Dr. J Show | April 10, 2024 - Dr. Brad Wilcox

Sociology professor Dr. Brad Wilcox is the Director of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia, the Future of Freedom Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies, and the author of Get Married: Why Americans Should Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization.

Dr. Wilcox explains how factions on both the right and left side of the political spectrum are "telling people the path to prosperity and happiness runs away from family, [but] for most Americans, the path to prosperity is stable marriage. The path to happiness is marriage and parenthood."

"The number one factor for why we're seeing happiness drop in America is that fewer and fewer Americans are putting a ring on it, or more Americans, compared to decades ago, are divorced.

Learn from Dr. Wilcox:

The types of people getting married today.
The markers of an individual who is oriented toward self vs. the good of the marriage.
Of conservatives, moderates, and liberals, which group is more likely to be happily married and why.
How different groups feel about infidelity.
What makes women really happy in marriage.
The three-part Success Sequence that dramatically decreases your odds of being poor.
The four demographic groups that are the Masters of Marriage.

Watch the full episode on Locals, or find only the first half on YouTube, Bitchute, or Odysee.

Watch the full episode on Locals

Why Are You Still Catholic?

By Faith Hakesley at "Advice from a Survivor"

Easily the most common question I get is, "Why are you still Catholic despite being a victim of clerical abuse?"

I'm going to answer this as honestly and simply as possible. Here are the five reasons most important to me:

I am still Catholic because I believe that Jesus left us the Catholic Church. My faith has never been about the people who run the institution. Although, let's face it, good, holy, trustworthy leaders can make a difference! Despite all the flaws of the people side of things, I do my best to keep my eyes fixed on Jesus.
I am Catholic because of the sacraments. As a Catholic, I believe in the True Presence. I believe that we receive Jesus Himself in the Eucharist (His body, blood, soul, and divinity). I believe in the sacramental life of the church and in the tremendous graces that flow from the sacraments. I have worked hard to overcome my own personal triggers so that I can receive the sacraments on a regular basis. The graces that I have received from them have been insurmountable.

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Unmasking Sexual Abuse: Understanding, Healing, & Prevention

Tentmakers, an organization for supporting survivors of sexual abuse, is hosting an event in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on April 25.

From their website: "This forum aims to shed light on critical aspects of child sexual abuse, offering education, awareness, and support to individuals and communities. Our diverse lineup of speakers will share invaluable insights on this critical topic."

Find more information here

A now for a little levity...

Prayer Corner for:

(If you have a prayer intention, please reply to this email.)

Deacon Noel, in the ICU, possibly from a stroke.
an appropriate caregiver for an older couple.
Kathleen to maintain faith despite adversity.
Meredith's continued progress in her return to the Church.
a young boy with a disorder called Neurofibromatosis, where his body produces tumors. They should be benign, but he needs to be evaluated by many doctors often.
Elliot to recover from his childhood trauma, unhealthy addictions, and homosexual lifestyle.
a man's recovery from an infection following gallstone removal.
our general intention for April:

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