Podcasts about theology of the body

“Is Gen Z embracing Theology of the Body?” This question opens a discussion on whether younger generations are accepting this teaching for the right reasons. The conversation also touches on the Church’s stance on tattoos, the implications of cohabitation while engaged, and responses to differing views on sexuality from other faith perspectives. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:55 – Are Gen Z accepting Theology of the Body for the wrong reasons? 05:30 – What is the theology of the body all about? 17:10 – What is the Church teaching on tattoos? 22:22 – I'm in OCIA, engaged and am cohabiting but abstaining. Can you explain to me what the Church thinks about this? 37:49 – I visited a protestant church and the pastor said that sex is for pleasure but is only to be expressed within marriage. What’s the Catholic response to this? 46:10 – I left the Catholic faith and now have daughters in high school. I have to be realistic, and have to put them on birth control because we don't want them to get pregnant in high school.

“Are Gen Z understanding Theology of the Body?” This question opens a discussion on whether younger generations are embracing this teaching for the right reasons. The conversation also touches on the Church’s stance on tattoos, the implications of cohabitation while engaged, and responses to differing views on sexuality from other faith perspectives. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:55 – Are Gen Z accepting Theology of the Body for the wrong reasons? 05:30 – What is the theology of the body all about? 17:10 – What is the Church teaching on tattoos? 22:22 – I'm in OCIA, engaged and am cohabiting but abstaining. Can you explain to me what the Church thinks about this? 37:49 – I visited a protestant church and the pastor said that sex is for pleasure but is only to be expressed within marriage. What’s the Catholic response to this? 46:10 – I left the Catholic faith and now have daughters in high school. I have to be realistic, and have to put them on birth control because we don't want them to get pregnant in high school.

The Art of the Table: Part 3 - Theology of the Body - Pastor Andrew DamazioThis week, Pastor Andrew explored what Scripture teaches about our bodies, sex, and God's design, challenging us to rethink how we understand and steward the bodies God has given us.WE FOUND A BUILDING! We believe in Portland, and we're here to stay. Be part of the vision as we step forward together.Pledge/Give Today: https://donate.overflow.co/rosechurch/pledge/buildingWant to connect more with Rose Church? Find more information at https://www.rosechurch.org and give at - https://www.rosechurch.org/giveMake sure to subscribe so you don't miss more incredible sermons like this one or previous series like “Life in the Spirit” or “One Another” from Pastor Andrew Damazio, Dr. AJ Swoboda, Pastor Julia Damazio and many other incredible pastors!Thanks for listening!

