Podcasts about courage international

Fr. Mark interviews Fr. Colin Blatchford, Associate Director of Courage International, who shares the mission of Courage and EnCourage. Founded in 1980, Courage supports Catholics with same-sex attraction in living chaste lives, while EnCourage, established in 1987, offers support for families and friends. Fr. Blatchford discusses fostering virtuous friendships, spiritual growth, and the universal call to holiness, emphasizing God's unconditional love and the power of community in overcoming struggles.

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”As the Executive Director of "Courage International" Father Gannon illuminates how Courage has grown to over 280 chapters worldwide, providing a compassionate sanctuary for individuals navigating same-sex attraction while aligning with Catholic teachings. This conversation promises to shed light on how Courage fosters a deeper understanding and peace through faith, charity, and the timeless wisdom of the Church.“The Contraceptive Mentality”: Ground Zero in Spiritual Warfare (Pt 1) By Jack Rigert(The Video-Podcast of this Episode will be made available on Rumble and X. For past episodes on Video visit our Rumble Channel and don't forget to subscribe!)Follow us and watch on X: John Paul II Renewal @JP2RenewalOn Rumble: JohnPaulIIRCCatch up with the latest on our website: jp2renew.org and Sign up for our Newsletter!!  Contact Jack: info@jp2renew.orgRead Jack's Blog https://jp2renew.org/Support the show

We are joined this week by Fr Brian Gannon, who is the executive director of Courage International. Courage International, through its 280 chapters around the world, provides accompaniment and support for people with same-sex attraction who desire to live in fidelity with the Church's teachings. Fr Gannon is also the pastor of St Theresa Church, which recently opened a classical school, so he spends some time talking about classical education as well. Enjoy this weeks episode of Let Me Be Frank!   

Loving your family living alternative lifestyles with therapist Michael Gasparro who specialized in sexual incongruence and same sex attraction. (4:28) What does the Church teach about same sex attraction?  What causes it? (23:08) Parenting the soul of a child. (43:10) Resources mentioned :  Catechism of the Catholic Church 2357-2359: Chastity and homosexuality 2357 Homosexuality refers to relations between men or between women who experience an exclusive or predominant sexual attraction toward persons of the same sex. It has taken a great variety of forms through the centuries and in different cultures. Its psychological genesis remains largely unexplained. Basing itself on Sacred Scripture, which presents homosexual acts as acts of grave depravity,140 tradition has always declared that "homosexual acts are intrinsically disordered."141 They are contrary to the natural law. They close the sexual act to the gift of life. They do not proceed from a genuine affective and sexual complementarity. Under no circumstances can they be approved. 2358 The number of men and women who have deep-seated homosexual tendencies is not negligible. This inclination, which is objectively disordered, constitutes for most of them a trial. They must be accepted with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. Every sign of unjust discrimination in their regard should be avoided. These persons are called to fulfill God's will in their lives and, if they are Christians, to unite to the sacrifice of the Lord's Cross the difficulties they may encounter from their condition. 2359 Homosexual persons are called to chastity. By the virtues of self-mastery that teach them inner freedom, at times by the support of disinterested friendship, by prayer and sacramental grace, they can and should gradually and resolutely approach Christian perfection. Michael's website https://michaelgasparro.com/   Courage International – support for those experiencing same sex attraction https://couragerc.org/   Encourage – support for family members of same sex attracted  https://couragerc.org/for-families/   No Gay Gene – more people are formerly gay than gay https://relevantradio.com/2024/06/no-gay-gene-more-people-are-formerly-gay-than-gay/   Kim Zembar on leaving a lesbian lifestyle behind  https://relevantradio.com/2024/07/on-same-sex-attraction-and-homosexuality/   Rainbow Revival – Ex Gay rallies  https://rainbowrevival.org/   Mother Love a Manual for Christian Mothers https://www.houseofjoppa.com/products/mother-love-book?variant=43942698254560¤cy=USD&utm_source=google&utm_medium=surfaces&utm_campaign=shopping&utm_content=surfaces_across_google&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6Ou5BhCrARIsAPoTxrDCy5UBrRwnG4N-sK6QlEWq_Jt0TSGEZFOTr5MUk9KWoxtL8pVHNb0aAkYeEALw_wcB  

Hour 3 for 9/6/24 Drew was joined by Fr. Tad Pacholczyk to discuss a wide-range of issues including Elon Musk and AI (4:06), Neuralink (19:48), brain death and organ donation (28:15), cryogentic freezing (37:46), and Courage International (41:56).  Original Air Date: 7/26/24

Israeli Special Forces rescued Bedouin Arab hostage Kaid Farhan Elkadi this week to the joy and celebration of Israelis nationwide. Kasim points out the ignorance of human rights activists who insist that Israel is an apartheid and racist nation while disregarding worldwide violence carried out by Islamic extremists. The CUFI Minute is another way to enjoy CUFI's online news and analysis segment, the CUFI Weekly. Featuring host Kasim Hafeez, this microcast is a quick yet in-depth topical segment you can listen to while commuting to work or making your afternoon cup of coffee. We should stand in solidarity against terrorism including when it happens in Israel. In under 10 minutes a week, learn about the history behind many threats facing Israel, the significance of important holidays and anniversaries throughout the year, and what's happening in Israel and the broader Middle East.

