Forming a Pastoral Response: Unpacking the Doctrinal Note on Manipulation of the Human Body
by Mandy Cox In March 2023 the Doctrine Committee of the USCCB released the Doctrinal Note on the Moral Limits to Technological Manipulation of the Human Body. This note comes at a crucial time, as leaders at Catholic ministries and organizations discern a pastoral...
Positive approaches to strengthen Catholic culture
by Mandy Cox The last decade has brought about tremendous changes that affect employers. Secular companies provide a growing list of benefits that are cannot be provided by Catholic employers. Employees joining our organizations are excited to join our good...
In Light of the Child – Evaluating the Ethics of Artificial Reproductive Technologies
by Mandy Cox There are a number of ethical issues regarding artificial reproductive technologies (ART). The heartache of infertility cannot be denied, and it requires a pastoral approach that recognizes these emotional challenges. However modern ART exploit the...
Back to the Basics: Essential elements when discussing marriage, spouses and children.
by Mandy Cox This Back to the Basics video segment provides our members talking points to tie the Gospel message to policy-making. These principles can help you navigate difficult conversations by affirming the religious nature of our organizations and how...
Are the teachings on marriage, family, and sex really essential to the Gospel message?
photo by Aaron Burden Back to the Basics Part 1: Are the teachings on marriage, family and sex really essential to the Gospel message? by Mandy Cox It can appear that the Church’s teachings regarding sex, marriage, and family have little to do with the...