Courtney Brown, Executive Director of the Ruah Woods Institute, joins the Son Rise Morning Show to explore the influence of St. Bernard of Clairvaux on the Church's understanding of the Song of Songs and its connection to St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. They discuss the profound bridal imagery of Christ and His Church, the meaning of the human body as a sign of God's love, and the connection between the Song of Songs and Ephesians 5. Courtney also explains how St. Bernard's emphasis on the gift of self helps illuminate John Paul II's teaching on marriage, human sexuality, and ultimately Christ's total self-gift on the Cross.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Jeannine Peters Jeannine Peters is a certified spiritual director with an MA in Religion and Religious Education from Providence College and an MA in Theology from The Catholic University of America. She is certified in Theology of the Body through the Theology of the Body Institute, trained in Unbound Healing Prayer through Heart of the Father Ministries, and holds a certificate in Spiritual Direction from Divine Mercy University. Jeannine lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and their two daughters. A Story Shaped by "The Hound of Heaven" Jeannine opens up about how Francis Thompson's classic poem "The Hound of Heaven" became the lens through which she understands her own faith journey — a soul running from God, only to be relentlessly, patiently pursued by Him until she finally surrendered. Growing Up in Chaos, Finding God in Lourdes Jeannine shares candidly about growing up in an alcoholic, emotionally abusive household, and how a spontaneous, unplanned visit to Lourdes, France set the stage for one of the most significant turning points in her life — an unplanned pregnancy in her mid-to-late twenties that ultimately drew her back to God. Healing Through Theology of the Body and ACA Jeannine describes how studying Theology of the Body helped her understand her worth and dignity intellectually, while Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) gave her the practical tools to actually live out that healing — teaching her how to be authentically herself with God, her husband, and her children. A Miraculous Reunion Thirty-one years after placing her birth daughter for adoption, Jeannine shares the incredible story of how her daughter reached out, and how God orchestrated an unplanned meeting in the same state at the same time — allowing Jeannine to hold her daughter for the first time since birth, on her daughter's birthday. Her Message of Hope Jeannine closes with an encouraging word for anyone struggling to trust God: He is faithful, He never gives up on us, and He meets us exactly where we are, even in our smallest steps of surrender. Learn more about Jeannine and her ministry at jeanninepeters.com #CatholicWomenNow #JeanninePeters #HoundOfHeaven #TheologyOfTheBody #CatholicAdoption #BirthMother #AdoptiveMother #SpiritualDirector #UnboundPrayer #CatholicFaithJourney #CatholicPodcast #IowaCatholicRadio Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on our website.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:Sunday Dive with Katie PatrizioMan Up! with Joe StopulosCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrBe Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián MoncadaMaking it Personal with Bishop William JoensenFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleThe Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & DevotionsThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Daily Mass from St. Francis of AssisiThe Daily Mass from St. Pius XThe Daily Mass from St. TheresaSunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to Christ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Meet Sam Halligan Sam Halligan is the city director of Forge in Des Moines, Iowa. A Des Moines native (Saint Pius X and Dowling Catholic) who spent a decade serving with the young-adult mission Damascus, Sam and his wife, Whitney, recently moved back home with their kids. He shares the John 2:5 verse — "Do whatever he tells you" — that has anchored his marriage and their mission-driven family. What Is Forge? Forge is an on-the-ground movement of small groups dedicated to strengthening families by focusing on men. Sam breaks down Forge's guiding acronym, TAU (Thriving, Apostolic, Orthodox), and explains why reaching the heart of fathers changes the spiritual trajectory of an entire household. Since launching in late 2023, Forge has grown to 55 small groups across the Des Moines area — open to men of any faith background. Redefining Authentic Masculinity Julie and Chris dig into words like authority, dominance, and patriarch — terms the culture often paints as toxic. Sam makes the case for redeeming them, tracing masculinity back to Genesis, where Adam is called to till, keep, and protect the garden. He argues true masculine strength looks like Christ's: powerful, but exercised in humility and service. How Wives Can Support Their Husbands' Leadership Drawing on Edward Sri's book Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love, Sam and the hosts talk about the mutual responsibility spouses have to help each other flourish. Sam encourages women to offer affirmation rather than critique as husbands grow in their faith leadership, and Julie and Chris share personal stories of learning to trust their husbands' God-given roles. Upcoming Forge Events Forge Hog Roast — Friday, July 31, 2026, at Wills Family Orchard in Adel, Iowa. A couples' night with a spit-roasted hog, cigars, drinks, a bonfire, and live music. Heart of the Mission Retreat — October 15, 2026, a three-night retreat at Creighton University Retreat Center in Griswold, Iowa, limited to 65 men, featuring extended confession, adoration, and daily Mass. Forge Men's Conference — February 27, 2027, drawing roughly 1,500 men to Des Moines. Learn more and register at Forge Events Catholic Women Now airs on IowaCatholicRadio.com and wherever you listen to podcasts. #CatholicWomenNow #Forge #AuthenticMasculinity #CatholicMen #CatholicFatherhood #DesMoinesCatholic #IowaCatholicRadio #CatholicPodcast #TheologyOfTheBody #ChristianMasculinity #MensMinistry #CatholicFaith #CatholicMarriage     Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on our website.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:Sunday Dive with Katie PatrizioMan Up! with Joe StopulosCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrBe Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián MoncadaMaking it Personal with Bishop William JoensenFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleThe Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & DevotionsThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Daily Mass from St. Francis of AssisiThe Daily Mass from St. Pius XThe Daily Mass from St. TheresaSunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to Christ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Koeppel hosts Harry Fitzgerald and Helen Vysotska to preview a weekend Theology of the Body Conference at St. Teresa's Carmelite Church in Dublin, exploring St. John Paul II's teaching on human dignity, masculinity, femininity, and vocation. Helen recounts discovering Christopher West's Theology of the Body for Beginners during her UCD years, while Harry discusses […] L'articolo Body Talk – Theology of the Body Conference Preview – Nick Koeppel, Helen Vysotska & Harry Fitzgerald proviene da Radio Maria.