In today's episode, Jason Evert interviews Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, a Catholic priest and pastor of Our Lady of Grace Parish in Indian Land, South Carolina, about the pastoral approach to gender dysphoria.  Fr. Kirby shares his insights on how priests and the church can compassionately accompany individuals struggling with gender dysphoria, treating everyone as children of God. They discuss important questions such as how to respond when asked to affirm someone's trans identity at church and how to involve individuals who self-identify as trans in church activities. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on this crucial topic. LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO OUR MONTANA WILDERNESS RETREAT: https://www.jp2trails.com/ Check out our new courses: https://chastity.com/courses/ Join our community on Patreon: http://patreon.com/jasonevert Gender Resources at Chastity Project: https://chastity.com/gender/ Resources recommended by Fr. Kirby:  EWTN Transgender Mini Series: https://www.ewtn.com/tv/shows/transgender-movement-what-catholics-need-to-know Courage International: https://couragerc.org/ Follow Jason on: https://www.instagram.com/jasonevert/ https://www.tiktok.com/jasonevert/ https://twitter.com/jasonevert https://www.facebook.com/JasonandCrystalinaEvert Check Out the Chastity Project's Website For More Resources: https://chastity.com/

In today's episode, Jason Evert interviews Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, a Catholic priest and pastor of Our Lady of Grace Parish in Indian Land, South Carolina, about the pastoral approach to gender dysphoria.  Fr. Kirby shares his insights on how priests and the church can compassionately accompany individuals struggling with gender dysphoria, treating everyone as children of God. They discuss important questions such as how to respond when asked to affirm someone's trans identity at church and how to involve individuals who self-identify as trans in church activities. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on this crucial topic. LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO OUR MONTANA WILDERNESS RETREAT: https://www.jp2trails.com/ Check out our new courses: https://chastity.com/courses/ Join our community on Patreon: http://patreon.com/jasonevert Gender Resources at Chastity Project: https://chastity.com/gender/ Resources recommended by Fr. Kirby:  EWTN Transgender Mini Series: https://www.ewtn.com/tv/shows/transgender-movement-what-catholics-need-to-know Courage International: https://couragerc.org/ Follow Jason on: https://www.instagram.com/jasonevert/ https://www.tiktok.com/jasonevert/ https://twitter.com/jasonevert https://www.facebook.com/JasonandCrystalinaEvert Check Out the Chastity Project's Website For More Resources: https://chastity.com/ Episode: https://lovelust.libsyn.com/109-a-priests-guide-to-gender-dysphoria-wfr-jeffrey-kirby Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/jasonevert

Hour 3 for 7/26/24 Drew was joined by Fr. Tad Pacholczyk to discuss a wide-range of issues including Elon Musk and AI (4:06), Neuralink (19:48), brain death and organ donation (28:15), cryogentic freezing (37:46), and Courage International (41:56).  Links:  https://couragerc.org/ https://www.fathertad.com/ https://everlastinghills.org/

Hour 3 of 6/24/24 (:43) Kim Zember - talked to Drew about same-sex attraction (from September 2020) (36:52) Fr. Brian Gannon – the new director of Courage International 

Hour 3 of The Drew Mariani Show on 3-20-24 Wendy Wilmowski from Two Crown Home helps us understand what's happening in the Real Estate Industry and the proposed changes to fee structures for realtors Dr. Jennifer Roback-Morse from the The Ruth Institute takes a look at the trends in marriage and divorce in LGBTQ communities, and we also take a look at something a professor published about how straight marriage is a form of "white hetero-normative oppression" Courage International

Joshua Richard is SUCH a gift to us and brings so much love into Holy Spirit Studios this week. His story is one of truth and incomparable inspiration. We are incredibly grateful for his bravery, his vulnerability, and his fortitude. He even shares his gift of music with us on the violin. Tune in to hear all of the ways our Lord has been and continues to fight for our beautiful new friend. Jesus, we thank you for Joshua Richard!Get one of Joshua's homemade decade rosaries here!Learn more about Courage International, a Catholic apostolate for men and women who experience same-sex attractions and those who love them at couragerc.org.✨Verse of the Week✨

Hoy es tu gran día es un programa de evangelización en vivo desde Dallas, Texas, para vivir en plenitud la vida en Cristo, caminando junto a El para ver las maravillas a nuestro alrededor en la vida diaria como discípulos. Conducido por Carlos Canseco, Elsy Acatitla

 Episode #126 of the Gotta Be Saints PodcastOn this episode, I spoke with Emmanuel Gonzalez,  a dynamic Catholic evangelist who speaks on the sensitive topic of homosexuality.Along with Manny sharing his story, we also spoke about:- How the church and faithful Catholics should be speaking about homosexuality - How the Church can better support and love those who experience same-sex attraction- How the conversation can't only focus on chastity- How the Church is the only place focused on true and authentic love - Helpful resources centered on authentic church teachings- And much more...Biography:Emmanuel Gonzalez, most known simply as Manny, is a dynamic Catholic evangelist who speaks on the sensitive topic of homosexuality. Manny is an authentic and engaging individual who uses his firsthand witness of experiencing same-sex attractions as an invitation for others to also seek fulfillment in the Catholic Church, specifically regarding Her teachings on human sexuality. Manny is from Dallas, Texas, and has a bachelor's degree in social work. Manny is currently studying to obtain a master's degree in Catechetics and Evangelization from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Manny's courageous testimony has inspired both faithful and nonfaithful alike on an international level, having been featured with notable Catholic ministries including Jason Evert's Chastity Project, National Catholic Register, Courage International, FOCUS, Catholic News Agency, and the Sophia Institute. Manny's witness has also captured the attention of numerous Catholic bishops and has even led him to be an inquired contributor for Pope Francis' Synod on Synodality. When not studying, Manny joyfully shares his journey with high school youth groups, college campuses, and conference audiences around the world.Book and Website Resources:Manny's Website - https://whatabeautifulcross.wixsite.com/websiteCourage International - https://couragerc.org/Jason Evert - https://chastity.com/Fr. Mike Schmitz - Made for Love (20% off with code BRENDAN)Kim Zember - Restless Heart (20% off with code BRENDAN)Daniel Mattson - Why I Don't Call Myself Gay (20% off with code BRENDAN)Our Sponsors:This is a Good Catholic Podcast.  If you're interested in purchasing a Good Catholic digital series, use code GBS for 20% off your total order.Looking for the perfect Catholic gift? Check out The Catholic Company and find it today! Use code BRENDAN for 20% off your next purchase!  Support the show

