Latest Theology of the body Podcast Episodes
NFP is Unfair | Ep. 157
Charting Toward Intimacy - February 19, 2024 08:00 - 22 minutesThis podcast, led by Ellen Holloway and Kathleen Chavones, discusses the challenges of sticking to Natural Family Planning (NFP) during instances of limited fertile days and mandatory abstinence due to serious medical or financial constraints. It emphasizes how suffering and sacrifice are cruci...
"Remain", Contraception & the Sacrifice of Motherhood
Ask Christopher West - February 19, 2024 08:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: The word remain has been coming up in my prayer. Do you have deeper insights into this word? Has it ever come up for you in prayer? Where do you recommend that I go to learn more about the topic of contraception from an academic perspective? I’m a stay at home mo...
"Remain", Contraception & the Sacrifice of Motherhood | ACW268
Ask Christopher West - February 19, 2024 08:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: The word remain has been coming up in my prayer. Do you have deeper insights into this word? Has it ever come up for you in prayer? Where do you recommend that I go to learn more about the topic of contraception from an academic perspective? I’m a stay at home mo...
#462 The Sacred Romance: Embracing the Sacred in Nature, Love, Beauty and Longing
Become Who You Are - February 19, 2024 07:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” As I sat in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska, surrounded by the whisper of trees and the embrace of the open sky, I found myself pondering the beauty that bridges our world with the divine. This episode brings you along on a spiritual odyssey, one t...
#461 From Trauma to Healing: With Special Guest Nancy Charles! It Is A Story You Will Want to Share With Young People This Lent!
Become Who You Are - February 16, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Nancy Charles joins us on an incredibly powerful journey of healing, as she shares her story of overcoming childhood sexual abuse and finding redemption and peace. Her voice is a beacon of hope for anyone who's ever felt lost in the shadow of the...
#460 "Unveiling the Spousal Meaning of Love: A Journey Through Love, Faith, and Divine Purpose
Become Who You Are - February 14, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” This episode isn't merely an exploration; it's a revealing look at how love, in its truest form, intertwines with our divine purpose. As we peel back the layers of love and sexuality within the covenant of marriage, we shift from instinct to int...
How To Be Physically Intimate In Dating Without Sinning
Discerning Marriage - February 13, 2024 18:00 - 9 minutesElizabeth gets into the details of how to be physically intimate in a dating relationship without sinning. She proposes a refreshing approach to sin that will give you a more freeing perspective on the issue. Elizabeth also provides practical tips and suggestions to navigate the waters of physica...
The Most Vulnerable Thing You Can Do | Ep. 156
Charting Toward Intimacy - February 12, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutesThis episode focuses on the emotional complexities of initiating sex within a Catholic marriage, emphasizing the importance of understanding individual desires and the associated vulnerabilities. Through an in-depth discussion, Ellen addresses various misconceptions about physical desire and ur...
Resurrection & Final Judgement, Anesthetized to Beauty and Call to Single Life
Ask Christopher West - February 12, 2024 08:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Will heaven be less spectacular until the day when souls get reunited with their bodies? How will the final judgement change the status of people already in heaven or in hell? How can I begin to enter into the deep emotional realities of art like music or movies? ...
Resurrection & Final Judgement, Anesthetized to Beauty and Call to Single Life | ACW267
Ask Christopher West - February 12, 2024 08:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Will heaven be less spectacular until the day when souls get reunited with their bodies? How will the final judgement change the status of people already in heaven or in hell? How can I begin to enter into the deep emotional realities of art like music or movies? ...
#459 "A Spiritual Awakening": The World Is Passing Away. (for the first week of Lent)
Become Who You Are - February 12, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” As Lent ushers in a time of reflection and renewal, we stand at the precipice of an epic confrontation - one that will determine the course of our spiritual and societal destiny. Join me, Jack Rigert, as we navigate the complexities of this battle...
#458 "You're a Miracle!" The Night That Changed Joe McGivney's Life
Become Who You Are - February 09, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Have you ever witnessed a life be utterly transformed by the leap of faith and the strength of the human spirit? This episode of Become Who You Are is a profound exploration into Joe McGivney's life-changing journey from the grip of alcohol addict...
#457 Exploring the Divine Dimensions of Love, Marriage, and Identity
Become Who You Are - February 07, 2024 07:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Amidst the cultural shifts of our time, Linda and I challenge the misinterpretations of love and marriage that saturate our society. We dissect the consequences of replacing self-giving love with transient pleasure, and the spiritual significance ...
Men, We Need You.
Discerning Marriage - February 06, 2024 18:00 - 7 minutesElizabeth Busby discusses how to know if you're truly ready for marriage. From dispelling common misconceptions to embracing humility, Elizabeth covers three essential signs to consider before taking the plunge. Don't miss this insightful guide to preparing for a lifelong commitment! On The Disce...
#456 A World at War; The Rightful King Has Landed
Become Who You Are - February 05, 2024 16:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Have you ever paused in the midst of chaos to ponder where the compass of our society is actually pointing? On the latest episode of Become Who You Are, we face the profound struggles etched within the spiritual battleground of today's world. As y...