Nick Koeppel is joined by Michael Villanueva, Executive Director of the John Paul II Center for Theology of the Body in Phoenix, Arizona, who traces his encounter with the theology of the body to a semester studying abroad in Austria — and, more precisely, to being invited into his professor's home, where the theology was […] L'articolo Body Talk – Theology of the Body in Practice – Nick Koeppel and Katrina Zeno proviene da Radio Maria.

This week's re-run episode is one of my favorites! I'm joined by Jackie Francois Angel for a conversation about relationships, dating, love, and living out the virtue of chastity in today's world.Jackie shares wisdom from her own journey, practical advice for navigating relationships with purpose, and encouragement for anyone seeking to love authentically and pursue holiness. Can't wait for you to listen (or listen again!)Follow Jackie on Instagram------Episode SponsorsCrunchi - crunchi.com/mariwagnerWest Coast Catholic - westcoastcatholic.co------Follow Along:Ever Be Podcast InstagramMari Wagner Instagram West Coast Catholic Instagram

Are you ready to learn more about the theology of the body? Where to even begin? Who is the theology of the body actually for? What terms do we need to know in order to understand it?Today's episode is part IV of a series on the theology of the body with guests Chris O'Neill, Director of the Office of Marriage and Family Life for the Archdiocese of New Orleans, and Trey Weaver, Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. With Jillian, they'll suggest some resources, texts, and videos to start with or use on your journey of diving deeper into the theology of the body!And don't forget to email your questions to info@springsinthedesert.org!Links:Part I: Getting Started With Theology of the BodyPart II: What does "Theology of the Body" even mean?Part III: What Jesus' Body Teaches Us About Our SufferingJohn Paul II, Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body Theology of the Body ExplainedPaul VI, Humanae VitaeKarol Wojtyła, Love and Responsibility John Paul II, Familiaris ConsortioJohn Paul II, Mulieris DignitatemJohn Paul II, Dives in MisericordiaPaul VI, Gaudium et SpesPaul VI, Lumen GentiumEdward Sri, Men, Women, & The Mystery of LovePatricia Polacco, Luba and The WrenMichael O'Brien, Island of the WorldSigrid Undset, Kristin LavransdatterSheldon Vanauken, A Severe MercyOther resources: The Passion of Christ in the GospelsMoana (2016)Lion KingLife is Beautiful (1997)Babette's Feast (1987)

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What does the theology of the body have to teach us about bodily suffering? What do Jesus' wounds have to do with our wounds? What can we learn from the theology of the body about abandoning ourselves to the will of God?Today's episode is part III of a series on the theology of the body with guests Chris O'Neill, Director of the Office of Marriage and Family Life for the Archdiocese of New Orleans, and Trey Weaver, Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. With Jillian, they'll explore what theology of the body has to teach us as we walk the path of infertility.Links:Part I: Getting Started With The Theology of The BodyPart II: What Does Theology of the Body Even Mean?John Paul II, Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body Karol Wojtyła, Love and Responsibility

What does it mean to be a human person? What does love actually look like? What does the body reveal to us about God and the meaning of life?Theology of the Body isn't just about sex. It's about what it means to be human.In this episode, we explore some of the foundational ideas that St. John Paul II returns to again and again in his catechesis. We introduce key themes including the dignity of the body, the meaning of love, JPII's famous claim that the opposite of love isn't hate: it's use.This podcast relies 100% on the generosity of listeners. If you have found these episodes helpful and would like to support the future of Crash Course Catholicism, please consider donating via the following links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate via PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact the podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.caitlinwest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠References and further reading/listening/viewing:St. John Paul II:Theology of the BodyLove and ResponsibilityRedemptor HominisTheology of the Body in Simple Language⁠Gaudium et SpesPope Paul VI, Humanae Vitae⁠Theology of the Body InstituteChristopher West: "⁠What Is the Theology of the Body? | Introduction to Theology of the Body⁠"Our Bodies Tell God's StoryGood News About Sex and MarriageThe Ask Christopher West Podcast"This is the Opposite of Love"Fr Mike Schmitz, Theology of the Body Crash Course (pdf)Theology of the Body Crash Course (video)The Thomistic Institute, "Theology of the Body: An Overview"St Paul Centre, "⁠What's the Point of Theology of the Body? Dr. Scott Hahn Explains⁠"

Thank you for lending us your ears and your heart! We are opening June with a conversation centered on Fatherhood and the family. For most of this month we will be exploring what it means to be created for relationship, responsibility and love that reflects God's own heart. To help us begin that journey the team will be joined by Lafayette, LA business owner Todd Citron. Todd is a husband and father who recently began his journey through Theology of the Body and in this episode he brings a fresh, honest curiosity to our discussion on fatherhood and the family. Topics that will be covered during the show, the meaning of fatherhood, the challenges facing families today and how TOB can offer clarity, encouragement and even a few surprises.