We welcome Fr. Kyle Schnippel of Courage International to discuss the Catholic alternative to the narratives of Pride Month. What can Courage and EnCoruage offer to those with same-sex attraction, and why is their message one of Hope?   Courage International Resources - Courage International, Inc. COURAGE & ENCOURAGE ANNUAL CONFERENCE Does God Have Good News for Gays? Yes, Some Moral Acts Are Disordered—Here's Why – Catholic World Report Pontifex Minimus by Paul V. Mankowski | Articles | First Things Discernment in the Service of Friendship - Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

Special Podcast Highlight Are you boycotting companies like Target and Budweiser that are promoting the LGBT agenda? Patrick talks to Fred who believes that boycotting these companies is unwise because of how innocent workers are affected. Fred believes that this is the opposite of love. Patrick argues that boycotting is a way to make companies aware of their wrong decisions, particularly when it comes to corporate entities exploiting vulnerable people. Patrick also brings up concerns about companies promoting agendas that harm children. The conversation then shifts to a new caller named Ann, who shares her personal experience with her daughter identifying as non-binary. She expresses the suffering and division it has caused within her family. Ann discusses her involvement with ministries like Courage International which is focused on the Catholic approach to same-sex attractions, and she explains her perspective on not supporting her daughter's decision due to her concern for perpetuating a false identity. Patrick agrees with Ann's viewpoint and emphasizes the importance of speaking the truth out of love. Ann also asks for prayers for reconciliation and healing in her family.

Marriage Hour:  Father Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of Courage International, joins Trending with Timmerie discussing the universal call to holiness (3:47) and responding to the claim “love is love” in a pro LGBTQ culture. (19:19)  How to Choose a wife with the insights of Saint John Chrysostom. (34:47) Resources mentioned :    Catholic Psychotherapy Association  https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/  Courage International  & EnCourage – for Catholics who experience same sex attraction  https://couragerc.org/

W najnowszym odcinku naszego podcast'u zapraszamy serdecznie do rozmowy o duszpasterskim towarzyszeniu osobom o skłonnościach homoseksualnych. O zauważaniu drugiego człowieka, próbie zrozumienia a nie wykluczenia i poprowadzeniu w drodze do świętości – która jest celem nas wszystkich - rozmawiamy z o. dr Witem Chlondowskim OFM.   Duszpasterstwo Courage International https://couragerc.org/ Podręcznik Courage International wersja polska https://couragerc.org/2020-handbook-2/polish-handbook/

Guest host Brooke Taylor is joined by her guest Paul Darrow, a former male model living an openly gay lifestyle and atheist who had a conversion. He is now a devoted faithful Catholic, celibate and does ministry work for Courage International.

