The Hookup Culture vs. Authentic Love - Auspice Maria Ep 19 with Bishop James Ruggieri

Auspice Maria with Bishop James Ruggieri

How should Catholics respond to the hookup culture? Bishop Ruggieri explains how with an approach rooted in faith and scientific research. Bishop Ruggieri explores how hookups and "situationships" can reduce people to objects and erode dignity, while chastity opens the path to genuine love and communion. "How is God calling you, in your daily life, to live love as a gift, freely, faithfully, and authentically, in a world that so often settles for less?" A full transcription, now with a full list of sources, can be found on our website at https://portlanddiocese.org/news/hookup-culture-vs-authentic-love-auspice-maria-ep-19

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.