What does the theology of the body even mean? From it, what can we learn about Christ's body, and about God Himself? What does Christ's body tell us about who we are, and about our own capacity to love? What do our bodies tell us about what we were created for?Today's episode is part II of a series on the theology of the body with guests Chris O'Neill, Director of the Office of Marriage and Family Life for the Archdiocese of New Orleans, and Trey Weaver, Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. With Jillian, they'll explore what theology of the body has to teach us as we walk the path of infertility.Links:Part I: Getting Started With The Theology of The BodyJohn Paul II, Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body Karol Wojtyła, Love and Responsibility

Nick Koeppel welcomes Adeline Corey from Lebanon, a newly certified Theology of the Body educator who has just launched her own ministry: the Song of the Bridegroom. Adeline describes the wounds that brought her to this work — questions of identity, femininity, self-worth — and how St. John Paul II's catechesis transformed her understanding of […] L'articolo Body Talk – Teaching Theology of the Body in Lebanon – Nick Koeppel and Adeline Corey proviene da Radio Maria.

What is the Theology of the Body? Why was it developed, and why is it still relevant today?In this episode, we begin our next deep dive (!) by telling the story of the development of ToB. From the fallout of the sexual revolution to Humanae Vitae and Pope St. John Paul II's revolutionary vision of the human person, we ask why TOB remains one of the Church's most important teachings today.This podcast relies 100% on the generosity of listeners. If you have found these episodes helpful and would like to support the future of Crash Course Catholicism, please consider donating via the following links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate via PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact the podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.caitlinwest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠References and further reading/listening/viewing:Humanae VitaeChristopher West: "What Is the Theology of the Body? | Introduction to Theology of the Body"Godsplaining, "Does Christian Marriage Really Have Two Ends?"

What is the theology of the body? Where did it come from? Why was it written? How can it help us on the path of infertility? Today we're welcoming Chris O'Neill, Director of the Office of Marriage and Family Life for the Archdiocese of New Orleans, and Trey Weaver, Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, to the first episode in a podcast series on the theology of the body. With Jillian, they'll dig into what the theology of the body is, what it isn't, and where it came from. Listen to Part 1 and stay tuned for the next episode in this series coming to you soon!It is our honor to walk with you!Links:Paul VI, Humanae VitaeJohn Paul II, Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body Karol Wojtyła, Love and Responsibility Edward Sri, Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love: Practical Insights from John Paul II's Love and Responsibility

This weekend, Tyler kicked off a new series called “A Series on the Body,” exploring what the Bible teaches about our physical bodies in a culture full of confusion and tension around them. At the foundation is this truth: your body matters to God. Scripture teaches that we are made of both body and soul, created with purpose, and designed for eternal union. Our bodies are not disposable or secondary, they are a temple of the Holy Spirit and central to how we live, worship, and follow Jesus.  Because of this, our bodies are not separate from who we are, they are part of our identity, calling, and obedience to God. While culture often elevates inner feelings over physical reality, the Bible shows that both body and soul work together and should be honored. At the same time, we recognize our bodies are broken. Through sin and life in a fallen world, we all experience struggle–physically, emotionally, and spiritually. But this series isn't about shame, it's about redemption. Through Jesus, we are reminded that we've been bought with a price, deeply loved, and not left on our own. God doesn't just care about your soul; He cares about your whole person. What in your life needs healing, freedom, or redemption? Because your body is not an accident, it's part of God's design and His plan to restore you.

Nick Koeppel opens this episode with a vivid biographical portrait of Karol Wojtyła: his childhood in Wadowice, the loss of his mother and brother, his father's witness of prayer in their Kraków apartment as the first seminary, his encounter with the layman Jan Tyranowski and the Spanish mystics, working in a quarry during World War […] L'articolo Body Talk with Nick Koeppel – Introducing Theology of the Body proviene da Radio Maria.