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 51-52 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily Reading Guide here: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/advent-2022-podcast-study-series/For those who are interested in hosting this study, please email info@endowgroups.org for more information on how to host an Endow Study!Fr. Paul N. Check was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT in 1997.  He holds an STB from the Gregorian University and an STL from the University of the Holy Cross.  Fr.Check has taught courses in fundamental moral theology, sexual and medical ethics, Christian anthropology, the Beatitudes, and the Parables.  For twelve years, he taught a two-week moral theology course annually to St. Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, and more recently, he has taught regularly for the Augustine Institute, and for FOCUS.  He has given several retreats and days of recollection to diocesan clergy, religious, and seminarians.  Fr. Check earned a BA in history and political science from Rice University in 1981, after which he served as an officer in the US Marine Corps for nine years, and prior to entering seminary.  He has been a parish priest and a high school chaplain.  From 2008-2016, Fr Check was the Executive Director of Courage International, presenting to clergy in many dioceses the Church's teaching on homosexuality and her pastoral response.  Fr. Check was then assigned as the Rector of the St John Fisher Seminary in the Diocese of Bridgeport for four years, during which time he also served as director of ongoing priestly formation.  On August 15, 2020 and with the permission of his Bishop, he was appointed the Executive Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, WI, by His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, and Shrine's Board of Directors.Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 25-37 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 25-37 are covered in Chapter 6 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily Reading Guide here: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/advent-2022-podcast-study-series/For those who are interested in hosting this study, please email info@endowgroups.org for more information on how to host an Endow Study!Fr. Paul N. Check was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT in 1997.  He holds an STB from the Gregorian University and an STL from the University of the Holy Cross.  Fr.Check has taught courses in fundamental moral theology, sexual and medical ethics, Christian anthropology, the Beatitudes, and the Parables.  For twelve years, he taught a two-week moral theology course annually to St. Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, and more recently, he has taught regularly for the Augustine Institute, and for FOCUS.  He has given several retreats and days of recollection to diocesan clergy, religious, and seminarians.  Fr. Check earned a BA in history and political science from Rice University in 1981, after which he served as an officer in the US Marine Corps for nine years, and prior to entering seminary.  He has been a parish priest and a high school chaplain.  From 2008-2016, Fr Check was the Executive Director of Courage International, presenting to clergy in many dioceses the Church's teaching on homosexuality and her pastoral response.  Fr. Check was then assigned as the Rector of the St John Fisher Seminary in the Diocese of Bridgeport for four years, during which time he also served as director of ongoing priestly formation.  On August 15, 2020 and with the permission of his Bishop, he was appointed the Executive Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, WI, by His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, and Shrine's Board of Directors.Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 25-37 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 25-37 are covered in Chapter 6 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily Reading Guide here: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/advent-2022-podcast-study-series/For those who are interested in hosting this study, please email info@endowgroups.org for more information on how to host an Endow Study!Fr. Paul N. Check was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT in 1997.  He holds an STB from the Gregorian University and an STL from the University of the Holy Cross.  Fr.Check has taught courses in fundamental moral theology, sexual and medical ethics, Christian anthropology, the Beatitudes, and the Parables.  For twelve years, he taught a two-week moral theology course annually to St. Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, and more recently, he has taught regularly for the Augustine Institute, and for FOCUS.  He has given several retreats and days of recollection to diocesan clergy, religious, and seminarians.   Fr. Check earned a BA in history and political science from Rice University in 1981, after which he served as an officer in the US Marine Corps for nine years, and prior to entering seminary.  He has been a parish priest and a high school chaplain.  From 2008-2016, Fr Check was the Executive Director of Courage International, presenting to clergy in many dioceses the Church's teaching on homosexuality and her pastoral response.  Fr. Check was then assigned as the Rector of the St John Fisher Seminary in the Diocese of Bridgeport for four years, during which time he also served as director of ongoing priestly formation.  On August 15, 2020 and with the permission of his Bishop, he was appointed the Executive Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, WI, by His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, and Shrine's Board of Directors.Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 7-24 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 7-24 are covered in Chapters 2-5 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily Reading Guide here: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/advent-2022-podcast-study-series/For those who are interested in hosting this study, please email info@endowgroups.org for more information on how to host an Endow Study!Fr. Paul N. Check was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT in 1997.  He holds an STB from the Gregorian University and an STL from the University of the Holy Cross.  Fr.Check has taught courses in fundamental moral theology, sexual and medical ethics, Christian anthropology, the Beatitudes, and the Parables.  For twelve years, he taught a two-week moral theology course annually to St. Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, and more recently, he has taught regularly for the Augustine Institute, and for FOCUS.  He has given several retreats and days of recollection to diocesan clergy, religious, and seminarians.   Fr. Check earned a BA in history and political science from Rice University in 1981, after which he served as an officer in the US Marine Corps for nine years, and prior to entering seminary.  He has been a parish priest and a high school chaplain.  From 2008-2016, Fr Check was the Executive Director of Courage International, presenting to clergy in many dioceses the Church's teaching on homosexuality and her pastoral response.  Fr. Check was then assigned as the Rector of the St John Fisher Seminary in the Diocese of Bridgeport for four years, during which time he also served as director of ongoing priestly formation.  On August 15, 2020 and with the permission of his Bishop, he was appointed the Executive Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, WI, by His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, and Shrine's Board of Directors. Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 1-6 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 1-6 are covered in Chapter 1 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily Reading Guide here: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/advent-2022-podcast-study-series/For those who are interested in hosting this study, please email info@endowgroups.org for more information on how to host an Endow Study!Fr. Paul N. Check was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT in 1997.  He holds an STB from the Gregorian University and an STL from the University of the Holy Cross.  Fr.Check has taught courses in fundamental moral theology, sexual and medical ethics, Christian anthropology, the Beatitudes, and the Parables.  For twelve years, he taught a two-week moral theology course annually to St. Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, and more recently, he has taught regularly for the Augustine Institute, and for FOCUS.  He has given several retreats and days of recollection to diocesan clergy, religious, and seminarians.  Fr. Check earned a BA in history and political science from Rice University in 1981, after which he served as an officer in the US Marine Corps for nine years, and prior to entering seminary.  He has been a parish priest and a high school chaplain.  From 2008-2016, Fr Check was the Executive Director of Courage International, presenting to clergy in many dioceses the Church's teaching on homosexuality and her pastoral response.  Fr. Check was then assigned as the Rector of the St John Fisher Seminary in the Diocese of Bridgeport for four years, during which time he also served as director of ongoing priestly formation.  On August 15, 2020 and with the permission of his Bishop, he was appointed the Executive Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, WI, by His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, and Shrine's Board of Directors.Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

Fr. Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of Courage International, and Theresa Farnan of the Person and Identity Project explore the pressing need for Catholic pastoral care for transgender issues with Mary Rice Hasson. Colin Donovan discusses the series with Jack Williams.

Fr. Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of Courage International, and Theresa Farnan of the Person and Identity Project explore the pressing need for Catholic pastoral care for transgender issues with Mary Rice Hasson. Colin Donovan discusses the series with Jack Williams.

