassion often leads to euthanasia, abortion, and LGBTQ ideologies.
So, how should Catholics respond? How can we help people understand the spiritual value of suffering? And how can we offer true compassion to those in need? Find out by watching today’s episode!
FREE e-book! Ever hear that rape, incest, or fetal abnormalities justify abortion? Or that abortion should be legal to save a mother’s life? Find out the pro-life response to these questions by downloading your free e-book today.
Get your copy of "Why We Don't Need Abortion (even for the hard cases)" here: https://www.hli.org/offers/ebook-why-we-dont-need-abortion/
Contents:
00:00 What is Redemptive Suffering?
02:31 Should We Seek Out Suffering?
04:16 Accept Love
07:04 Helping Non-Christians
08:27 Terminally Ill?
11:29 False Compassion
14:14 Unplanned Pregnancy
16:21 Humility & Joy
17:55 How Do We Change Mindsets?
19:29 'Life is Beautiful'
21:06 Walk with Suffering Individuals
22:56 Yvette from Rwanda
25:25 Elderly Population
28:24 Gratitude!
30:22 What Saint Models Redemptive Suffering?
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Planned Parenthood’s Cultural Colonization of Malawi Hits a Roadblock
Does abstinence-based sex-ed work? Planned Parenthood says no. But Malawian schoolkids say “YES!”
HLI visits schools in Malawi, encouraging schoolkids to live chastely and quit contraception. When Planned Parenthood tried to teach the same students about unchaste sexual education, the kids chased away IPPF. Then they burned the condoms and hormonal birth control!
Michelle Francis, our Mission Network Manager, joins us today to talk about this story. She discusses the challenges and victories of pro-life work in Malawi, as well as the threat from IPPF. Michelle also shares other great stories from Fr. Zikomankhani.
Check out today's episode to find out how impactful chastity education is!
Send chastity education to other kids in Malawi: https://www.hli.org/giving/
Free e-book! Get your copy of "How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture" here: https://www.hli.org/offers/discover-why-contraception-always-leads-to-abortion/
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Survivor's Guilt and Generational Trauma in Siblings of Aborted Children
Do kids experience trauma when their siblings die from abortion? How does abortion affect adult siblings?
Often, abortion is seen as a private choice. But this isn’t true. Abortion impacts everyone.
Sometimes, pro-lifers discuss abortion’s psychological effect on moms. Even fewer talk about how abortion impacts dads. But how does abortion affect siblings?
On this episode, Krista Corbello joins us to talk about abortion’s impact on surviving siblings. She shares her story of discovering her sibling died from abortion. And she discusses her ministry, Even This Way, which helps other siblings deal with generational trauma and survivor’s guilt.
Listen to today’s episode to find out how abortion impacts everyone in a family (whether they know about the abortion or not).
Abortion’s impact on women: https://youtu.be/lJjdabAi1GQ
Abortion’s impact on men: https://youtu.be/N8WTibNk9NA
Even This Way: https://www.eventhisway.org/
Panel discussion with Krista Corbello’s research and other sibling testimonies: https://www.eventhisway.org/events
“I’ll Love You,” Krista’s original song, which she played at her aborted sibling’s memorial service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPtYuIgOWdw
Create Encounter by Rehumanize International: https://www.rehumanizeintl.org/create-encounter
Krista’s Story (a mini-documentary): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8wjx8-dtE4
CONTENTS:
00:00 Meet Krista Corbello
02:30 Abortion vs. Miscarriage
6:00 Survivors Guilt & Generational Trauma
10:53 Haunted, Bound, or Resurrected Child
12:44 Not a Private Choice
13:48 Stats?
15:36 Are People Talking About This?
18:20 Pro-Choice Siblings??
20:28 Was Finding Out Healing?
24:32 Retreats?
27:31 Advice for Siblings
32:01 Advice for Telling Kids
35:25 Why Beauty Matters
41:30 Emotion and Logic
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How Films from Hollywood’s Golden Age Reveal God’s Plan for Sexuality
How can you teach teens about chastity and healthy relationships? And how can you inspire young people to embrace God’s plan for marriage?
Ever since the Sexual Revolution, healthy relationships seem rare. Kids grow up thinking divorce is normal. Movies and TV shows push casual sex and contraception on teens. And today, the LGBTQ agenda further distorts society’s view of marriage.
Without seeing healthy relationships modeled, kids risk a cynical view of God’s plan for sexuality. They might believe that chastity and marriage are burdens, rather than blessings.
But there is hope! Onalee McGraw has a unique solution to this problem. She uses classic movies to inspire teens and young people to live virtuously.
On today’s podcast, Onalee explains how classic films can model healthy relationships. Listen now, to find out why these movies reveal the beauty of chastity.
It Happened One Night | 1934
Roman Holiday | 1953
It’s A Wonderful Life | 1946
Love With the Proper Stranger | 1963
Educational Guidance Institute: https://educationalguidanceinstitute.com/home
Free e-book! Get your copy of “Which Cosmetics Use Fetal Cells?” here: https://www.hli.org/offers/cosmetics-e-book/
Contents:
00:00:00 Timeless films model morality
00:03:00 Guiding audience towards truth
00:04:28 What are classic films?
00:05:58 What motivated this project?
00:07:55 The ABCs of classic movies
00:12:05 Kids in detention homes
00:15:47 How do teens react?
00:20:31 Why studios used the Production Code
00:29:08 What did the Code prohibit?
00:33:29 Everyone longs for committed relationships
00:35:26 It Happened One Night | 1934
00:47:00 Roman Holiday | 1953
01:00:48 It's A Wonderful Life | 1946
01:07:14 Love with the Proper Stranger | 1963
01:21:18 Uniqueness of classic films
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Husband First, Father Second: The Vital Role of Men in Family Life
What does it mean to be masculine? How can men be better husbands and fathers? Why do kids need their dads?
Dr. Pat Fagan sits down with us to unpack the role of men in family life. In this two-part series, he discusses why sons and daughters need to play with their dad, the current masculinity crisis, and why marriage is fundamental to family life.
Dr. Fagan also gives relationship advice to men who hope to be great husbands and fathers. Fatherhood is essential to society.
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CONTENTS:
00:00 Intro
00:58 Ended up at fatherhood
03:38 Worship is important!
06:00 Father transmits religion
09:20 You need dad for existence
10:21 Neglect your kids?!
13:06 Date night
14:16 Best pre-Cana
15:04 Dads, kids, & development
17:40 Different than mom?
19:02 Struggles of single mom
20:06 Ages 0-6
22:39 Helping sons become men
25:35 Secret conversations of women
27:19 Right to marriage of biological parents
28:53 Boys dropping behind girls. Why?
30:09 Dads and daughters
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