Gender Identity and the Truth of the Body - Auspice Maria Ep. 20 with Bishop James Ruggieri

Auspice Maria with Bishop James Ruggieri

Many people believe that the mind and body are somehow separate, that our bodies are not integral to our identity. In this episode, Bishop Ruggieri explains the truth that our bodies, minds and souls are all integral aspects of human nature. Bishop Ruggieri also explains how to respond to people who struggle with gender dysphoria. We must accompany them with love, though we must not be complicit in encouraging false ideas. A full transcription with sources cited can be found at https://portlanddiocese.org/news/gender-identity-and-truth-body-auspice-maria-ep-20

About Podcast

Auspice Maria (meaning "under the protection of Mary") is Bishop James Ruggieri's weekly podcast. Listen along to hear answers to questions we all face every day. Each week, Bishop Ruggieri discuses an aspect of the Catholic faith and applies it to our current lives.

This podcast is produced by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland's Office of Communications.