Fr. Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of Courage International, and Theresa Farnan of the Person and Identity Project explore the pressing need for Catholic pastoral care for transgender issues with Mary Rice Hasson. Colin Donovan discusses the series with Jack Williams.

Oct 20, 2022 - After nine years as an officer with the US Marine Corps, Fr Paul Check entered the seminary and became a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport. He holds advanced degrees in moral theology, which he taught to the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta and at the Augustine Institute. Fr Check has served as Executive Director of Courage International, Rector of St John Fisher Seminary, and now Executive Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, WI.   Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine: https://www.guadalupeshrine.org  Links to download the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listen  

Hugh Brown, President of American Life League, joins Trending with Timmerie to discuss practical tips to empower dads to lead their families, love their children, and know the challenges children face from LGBTQ gender ideology to abortion and sexual promiscuity (5:30). The importance of reading and the outdoors for children (27:49). Feast of St. Clare – the inspiring story of loving one another as St. Clare and St. Francis of Assisi (31:39). How do you spice up your wardrobe/cosmetics on a budget?  What are clean makeup brands that don't disrupt the endocrine system or impact autoimmune disorders (36:50)? Timmerie shares if she is having a baby boy or girl (42:30). Tips to eat healthy on a budget with rising cost of groceries inflation (46:20).    Resources mentioned :    American Life League https://www.all.org/    Courage International – support for Catholics experiencing same sex attraction  https://couragerc.org/   Medication Abortion Accounts for Most Abortions – Ru-486  https://www.guttmacher.org/article/2022/02/medication-abortion-now-accounts-more-half-all-us-abortions   Think Dirty App – Are your Cosmetics Healthy & Safe?   https://thinkdirtyapp.com/    Healthy Makeup Brands – 100% Pure  – Beauty Counter    Book Saints in Love  http://thecrossroadpublishingcompany.com/product/saints-in-love/

Fr. Philip Bochanski, executive director of Courage International, talks about same sex attraction, what the Catholic Church does and does not teach about homosexuality, ways to accompany people in the LGBT community, and why it matters for those in the healthcare field. For more links and resources, visit: https://doctordoctor.org/episode275/ (https://doctordoctor.org/episode275/) ------ http://www.spokestreet.com/ (www.spokestreet.com) http://cathmed.org/ (www.cathmed.org) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctordoctorshow (@DoctorDoctorShow) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctordoctorshow/ (@DoctorDoctorShow) Subscribe: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/doctor-doctor/id1332074252 (iTunes) | https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/Ioa243ftcocd5mkjfmf2jgydy6e (Google Play) | https://open.spotify.com/show/7ajnGgx6NYQHIXQomR0PdQ (Spotify) | http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:377645513/sounds.rss (RSS)

Can you "pray the gay away"? Are members of the LGBTQ community welcome in the Catholic Church? What does God want for someone who identifies as transgender? What should I do if my child or friend comes out? We explore these important questions and more in the latest episode of the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show. Fr. Philip Bochanski lays out the Church's official teaching on homosexuality and transgenderism -- in terms the average Catholic can understand and articulate. Bochanski has served as Executive Director of Courage International since 2017. Before that, he was chaplain for the Courage apostolate in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for five years, then was appointed to the position of associate director in January 2015. An award-winning author, he has written and edited several books, audio series, and articles on various aspects of Church history, catechesis and spirituality. In 2019, Pope Francis awarded Father Bochanski the Cross Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice, given in recognition of “sustained and exceptional service” to the Church. Produced by The Seminaries of Saint Paul, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show shares stories and insights from those who lead with faith -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between. Learn more about Courage and Encourage: https://couragerc.org/ Learn more about The Seminaries of Saint Paul: https://semssp.org/

Tom Riello talks about how the Christian faith gets high grades for academic success. Clare Morrell discusses how the digital media is helping to shape the modern self and Fr Philip Bochanski shares about the mission of Courage International as well as his open letter to German Bishop, Cardinal Hollerich re the Catholic church's teaching on homosexuality. 

