Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse speaks with Raven Jard Castañeda and Nirva dela Cruz, two young Catholic leaders from the Philippines who helped pioneer the Humilitas March—a public act of reparation and devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. What began in 2024 as a small prayer gathering in Davao has grown into a nationwide movement offering a faithful alternative to Pride marches. Raven and Nirva share how the marches unite clergy, youth groups, and Catholic organizations in joyful witness, public prayer, and Eucharistic devotion. They discuss the symbolism of holding the march in historic places like EDSA, the powerful conversions it has inspired—including former Pride marchers turning to Christ—and how the Sacred Heart devotion speaks to today’s culture of confusion and despair.

Raven Jard N. Castañeda is a Catholic apologist, lay catechist, and medical student dedicated to proclaiming the love and kingship of Christ through devotion to the Sacred Heart. A summa cum laude graduate of Ateneo de Davao University in Medical Biology and now a second-year student at Davao Medical School Foundation, he continues forming young Catholics in truth, humility, and devotion. In 2024, he pioneered the HUMILITAS March, a movement of young faithful united in public witness and reparation to the Sacred Heart, and founded the Association of Catholic Apologists – Knights of Saint Justin Martyr, which hosts conferences, apologetics training, and catechetical events. With experience in writing, public speaking, and debate, he defends the faith against rising wokeism in Catholic universities, most recently presenting on Truth, Academic Freedom, and Catholic Education at a 2024 philosophy conference. His deepest desire is to lead souls back to the beauty of the Catholic faith and the burning love of the Heart of Jesus.

Link to Raven's website:
Humilitas FB page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569082642573
Personal Blog (Simply Human): https://rjncastaneda.substack.com/

Nirva’s conversion through the Catholic charismatic movement led her to missionary work in Indonesia and East Timor before serving with the Episcopal Commission on Youth and later as associate editor of CBCP News, where she covered World Youth Days and the 2015 Synod of the Family. A former pro-life radio host, she became the first Filipino fellow of the Center for Asia Leadership in 2018, studying leadership and design thinking in Kuala Lumpur. She later served as communications officer for the Arnold Janssen Kalinga Foundation, documenting extra-judicial killings and advancing care for the homeless. An active Singles for Christ leader and international speaker, she has shared the faith across Asia and Europe. She loves the Traditional Latin Mass, baking, reading, and traveling, and most recently led Humilitas Metro Manila in June 2025 to promote devotion to the Sacred Heart.

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1556996025004746 - Humilitas Metro Manila FB group
https://www.facebook.com/nirva.delacruz - Nirva Delacruz FB account (personal)

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The sexual revolution has distorted truth, fueled confusion, and even bred violence. Labels like “transgender” hide very different realities, while wishful thinking and confirmation bias block repentance and healing. Reflecting on the murder of Charlie Kirk, the dignified, prayerful response of young Turning Point USA members stands out as a sign of hope. The conversation urges Catholics to seek silence, prayer, and clarity of heart amid today’s overwhelming cultural noise

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse discusses the rising tide of violence, cultural confusion, and the ongoing fallout of the sexual revolution. She explains how society’s rejection of God’s created order—especially in matters of sexuality—has led to dehumanization and despair, and why Christians must respond with truth, courage, and faith in Christ’s triumph on the Cross. Dr. Morse also highlights the Ruth Institute’s campaign around the upcoming Supreme Court case on counseling freedom, exposing how bans on so-called “conversion therapy” are actually unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination.

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse and Father Rob Jack discusses how the cultural acceptance of same-sex marriage laid the groundwork for today’s transgender ideology, highlighting the tragic case of a young man whose family fracture, gender confusion, and societal pressures ended in violence and suicide. She explains how lies such as the “affirm or suicide” threat manipulate parents, how divorce destabilizes children’s identities, and how laws banning therapy options force families toward harmful medical interventions. Drawing connections from Enlightenment rationalism to modern transhumanism, Dr. Morse warns that detaching people from reality and their bodies dehumanizes them, and she emphasizes the Ruth Institute’s mission to defend parental rights and restore truth about human sexuality and dignity.