God Liking Us, Dating Wounds In Newly Weds & Fishing for Compliments
Ask Christopher West - February 05, 2024 15:15 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: How can I know if God not only loves me but likes me? My husband and I recently married but I find that I’m resentful and defensive because of things that happened during our 5 years of dating. I continue to grow angrier and resentful as our marriage goes on. Do y...
God Liking Us, Dating Wounds In Newly Weds & Fishing for Compliments | ACW266
Ask Christopher West - February 05, 2024 15:15 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: How can I know if God not only loves me but likes me? My husband and I recently married but I find that I’m resentful and defensive because of things that happened during our 5 years of dating. I continue to grow angrier and resentful as our marriage goes on. Do y...
Is Sexual Passivity Ruining Your Sex Life? - With Mike "Gomer" Gormley | Ep. 155
Charting Toward Intimacy - February 05, 2024 08:00 - 1 hourMike 'Gomer' Gormley joins host Ellen as they discuss the detrimental effects of sexual passivity on marriage and ways to overcome it. Gomer provides valuable insights from a male perspective, emphasizing the importance of sexual initiation, communication, respect, and genuine love in maintainin...
#455 A Journey through Faith, Music, and Morality with Composer, Conductor and Writer Aurelio Porfiri: Editor of Cardinal Zen's New Book!
Become Who You Are - February 02, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Embark on an intellectual odyssey with the renowned Aurelio Porfiri, who offers more than just a glimpse into his world intertwined with music, literature, and faith. Our latest episode features this multifaceted maestro as he delves into his edit...
#454 God Wants to Marry You: The Question For Today Is Which Marriage Are You Called Too? Traditional Marriage or Religious Life?
Become Who You Are - January 31, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Join us as we navigate the sacred interplay between marriage, celibacy, and vocation, through the lens of St John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Linda illuminates the powerful role of Jesus in strengthening marriages and guiding those called to c...
Episode 57: Marriage Will Destroy You.
Discerning Marriage - January 30, 2024 18:00 - 8 minutesElizabeth explores the profound impact of marriage on personal transformation. Does marriage destroy or refine? Join us in this insightful discussion as we delve into the complexities of relationships, the sacrament of marriage, and the journey towards authentic holiness. On The Discerning Marria...
How to Take the Pressure Off of Sex | Ep. 154
Charting Toward Intimacy - January 29, 2024 08:00 - 10 minutesIn this podcast episode, Ellen addresses the challenge of navigating sex within a marriage, particularly from a Catholic perspective. She discusses a situation where a couple put such heavy emphasis on the religious significance of sex that it led to tension and avoidance, reducing their sexual...
Letting My Future Husband Love My Body, Medical Infertility & TOB for 7th Graders
Ask Christopher West - January 29, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: I’m engaged and looking forward to marriage but have struggled with body image and eating disorders. How can I prepare myself mentally, emotionally and/or physically for the marital embrace? How can I love my body more so that I can let my fiancé love it too? What...
Letting My Future Husband Love My Body, Medical Infertility & TOB for 7th Graders | ACW265
Ask Christopher West - January 29, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: I’m engaged and looking forward to marriage but have struggled with body image and eating disorders. How can I prepare myself mentally, emotionally and/or physically for the marital embrace? How can I love my body more so that I can let my fiancé love it too? What...
#453 The Gospel is Light, Truth and Love: Dispelling the Darkness in the World and In the Individual Human Heart
Become Who You Are - January 28, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” How does one navigate the murky waters of modern indoctrination, especially when our divine purpose and Christian values are being sidelined by society? Join Jack as he confronts the shadows cast over our culture by the absence of God and urge the...
#452 Don't Fall for the Illusions of the 'spirit of the age.' Discovering Identity and Purpose. Go Deep! Go to Your Heart!
Become Who You Are - January 24, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Join Jack and Linda Pieper as they discuss Personal Identity, Purpose, the illusion of the spirits of this age and so much more . Based on Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body, audience #77. "The future of humanity passes by way of the fam...
Every Woman Wants This One Quality In a Man.
Discerning Marriage - January 23, 2024 20:00 - 6 minutesElizabeth tells us the one quality women seek in a Christian man. Learn why being a man who prays is the secret ingredient to a fulfilling relationship. If you're seeking to be a better husband or are on the path to marriage, this video is a must-watch. On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we acc...
Are You the Gatekeeper of Sex? | Ep. 153
Charting Toward Intimacy - January 22, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutesIn this podcast Ellen, discusses the idea of women becoming gatekeepers of sex in a relationship, specifically within the context of a Catholic marriage and family planning. In conversation with guest Grace Stark, editor for Natural Womanhood, they suggest that the issue can be seen as an issue ...
Subjective Beauty, Abstinence from Sexual Intimacy & Unwanted Pregnancy. | ACW264
Ask Christopher West - January 22, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Is it true that beauty is in the eye of the beholder? I become distant and irritable when abstaining from sexual intimacy with my wife. Do you have any advice? How can I accept an unwanted pregnancy? Ask Christopher West is a weekly podcast in which Theology of t...
Subjective Beauty, Abstinence from Sexual Intimacy & Unwanted Pregnancy.
Ask Christopher West - January 22, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Is it true that beauty is in the eye of the beholder? I become distant and irritable when abstaining from sexual intimacy with my wife. Do you have any advice? How can I accept an unwanted pregnancy? Ask Christopher West is a weekly podcast in which Theology of t...
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