Do you believe the Church's teachings about sexuality… but struggle to actually live them? Have you ever felt trapped between wanting to follow God and feeling pulled back into the same habits, shame, or confusion? In part 1 of our conversation with Brendan McCauley, he shares how the message of Theology of the Body transformed his own life—and why understanding our identity, our bodies, and our deepest desires is the key to freedom, healing, and authentic love. This conversation offers a deeply hopeful message: you are not broken, your body is not bad, and your desire for love points toward something sacred. Learn More about the Humanum Project at humanumproject.org and check out their YouTube channel and Instagram ✨✨✨Stay connected to TIS

We appreciate you spending some of your valuable time with us as we conclude our 5 part Lenten series, Hope in the midst of suffering. In this show Adele and Tom are joined by a former DesOrmeaux Foundation employee, Krystal Romero, who shares her story as a real life witness of hope in the midst of suffering. As a former housing director at the DesOrmeaux Foundation's maternity home Krystal walked with many women during their suffering to find safety and purpose during their times of need. At the same time she was supporting moms in crisis pregnancies she was also struggling to overcome the loss of 1 of her own children. So listen in as we blend St. John Paul II's ideas of how suffering brings us closer to God with discussions of how God sends us hope through his people even in the midst of unimaginable suffering.

Ahead of the launch of his new Radio Maria series Body Talk, Harry sits down with Nick Koeppel, director of Theology of the Body Educators. Nick is based in Kraków — the city where St John Paul II lived and ministered for forty years. He introduces the Theology of the Body, the catechesis John Paul […] L'articolo Body Talk: An Introduction to the Theology of the Body – Nick Koeppel, director of Theology of the Body Educators proviene da Radio Maria.

Thanks for joining us for part 4 of our 5 part series Hope in the midst of suffering. Today's show will look at one of the most hidden and destructive forces of suffering, shame. Shame can fuel patterns that cause suffering like addiction. Adele will share some excerpts from Theology of the Body that speak directly to dealing with shame by calling on a special power, the Holy Spirit. Also on the show, Deacon Mike Crain, a counselor who will share his experience with people dealing with suffering from addiction. Enjoy part 4 of Hope in the midst of suffering: A Theology of the Body Lenten series.

Thanks for spending some of your valuable time with us and welcome to part 3 of our Lenten series on Hope in the midst of suffering. In parts 1 and 2 we laid the foundation of our series, suffering as mystery and the hope of bodily and spiritual healing. In this episode we will bring back Dr. Veronica Lenzi to share practical coping techniques to help us heal through remaining present. Dr. Lenzi also breaks down why remaining present is essential for working through suffering toward a path of healing. So lean in and keep walking with us on this Lenten journey toward Hope in the Midst of Suffering.

Thank you for joining us for Handbook for Humanity and our March Lenten Series, Hope in the midst of suffering: A Lenten Theology of the Body series. The five part exploration mixes standout achieved episodes with new content to show how St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body brings hope even into our deepest pains. In part 1 we introduced suffering as a common experience and a mystery. In this show we move deeper - exploring the hope of healing trauma in the body, with wise insights from our guest Dr. Veronica Lenzi. Let's continue this Lenten Journey together in Hope in the Midst of Suffering.

Episode Overview Why is the Samaritan woman at the well in the middle of the day? Fr. Will reflects on the deep wounds and spiritual thirst revealed in the Gospel of the Woman at the Well. Through the lens of the Lenten series on the deadly sins, this homily explores the destructive power of lust—not simply as a moral failure, but as a distortion of our deepest desire for love, intimacy, and communion. Yet the story does not end with shame. Jesus meets the woman exactly where she is: wounded, isolated, and searching. There at the well, He reveals Himself as the true Bridegroom who alone can satisfy the thirst of the human heart. Key Takeaways The Samaritan woman represents the cycle of sin, shame, and woundedness that lust can create. Lust twists a good desire—the desire for intimacy and self-gift. True love seeks the good of the other, not the use of the other. Many today carry deep wounds from pornography and sexual exploitation. Christ enters directly into our wounds and offers healing, dignity, and freedom. Jesus is the true Bridegroom who alone satisfies the thirst of the human heart.