What does the Church teach about same-sex attraction? What does it look like for a Catholic who experiences same sex attraction? And what it looks like to live a life of virtue. http://www.patreon.com/thecatholicmanshow (Become a Patron! Over 40 interviews, a course with Karlo Broussard, a 10 part series on the domestic church, a course on fitness and virtue by Pat Flynn, and free thank you gifts for supporting the show!) https://selectinternationaltours.com/catholicmanshow/ () WE ARE PLANNING A TRIP TO IRELAND FOR 2022! WANT TO GO WITH US? WE ARE FINALIZING THE DETAILS. TO STAY UP-TO-DATE,  https://selectinternationaltours.com/catholicmanshow/ (Click here) About our drink: Hot coffee (no cream or sugar for two reasons: 1. https://exodus90.com/tcms/ (Exodus90) 2. You don't do that to coffee!) About our gear: N/A About the Topic: Bishop David Konderla, of the http://www.dioceseoftulsa.org (Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma), and Fr. Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of https://couragerc.org/ (Courage International), sit down to talk with us about same sex attraction, the Church, friendship, and a universal call to holiness. This episode is sponsored by: https://christcenteredcapital.com/ (CHRIST CENTERED CAPITAL) We point out what companies, organizations and charities are aligned with Christian Values, and which are not, so you can make morally informed decisions on what to do with your capital. https://christcenteredcapital.com/ (Use promo code TCMS2022 for a 1 month free subscription. ) https://christcenteredcapital.com/ ()   [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGwSV08awaE] http://exodus90.com/?utm_source=catholicmanshow&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=exodus90-2022&utm_content=catholicmanshow-email-1 (Exodus90) has started but Exodus Lent is just around the corner! March 2nd is Ash Wednesday, and over a billion people will start living different in some way. Maybe giving up chocolate or alcohol, or whatever. For a lot of Catholics, Lent is a time of finding the easiest way to “give something up”. But, at the end of those 40 days, did that sacrifice really make a difference? This year, there's a new opportunity out there specifically for men that will actually help you grow closer to God and become a better man. You've heard me talk about Exodus 90 — but let me tell you about Exodus Lent: a 40-day journey that will challenge you to dig a little deeper this year. If your first reaction is: “I'm absolutely not taking cold showers” well you're in luck: men who take on the Exodus Lent get to take warm showers, drink alcohol, and — when you're with others — watch TV and sports. But don't be fooled, this will still be a challenging 40 days of preparation for living the Christian life, for the rest of your life. Here's how it works: First — Over the 40 days of Lent, men commit to daily prayer, setting aside a minimum of 20 minutes to spend with the Lord. Each day includes a scripture reading and reflection written to help men better understand, grow in, and live virtue. Second — More than just giving up chocolate, men take up a range of disciplines and sacrifices for the season of Lent. Sweets, snacks, social media, are all gone. Third — Men commit to a fraternity of 5-7 men. Each week, the fraternity meets to pray together, check in, hold each other accountable and encourage one another. On Easter Sunday, you'll walk away with a new and lasting understanding of what it means to live the full Christian life. Chocolate bunnies and all. Sign up now at http://exodus90.com/ (Exodus90.com) TIME CODES: If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things almost every episode:1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage – Minutes 1-12.2.) Highlight a man gear – Minutes 12-24.3.) Have a manly conversation – Minutes 24-48If you haven't listened to The Catholic Man Show...

2/15/22 - A former atheist, gay activist and international model, Paul Darrow is now a faith-filled international Catholic speaker who embraces chastity and shares with others his message of hope and of God's loving grace. Paul is featured in the Film Desire of the Everlasting Hills, a film about navigating the waters of self-understanding, faith and homosexuality.   Desire of the Everlasting Hills: everlastinghills.org Courage International: couragerc.org Catholic Speakers Organization: catholicspeakers.com Contact Paul Darrow directly: paul@everlastinghills.org

Hour 3 of The Drew Mariani Show on 1-27-22 Joe Grabowski tells us about the modern world embracing Polyamory Father Colin Blatchford enlightens us to programs like Courage International and EnCourage International, which help gay or gender questioning children to understand how they are loved, and in turn, how to love others well

To help us with the potentially tough conversations about gay marriage and same-sex attraction this Thanksgiving we welcome back Fr Phillip Bochanski of Courage International. Courage International Does God Have Good News for Gays? Fr. Robert McTeigue, SJ  speaks at Courage Conference  

The Catholic Church's teaching on same-sex attraction is often misunderstood. In this episode, Father Jacob Koether discusses some of these misconceptions, and how the church can minister to those who experience same-sex attraction, and those who love them. E-mail Father Jacob at courage@victoriadiocese.org. Visit the Courage International website at https://couragerc.org. View this interview in video format on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WpeFp8dRX84

Conversation with Fr. Philip Bochanski, executive director of Courage International about understanding the Church's teaching on same sex attraction and the pastoral care of those who experience such attractions.

Fr. Phillip Bochanski joins Fr. Josh to talk all about same-sex attraction and how the Catholic Church ministers to people who experience same-sex attraction so they can live in the freedom of Christ's love. Fr. Phillip Bochanski is the Executive Director of Courage International, an apostolate that provides pastoral support in the form of spiritual guidance, community prayer support, and fellowship for people who experience same-sex attraction. Snippet From the Show " God has a plan for our lives, which includes a plan for our body, our hearts, and our relationships." Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh's shownotes or go to www.AscensionPress.com/askfatherjosh Submit your questions and feedback to Fr.Josh by filling out a form at www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh

Fr. Philip Bochanski Executive Director, Courage International discusses the recent National Catholic Register article regarding the needs of transgender children. Joan Lewis gives an update on all the Vatican news.

We welcome back Fr Bochanski of Courage International to discuss resources for those with same-sex attraction and gender discordance. Courage International A Turning Pont Courage Events Courage on Twitter    

Modern culture seeks to label people by "gender identity" and "sexual orientation." But human beings -- made in the image and likeness of God -- are far more dimensional and complex than their sexual inclinations. Father Philip Bochanski, executive director of Courage International, shares with producer Gina Christian how the God-given gift of sexuality enables us to realize "how we're made, and how we're called to love in imitation of Christ." Through the Courage apostolate, same-sex attracted persons can open themselves to God's grace, which empowers all the faithful to steward their sexuality through the virtue of chastity.

5/11/21 - Hudson Byblow speaks in the USA and Canada about human sexuality, in accordance with Pope JPII's Theology of the Body, in a way that is engaging, unifying, and personalized. He has consulted for Catholic Answers, LifeTeen, and Courage International, and his articles have appeared on Chastity Project, National Catholic Register, Ascension Press, One Peter Five, CRISIS Magazine, and Catholic World Report, among many other notable websites. He has been a consultant/editor for 12 books, and regularly presents at Clergy Study Days and Educational Conferences. Hudson joins the show today to share his personal testimony with us.

