Patrick addresses the complex moral issues surrounding IVF, including a recent legal case from Virginia that raises questions about embryo rights. Patrick discusses the Catholic stance on these matters, emphasizing the importance of understanding and educating others about the Church’s views. He reflects on the influence of radical changes within religious communities and their impact on growth. Plus, Patrick answers listener questions on topics ranging from religious practices during Lent to interfaith relationships.

• Judge finds frozen embryos are not divisible property in cancer survivor’s case against ex-husband
• Benedict – A friend keeps on leaving and then coming back to the Catholic faith. How can I help him to make the faith stick? (13:24)
• Email – Is getting married after 2 months too soon? (19:51)
• Lauren – My old Catholic nun teachers post prochoice things on social media. What should I do? (26:27)
• Is the Pyramid story trending real? Who knows. (37:19)
• Janice – I was born and raised Catholic but I was never into my faith until the last few years. My understanding of Lent is that we shouldn’t eat meat on Friday’s is that true? My dad says otherwise. (39:42)
• Kathleen – IVF: A family adopted an embryo. It seemed like a good thing which people could do for those embryos. (47:18)

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