Thank you for joining us for this special series, Hope in the Midst of Suffering: A Lenten Theology of the Body series. This 5 part journey blends some of our most cherished archived episodes with fresh content to explore how St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body meets the mystery of human suffering with hope, healing and redemption. We begin with part 1: an introduction to suffering as a universal experience - one that cannot be neatly explained, but one that always holds the possibility of grace. So settle in, open your heart, and let's start this Lenten reflection together in Hope in the Midst of Suffering.

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Therese Northrop, we move from the why of holistic health into the deeply practical.If Part 1 helped you rethink the body-soul split, this episode helps you begin living differently inside your own body.We talk specifically about the nervous system — what it's actually doing, why so many women feel constantly dysregulated, and how simple, faithful practices like breath and prayer can begin restoring peace from the inside out.Together, we explore:Why we're designed to live primarily in rest + digest (not fight or flight)How chronic stress reshapes the body over timeWhat nervous system dysregulation actually looks like in daily lifeThe connection between breath, spirit (ruach), and regulationHow Scripture isn't just spiritual encouragement — it has biological impactWhat it means to approach healing with discernment instead of fearPractical ways to begin caring for your body todayDr. Therese also shares wisdom on how to find a chiropractor or holistic practitioner you feel safe with — and why safety and discernment matter more than perfection.If you've been feeling tense, reactive, disconnected from your body, or unsure how to approach holistic care faithfully… this episode is an invitation back into integration.Connect with Dr. Therese: therese.northrop@gmail.com ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS

Can Theology of the Body actually deepen shame rather than heal it? And what does JP2's vision for the human person have to say about pornography addiction, scrupulosity, and the cycle of counterfeit love? In this episode, Catholic therapist Adam Cross, LMFT (#116623) sits down again with Dr. Anthony Isacco, Program Director of the MS in Clinical Psychology program at St. Mary's University of Minnesota, to explore what happens when Theology of the Body meets the clinical realities of sexual shame and addiction. Topics covered: How scrupulosity can turn sexuality into a source of shame rather than a gift Pornography addiction, age of first exposure, and understanding the shame cycle it creates JP2's insight that arousal is a physiological response to something good, and how that reframes guilt The concept of "use" from Love and Responsibility, objectification, and human dignity Viewing addiction as a cry for what is missing rather than simply a behaviour to stop Internal Family Systems, parts work, and how Catholic moral theology fits alongside it Dopamine research and why persevering toward virtue matters more than achieving perfection How St. Mary's University of Minnesota trains the next generation of Catholic clinicians with a full anthropological foundation Theology of the Body applied to exercise, fasting, medication, and trauma healing There is real freedom in knowing your body is not the enemy. This episode brings that truth home through both the wisdom of JP2 and decades of clinical experience. Have questions? Visit my website: adamcrossmft.com Adam Cross, LMFT #116623

If you've ever wanted to care for your body more intentionally but felt wary of crossing into “woo woo” territory—this episode is for you.Maria and Meghan sit down with Dr. Therese Northrop, a Catholic chiropractor and long-time Theology of the Body student, for a grounded conversation on what it looks like to pursue healing without drifting into woo-woo—and without cutting your body off from your faith.Together, we talk about:Why Catholics are meant to think holistically (body + soul… always)How Western medicine's “body over here / soul over there” split affects the way we approach healthWhy nervous system regulation matters (and why we're designed to live in rest + digest)The two most accessible daily tools for regulation: breath + prayerHow to discern holistic modalities with wisdom (without fear)What it can mean when your symptoms are trying to tell you something—gently, not shamefullyIf you've felt stressed, dysregulated, or disconnected from your body… let this be an invitation back into integration—with Jesus in the center.Connect with Dr. Therese: therese.northrop@gmail.com ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS

Thanks for spending some of your valuable time with us. This episode closes out our 4 part series on The Sanctity of Life. This theme comes from the very heart of the Catholic Faith and it also plays a vital role in the mission statements of many Crisis Pregnancy centers across America. Our discussion will be coming from a place where the Sanctity of Life and the dignity of every human person is lived out in a profoundly tangible way. Adele and Tom have invited 2 guests from The Women's Center of Lafayette. This crisis pregnancy center is part of the DesOrmeaux Foundation that sees about 200 women per month. In this time we spend together we hope to share how the Gospel of Life presented through Theology of the Body helps a Pro Life consultant at the Women's Center of Lafayette show love and compassion to her clients and a Mother who receives this message delivers love to her family.Links mentioned in today's show:Pontifical Council on the Familyhttps://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/pontifical_councils/family/documents/rc_pc_family_pro_20051996_en.html