Am I gay? Patrick and John interview Fr. Colin Blatchford, associate director of Courage International, tackling the question of gender identity and same-sex relationships. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/catholiclatenight/message

Fr. Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of Courage International, about accompaniment and same-sex attraction. Then Kara joins us to start our journey through Dr. Edward Sri’s Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love, with detours through Sex and the City and the Supreme Court. You know, like you’d expect. Episode Notes: https://www.marriageuniqueforareason.org/2021/03/05/made-for-love-ep-60-accompaniment-and-same-sex-attraction/

Fr. Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of Courage International, about accompaniment and same-sex attraction. Then Kara joins us to start our journey through Dr. Edward Sri’s Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love, with detours through Sex and the City and the Supreme Court. You know, like you’d expect. Episode notes

On this episode: Paul Darrow shares his story. At one point, over 90 percent of Paul's friends died of AIDS. Paul was an international male fashion model living a life of extraordinary decadence. He traveled all over the world, rubbing shoulders with some of the world's wealthiest and most influential people.  Then, an unlikely encounter with a nun wearing an eye patch changed his life forever.   Paul's story is about living and learning, grieving, healing, and the magnanimous mercy of God.    Click here to see the movie Desire of the Everlasting Hills Click here for Courage International.  Click here for EnCourage, a a ministry within Courage dedicated to the spiritual needs of parents, siblings, children, and other relatives and friends of persons who have same-sex attractions.   Click here to reserve a spot on pilgrimage (and save!) with Select International Tours. 

On this episode of Searching for More, Father Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, Pastor of St. James Catholic Church and member and former Chairman of the Board of Courage International discusses issues of sexuality and gender identity in light of the truth revealed in Church teaching. Hear Father Scalia point to Church teaching on the human person and the dignity of the human body and offer insight into how this guides our understanding of gender identity. This episode’s host is Billy Atwell, Chief Communications Officer, Catholic Diocese of Arlington.  For more information visit the USCCB's website at https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/marriage/promotion-and-defense-of-marriage/upload/Gender-Ideology-Select-Teaching-Resources.pdf Courage International: https://couragerc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Papal-and-Curial-Docs-on-Gender-Theory-updated-Apr2015.pdf

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This week we offer the powerful testimony of Paul Darrow, a victim of the Sexual Revolution whose transformed life has given hope to many entangled in same-sex attraction. Paul moved to Manhattan immediately after graduating college and became an international fashion model, a pleasure-seeker, and an atheist. His former hedonistic life, glamorous career, and ties to high society have provided him with invaluable insight into today’s alternative lifestyles. But Jesus changed his life forever. Shortly after converting to Catholicism, Paul was surprised to find himself being filmed as a subject for the award-winning movie Desire of the Everlasting Hills, which won the JP2 Film Festival Award. Paul's conversion story is so powerful that he was invited to speak at the Angelicum in Rome, where he pleaded with Cardinals and other clergy to defend and propagate the teachings of the Catholic Church on homosexuality. Paul has appeared on EWTN and is a frequent guest on talk radio from coast to coast. Whether giving presentations to high school and college students, priests, seminarians, penitentiary inmates or Catholic groups across the U.S. and in Europe, Paul shares his unusual testimony in order to be a living example that God’s grace is more powerful than even the greatest of human temptations. Resources Desire of the Everlasting Hills movie, everlastinghills.org Courage International, couragerc.org One Minute Apologist (videos, testimonies, and answers), oneminuteapologist.com quote from psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Capron: "Homosexuality by definition is not healthy and wholesome. The homosexual person, at best, will be unhappier and more unfulfilled than the sexually normal person." Action Items Keep the lines of communication open with loved ones struggling with same-sex attraction. Do not close those doors. Stay friends, and let them know you love them unconditionally. Check out the movie Desire of the Everlasting Hills at everlastinghills.org Read and share (post!) the stories at changedmovement.com/ If you struggle with same-sex attraction, visit Courage International: couragerc.org