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In this episode of the Dr. J Show, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse sits down with Ray Alexander Williams, a passionate advocate exposing the harms of the Sexual Revolution and standing boldly for faith and truth in today’s culture.

Ray shares his story, his mission, and his insights on how Christians can respond to the lies of our age with courage, clarity, and love. Together, they unpack the real human cost of radical sexual ideologies and what can be done to push back.

Topics Covered:

Ray’s personal journey and faith background

The cultural lies of the Sexual Revolution

How activism and witness intersect with Christian discipleship

The role of media, storytelling, and community in spreading truth

Concrete steps for individuals and churches to make a difference

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00:00 Welcome to The Dr. J Show
00:12 Introduction of guest: Ray Alexander Williams
01:00 Ray’s personal journey of transformation
05:15 Finding healing and hope
09:40 Role of faith in Ray’s testimony
14:25 Struggles with identity and cultural pressures
19:50 Encounter with truth and change
24:10 How family and community responded
28:30 Current work and mission
33:05 Advice for others struggling
37:40 Discussion: cultural lies vs. lived reality
42:15 The importance of resources and support
46:30 Call to action: Visit ruthinstitute.org

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In this episode of the Dr. J Show, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse welcomes Elizabeth Kirk, a distinguished scholar from the Catholic University of America. Together, they delve into the complexities of family law, the challenges of infertility, and the profound journey of adoption. Elizabeth shares her personal experiences and insights on the intersection of faith and family, offering a thoughtful perspective on the Church's teachings and their relevance in today's world. Join us for an enlightening conversation that explores the dignity of the human person and the transformative power of love and faith.

Elizabeth R. Kirk is an Assistant Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Center for Law and the Human Person at the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America. Her scholarship focuses on law and the family, including issues such as parental rights, reproductive technologies, abortion jurisprudence, child welfare, and adoption. She previously served as Director and Kowalski Chair of Catholic Thought at the Institute for Faith and Culture at the St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center at the University of Kansas, and as Associate Director of the Notre Dame Center for Ethics and Culture. Her work has been published by the Institute for Family Studies, Humanum, Public Discourse, First Things, the Texas Review of Law & Politics, and the Notre Dame Journal of Law, Ethics, and Public Policy (forthcoming).

00:00 Introduction to Family Law and Personal Experiences
05:16 The Need for a New Volume on Catholic Sexual Morality
13:16 Personal Journey Through Infertility and Adoption
16:15 Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Adoption
19:20 The Ethical Considerations of IVF and Adoption
28:52 Understanding IVF and Its Ethical Implications
33:08 The Moral Dilemma of IVF Practices
38:25 The Impact of IVF on Marital Relationships
44:41 The Role of Church Teachings in Modern Contexts
49:28 The New Pope & The Lived Experience Book
54:27 Where to Find Elizabeth Kirk
57:46 Thanks for watching, ebook

IVF: Healing and The Catholic Perspective on Infertility | Katie McMann
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Investigative journalist Brandon Showalter joins Father Rob Jack to unpack his powerful testimony at a recent FTC workshop exploring whether transgender medical practices constitute consumer fraud. Drawing on years of reporting, Showalter exposes how deceptive marketing, unethical surgeries, and political ideology have corrupted medicine—especially for vulnerable children. A must-hear discussion on one of today’s most urgent cultural and legal battles.

This episode with Father Rob Jack, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse explores the Midwest Catholic Family Conference in Wichita, Kansas—a vibrant, family-centered gathering that has been thriving for over 25 years. It highlights the unique atmosphere of faith-filled fellowship, the importance of programs that serve every age group, and the inspiring commitment of clergy, laypeople, and volunteers working together. The program also features highlights from three talks, including a special presentation on how parents can respond with truth and compassion to gender ideology, along with powerful stories from families, including testimonies of hope and conversion.