Fr. Ryan gave this talk at Theology on the Rocks in Lorain.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Matthew LaPine to have a conversation about mental health, and how his work in this area has informed his view of how the church engages with the idea of mental health.ResourcesThe Logic of the Body by Dr. Matthew LaPineThe Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Dr. Bruce D. Perry and Maia SzalavitzWayfaring: A Christian Approach to Mental Health Care by Warren KinghornStatus Anxiety by Alain De BottonA Quiet Mind to Suffer With: Mental Illness, Trauma, and the Death of Christ by John Andrew BryantDopamine Nation by Dr. Anna LembkeThe Soul of Shame by Curt ThompsonConnect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook Email Us formation@providenceomaha.org

In a culture torn between obsessing over the body and despising it, Scripture offers a healing and hopeful vision of embodied humanity. The Song of Songs affirms that our bodies are not problems to be solved but gifts to be received — created good by God, wounded by sin, yet never stripped of dignity. In Jesus, we are given a future hope in which our bodies are redeemed, restored, and made whole. Listen to this sermon as Jason Harris invites us to rediscover a theology of the body that leads from confusion to clarity and from brokenness to glory. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

In a culture torn between obsessing over the body and despising it, Scripture offers a healing and hopeful vision of embodied humanity. The Song of Songs affirms that our bodies are not problems to be solved but gifts to be received — created good by God, wounded by sin, yet never stripped of dignity. In Jesus, we are given a future hope in which our bodies are redeemed, restored, and made whole. Listen to this sermon as Jason Harris invites us to rediscover a theology of the body that leads from confusion to clarity and from brokenness to glory. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

Do our bodies really matter? Doesn't God mostly just care about our souls getting to heaven? In this episode we seek to explore a Biblical theology of our physical bodies. Why did God create us with a body? What does it mean to have fallen bodies? How does Jesus redeem our bodies? And what should we expect for our glorified bodies?ResourcesThe Logic of the Body by Dr. Matthew LaPineEmbodied Souls, Ensouled Bodies by Dr. Marc CortezThe Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Dr. Bruce D. Perry and Maia SzalavitzConnect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook Email Us formation@providenceomaha.org

What if your body isn't a problem to fix, but a gift to receive? This message invites us to step back from shame and disappointment and rediscover God's view of the body—as something good, intentional, and deeply connected to our spiritual lives.

Have you heard of Theology of the Body, but aren't quite sure what it means? What it is? Fr. Ryan shares an introduction to Pope St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body with adults in Lorain county.    Books recommended:  Good News About Sex and Marriage: https://shop.corproject.com/collections/books/products/good-news-about-sex-and-marriage  Fill These Hearts: https://shop.corproject.com/collections/books/products/copy-of-fill-these-hearts-paperback  These Beautiful Bones: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/these-beautiful-bones-an-everyday-theology-of-the-body    Come, follow us: Parish Website  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  Spotify Music

This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Jason Evert, a Catholic speaker, author, and expert on the Theology of the Body. Together they explore the history of gender theory, how contraception shifted culture, and why it's important to root our identity in God. They also discuss how wounds and unmet needs are often tied to the experience of gender dysphoria and how our culture avoids addressing the source of suffering.    Key Points: The term gender has only recently entered into our vocabulary Wounds, past traumas, and unmet needs for belonging, love, and safety are often the root cause for someone experiencing gender dysphoria Many European countries and leading medical institutions are now rethinking their gender-affirmative protocols after evidence showed these interventions often failed to resolve underlying distress and caused harm Rather than addressing the source of suffering, our culture has told us our bodies are the problem The different gender labels within society today offer an identity and community to those feeling rejected or isolated Our identity is as beloved children of God and shouldn't be reduced to how we feel or our social affiliations The truth can become a weapon if we don't first listen in love and acknowledge the experience of suffering   Resources: Jason's Website Male, Female, Other? A Catholic Guide to Understanding Gender by Jason Evert Male, Female, Other? booklet by Jason Evert with an introduction by Chole Cole Theology of the Body in One Hour by Jason Evert Navigating Gender with Charity and Clarity Course Gender Resources   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:36 How Jason Discovered the Theology of the Body 05:35 The History of Gender Theory 15:45 When the Body is Made the Problem 23:54 Addressing the Experienced Suffering 29:51 Same Sex Attraction and Finding Your True Identity 38:33 How to Share the Truth without Using Truth as a Weapon 46:44 They Need to Trust You Before They Will Trust Your Ideas 54:33 Resources   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Join Covenant Eyes podcast hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal for an inspiring conversation with Bobby and Jackie Angel — Catholic authors, speakers, and parents known for their work with Ascension Presents and Word on Fire.In this heartfelt episode, Bobby and Jackie share their powerful stories of faith, marriage, and ministry — from meeting through the Theology of the Body Institute to navigating life as Catholic parents of five in today's tech-driven world.