Executive Director of https://couragerc.org/ (Courage International), Fr. Philip Bochanski, joins us live from the https://usml.edu/ (University of St. Mary of the Lake) in Mundelein, IL to talk about the virtue of hope. This episode on the virtue of hope is sponsored by https://www.covenanteyes.com/ (Covenant Eyes). Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting you and your family from the dangers of the internet. Join us on http://www.patreon.com/thecatholicmanshow (Patreon). There are a lot of great shows to support out there. Please know 100% of your support to TCMS goes directly back into the show. We would love to continue having guests in studio, but in order to do that, we need your support. Consider donating $10/mo and join other men striving to live the virtuous life. About our drink: We recorded on campus and consequently, we were not allowed to have an alcoholic beverage this evening. About the gear: https://www.amazon.com/Virtue-Hope-Confidence-Lead-Heaven-ebook/dp/B07Q761DTM (The Virtue of Hope: How Confidence in God can Lead You to Heaven by Fr. Philip Bonchanski) The Virtue of Hope is excellent spiritual reading for everyone, an instruction manual for how to grow in hope and in bravery in the face of life's challenges. It is a clarion call that hope must not be merely theoretical, but must “lead us to a deeper relationship with God, an encounter with the One who loves us and calls us to friendship with Himself.” About our topic: We try to lay out what hope is but also shows how we can exercise this theological virtue, through being daring, changing our ways, serving the Lord, struggling, suffering, and praying. We examine how hope directs us to our ultimate goal of life with God and gives us the strength and perseverance to attain it. About our guest: Father Philip G. Bochanski, a native of suburban Philadelphia, was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in 1999.  In addition to several parish assignments, he has served as a high school teacher, chaplain for cloistered nuns, and spiritual director for seminarians. In 2017, he was appointed the executive director of Courage International, an apostolate that provides pastoral care to men and women who experience same-sex attractions and have chosen to live a chaste life.  He is an award-winning author, and has published several articles, books and audio lecture series on such topics as Church history, spirituality and pastoral care. Drinking: NA Gear: https://www.amazon.com/Virtue-Hope-Confidence-Lead-Heaven-ebook/dp/B07Q761DTM (The Virtue of Hope) Discussing the Theological Virtue of Hope If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things almost every episode: TIME CODES: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage – Minutes 1-12. 2.) Highlight a man gear – Minutes 12-24. 3.) Have a manly conversation – Minutes 24-48. If you haven't listened to The Catholic Man Show before, check out our previous episodes https://thecatholicmanshow.com/episodes/ (here). Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5MhmMZZhEnrapVYUIkFHLg?view_as=subscriber ( YouTube channel) to watch past episodes. Want to help The Catholic Man Show? By giving us a rating on https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catholic-man-show/id1128843873?mt=2 (iTunes, it helps others find the show.) Want to say up with The Catholic Man Show? Sign up for our mailing list: http://www.thecatholicmanshow.com/manly (Click Here) Looking for a prayer to pray with your wife? https://thecatholicmanshow.com/blog/looking-for-a-prayer-to-pray-with-your-wife-print-this-off-and-start-praying/ (Check this blog out.) Are you getting our emails? Sign up for our (almost) monthly newsletter where we give you all bacon content – never spam.  http://thecatholicmanshow.com/manly/ (SIGN UP HERE:) https://thecatholicmanshow.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/tcms-email-ss.png () Support this podcast

In this episode, Jason and Dr. Bulzacchelli talk with Lyle about Courage International. Lyle is the chapter leader for Courage in Nashville, TN. We discuss: - What is Courage - What are the 5 principles of Courage - What is shame and what do we do with it - What is Encourage - What separates Courage from other "ministries" - What is "acceptance" mean - Chastity and Freedom - What are some resources offered by Courage - What is the difference between celibacy and chastity

Following a presentation to the priests and deacons of the Diocese of Tulsa, Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien share what they learned from Fr. Philip Bochanski, Executive Director of Courage International, the Catholic Church's official outreach to men and women who experience same sex attraction.   

Support this podcast here: www.patrickcoffin.media/donate.   Comment below or on our Facebook page  "Like" us on Facebook HERE Sign up to the waiting list for our upcoming premium site Coffin Nation. You'll be the first to be notified! Tweet to Patrick HERE   This special episode is made from three sit-down interviews I did at the recent 50th Anniversary of Humanae Vitae conference in Ontario, CA. I spoke with three experts in diverse fields, all with one thing in common: the ability to clearly describe why contraception is wrong and how to communicate that truth to others. Dr. Christopher Kaczor, PhD, is professor of philosophy at Loyola-Marymount University in Los Angeles. He spoke to me about the child as good—a great good. Seems odd to have to say that out loud, but this is where we’re at as a society and a Church. Kaczor delivered on the moral philosophy aspect of Humanae Vitae. Dr. George Delgado, MD, is medical director of Culture of Life Family Health Care in San Diego. He is also a Natural Family Planning Medical Consultant trained in NaProTECHNOLOGY and is board certified in family medicine as well as hospice and palliative medicine. Dr. Delgado also developed the abortion pill reversal medication. I’ve interviewed him many times on Catholic Answers Live. Our interview focused on the difference NFP makes in marriage. Father Paul Check, former executive director of Courage International and now rector of St. John Fisher Seminary in Bridgeport, CT, spoke to me about a little-made connection: that between dissent from HV and the rise of the homosexualist movement. Where else are you going to hear this content?   In this episode you will learn: A simple way to explain why kids are the fruit and crown of marriage, which is true even if some couples are infertile How moral philosophy helps explain why contraception is wrong The difference between contraception and NFP (natural family planning) A family doctor’s perspective on the emotional and spiritual health benefits of NFP How the rejection of the Church’s teaching on contraception led to societal acceptance of homosexuality Why straight couples who contracept have no logical basis to reject “gay” “marriage”   Resources recommended in this episode: Life Issues, Medical Choices: Questions and Answers for Catholics by Christopher Kazcor and Janet Smith A Defense of Dignity: Creating Life, Destroying Life, and Protecting the Rights of Conscience by Dr. Christopher Kazcor Desire of the Everlasting Hills documentary movie (free to watch)   Question of the week How can I grow in my understanding of the teaching on birth control and better share it with others?

Today's guest is the Executive Director of Courage International, Fr Paul Check. Information about Courage can be found at their website http://couragerc.org/

Today's guest is the Executive Director of Courage International, Fr Paul Check. Information about Courage can be found at their website http://couragerc.org/

(August 12, 2015) Dr J is at the Courage Conference in Plymouth, Michigan (near Detroit), where spoke with Teresa Tomeo of Catholic Connection. Teresa is interviewing Dr J and Father Paul Check, head of Courage International, the Catholic Church's ministry to persons dealing with same sex attraction. They discuss how to work as a force for healing in the midst of all the sexual pressure our culture applies.