Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)

Be My Guest: Dr. Mario Sacasa on Love as a Sincere Gift of Self

May 21st, 2019  |  55 mins 58 secs

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DISCLAIMER: Today Fr. Josh and Dr. Mario Sacasa answer questions about sexual baggage, feeling guilty about NFP, the morality of pleasure outside the marital act, and dealing with a partner who watches porn. You may want to listen first and discern whether or not it is the right time for your child(ren) to listen. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at [email protected]. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!

Virgin Mary, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), and Discerning Vocation while Experiencing Same-Sex Attraction

August 28th, 2018  |  37 mins 47 secs

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Fr. Josh answers questions about the Catholic view of the Virgin Mary, problems with IVF, and how to discern your vocation while experiencing same-sex attraction. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at [email protected]. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!

Are All Religions the Same, Accepting a Partner's Sexual History, and Letting Go of Past Hurts

December 9th, 2021  |  23 mins 53 secs

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Fr. Josh answers questions about whether all world religions are the same, how to accept a partner’s sexual history in a dating relationship, and how to let go of past sufferings and hurts.

*Please note: This episode contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children – parental discretion is advised.

Is Your Spouse Your Friend, How to Be Catholic at Work, Is Sex Just to Make Babies, and Healing from Past Dating Wounds

July 10th, 2018  |  32 mins 19 secs

Fr. Josh answers questions about being friends with your spouse, living out your Catholic faith in a secular workplace, whether sex is just for having babies, and how to heal from past dating wounds. If you have a question, comment, or a response for Fr. Josh, email us at [email protected]. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!

How to Give “The Talk” (with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN)

September 14th, 2023  |  27 mins 54 secs

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How do you give “the talk” to your kids? Parents have a massive responsibility to inform and educate their children on matters of sexuality, dignity, and so much more. Fr. Josh Johnson is joined by Sr. Josephine Garrett to discuss the importance of talking to your child about these matters and how to do it right.

Be My Guest: Brandi Kilbert on Women's Health (Abortion, Contraception, and IVF)

January 14th, 2021  |  32 mins 27 secs

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Fr. Josh is joined by Brandi Kilbert to discuss all things women's health- natural family planning, contraception, abortion, and in vitro fertilization. Brandi Kilbert is a nurse, creighton fertility care specialist, wife, mom and the Director of Marriage and Family life at Fr. Josh's parish, Our Lady of the Holy Rosary.

The Devil, Life After Rape, and Giving Communion to Unbelievers

April 2nd, 2019  |  36 mins 1 sec

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Fr. Josh answers questions about why God created the devil, distributing Communion to people in a state of mortal sin, and how to return to God after a traumatic assault. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at [email protected]. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode.

The Church and Contraception (with Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio)

October 10th, 2024  |  29 mins 38 secs

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What is the Church’s stance on contraception? Fr. Josh Johnson and Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio answer questions about contraception and abortion. They break down the historic Christian stance on contraception, contraception within marriage, and different types of sexual education. While the world continues to change and shift, the Church has remained steadfast in its teachings on this subject. We can benefit from continuing to learn and wrestle with these teachings in order to better understand for ourselves and future generations.

What Is Emotional Chastity and Who Needs It?

August 8th, 2024  |  7 mins 9 secs

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What exactly is emotional chastity and can men and women partake in close friendships? Over my life I have developed a lot of beautiful and fruitful friendships with men that have never become more than friendship nor have I ever intended them to, however, recently I was accused of breaking emotional chastity within these friendships. It’s a concept that I have never heard of before. I’ve asked around and it seems like something fairly controversial as some people don’t even believe in it. I know that God delights in all friendships, but perhaps friendships of the opposite sex need more boundaries?
-Delaney

Game of Thrones, Fallen-Away Catholics, and Discernment

June 6th, 2018  |  34 mins 8 secs

Fr. Josh talks about Game of Thrones, fallen-away Catholics, and discernment.

Glory Story (3:01)

Game of Thrones (7:36)

Fr. Josh, is it immoral to watch Game of Thrones? I have several Catholic friends who watch this show and claim that despite the explicit sex, nudity, innuendos, and violence, their spiritual life is not impacted. Most of them don’t even fast forward through the scenes. They claim the storyline is completely worth it. While I don’t argue with the exciting plot, I think watching this, especially as a Catholic is immoral. It is basically pornography, and it promotes the objectification of people. In short, the end doesn't justify the means. Am I being too picky, or as Catholics should we be more careful about the TV shows and movies we watch?

-Michael

Fallen-Away Catholics (16:32)

What would be your advice on how to reach my 21 year old son who has left the Catholic faith?

-Patricia

Discernment (23:17)

How did your family handle you becoming a priest? What about if you were an only child and your parents were hoping for grandchildren? Couldn’t it seem selfish for you to ignore what they want to pursue what you want? How would you deal with disappointing them?

-John