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We greatly appreciate your time and attention and we hope you find value in what you are about to hear. This show continues a look at the beginning of a different tone by Pope St. John Paul II's in his writings on Theology of the Body. This discussion focuses on how JP II wanted to remind us that Jesus himself taught about the importance of the human body and what we should do with our bodies and how we should view other bodies. You may also hear a certain urgency in the great Pope Saint's words because in a short period after he delivered the audience in today's discussion an assassin attempted to murder him.

How did Marco Casanova go from addiction to gay porn while studying to be a Catholic priest to a life of chastity, healing, marriage, and fatherhood? This is a great story. Along the way, you'll get a beautiful introduction to Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body—particularly what Marco has learned about the dignity of women and what it means to be a man.Marco Casanova, M.Div., serves as Associate Director of Desert Stream Ministries. His journey with the Living Waters program began during his seminary years, when he sought healing from his own experience of sexual brokenness. After eight years in priestly formation, Marco discerned a new call to join the Desert Stream team. Today, he oversees Living Waters USA, equipping lay leaders to establish and lead effective healing groups within their church communities. Marco lives in Kansas City, MO, with his wife, Ania, and their daughter, Marianna.More from Desert Stream Ministries:Website: desertstream.orgYouTube: youtube.com/@DesertStreamMinistriesMore on Theology of the Body:theologyofthebody.nettobinstitute.orgSupport the showTake the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step 2: Join the private Husband Material Community Step 3: Take the free mini-course: How To Outgrow Porn Step 4: Try the all-in-one program: Husband Material Academy Thanks for listening!

As Father Dave begins his 30-Day Challenge to instill healthier habits, we welcome Chase Crouse to discuss how faith and fitness are connected. Chase is the founder and CEO of Hypuro Fit, a Catholic-based personal training and nutrition coaching company, and the co-author of “The God of Endurance: A Practical Guide for Incorporating Exercise and Nutrition into your Spiritual Journey.”

In this final episode of the "Your Body" mini-series, Lisa Whittle shares her journey toward discovering real success—defined by biblical truth rather than cultural standards.  This isn't about perfection or meeting worldly standards. It's about understanding who we are in Christ and living from that truth. When our minds are renewed and our hearts aligned with Scripture, lasting freedom becomes a reality. (Curious to learn more about whole body theology? Grab a copy of Lisa Whittle's Bible Study - Body & Soul.)Listen in to learn more:(0:39) Defining triumph(3:53) What a water spill can teach us(8:50)  Rebuilding vs. rebooting(13:03) Adjusting our mindset to a whole body theology (14:19) Three keys to true and lasting freedom(16:19) A journey of continued healing  Mentioned in the Episode:Fit For His Glory: https://www.fitforhisglory.coAnchored Virtual: https://anchoredvirtual.comThis vs. That - Podcast: https://anchoredvirtual.com/tvt-allBody & Soul - Bible Study: https://www.lisawhittle.com/body Resources:Thank you to our season sponsors – Fit For His Glory and Anchored Virtual!Fit For His Glory helps women in every stage of life create lasting change in their health. Start your journey today and enjoy 20% off memberships or five-week intensives with code JOE.  Follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/fitforhisglory. Anchored Virtual offers accessible mental-health support with trained, faith-based counselors. Visit anchoredvirtual.com and use code JOE10 at checkout for 10% off your first session.   Follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/anchoredvirtual.  Connect with Lisa:Website: https://www.lisawhittle.comSubstack: https://letsbeclear.substack.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisawhittleofficial

Fr. Mike talks about how God can bring great triumph from great brokenness as we read the messy story of Judah and Tamar. Today's readings are Genesis 38, Job 29-30, and Proverbs 3:28-32. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.