How can parents introduce children to the global impact of the papacy and authentic Marian devotion through visual storytelling and historical context? On Driving Home the Faith, host Dr. Ken Craycraft welcomes back Colleen Pressprich, author, former missionary, Montessori teacher, and homeschooling mother.

Pressprich discusses her OSV Kids book series, focusing on Kids Discover the Pope and her newest title, Kids Discover Mary. Drawing inspiration from DK Eyewitness-style visual layouts, she explains how Kids Discover the Pope roots the papacy in world history—addressing biblical foundations, papal authority, and delicate historical moments with honesty. Turning to Kids Discover Mary, Pressprich highlights how Marian dogmas, world apparitions, titles, and traditions like Mary gardens guide children directly toward a deeper worship of Jesus Christ. Stream now to listen!

How can parents introduce children to the global impact of the papacy and authentic Marian devotion through visual storytelling and historical context? On Driving Home the Faith, host Dr. Ken Craycraft welcomes back Colleen Pressprich, author, former missionary, Montessori teacher, and homeschooling mother.
Pressprich discusses her OSV Kids book series, focusing on Kids Discover the Pope and her newest title, Kids Discover Mary. Drawing inspiration from DK Eyewitness-style visual layouts, she explains how Kids Discover the Pope roots the papacy in world history&mdash;addressing biblical foundations, papal authority, and delicate historical moments with honesty. Turning to Kids Discover Mary, Pressprich highlights how Marian dogmas, world apparitions, titles, and traditions like Mary gardens guide children directly toward a deeper worship of Jesus Christ. Stream now to listen!

Dr. Ken Craycraft hosts Driving Home the Faith, catching you up on what’s going on in the world, across the country and in our local Catholic community. 

Dr. Ken Craycraft hosts Driving Home the Faith, catching you up on what&rsquo;s going on in the world, across the country and in our local Catholic community.&nbsp;

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Today, Ken talks with Dr. Samuel Johnson about spring classes at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary and School of Theology, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse about young people who “go no-contact” with families, and much more — plus traffic and weather! Listen in at sacredheartradio.com/listen

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Today, Ken talks with Dr. Samuel Johnson about spring classes at Mount St. Mary&rsquo;s Seminary and School of Theology, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse about young people who &ldquo;go no-contact&rdquo; with families, and much more &mdash; plus traffic and weather! Listen in at&nbsp;<a href="http://sacredheartradio.com/listen">sacredheartradio.com/listen</a>
Read &ldquo;But for Harvard?&rdquo; at <a href="https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/but-for-harvard">crisismagazine.com</a>
Mount St. Mary&rsquo;s Seminary and School of Theology is at <a href="https://www.athenaeum.edu/">athenaeum.edu</a>
Read &ldquo;The Messenger&rdquo; at&nbsp;<a href="https://covdio.org/messenger/">covdio.org</a>
The Ruth Institute is at&nbsp;<a href="https://ruthinstitute.org/?srsltid=AfmBOop8p0hZKzLNbvpduvDTG6x76ZBEkxvXTAY9SzPoLJf1VSM07j3p">ruthinstitute.org</a>
Get &ldquo;The Sexual State&rdquo; at <a href="https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-sexual-state-how-elite-ideologies-are-destroying-lives-and-why-the-church-was-right-all-along/">tanbooks.com</a>
The Diocese of Cookston is at <a href="https://crookston.org/">crookston.org</a>
The National Eucharistic Congress is at <a href="https://eucharisticcongress.org/">eucharisticcongress.org</a>
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Driving Home the Faith 2026.10.22

How can Catholic healthcare professionals and philosophers balance genuine compassion for individuals experiencing gender dysphoria with an unwavering commitment to biological reality and ethical medical care? On Driving Home the Faith, host Dr. Ken Craycraft welcomes back Dr. Christopher Kaczor, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University and author of Vital Conflicts: Debating Abortion, Gender Treatments, and Claims of Conscience (Ignatius Press).

Dr. Kaczor addresses the critical distinction between political gender ideology and authentic psychological suffering, drawing parallels to clinical eating disorders to illustrate why medicalizing gender dysphoria in youth can cause profound harm. He cites clinical research showing high desistance rates among young people as they mature and calls for treatment rooted in truth and bodily integrity. Finally, Dr. Kaczor unpacks the distinction between "conscientious objection" and "conscientious provision," defending the right of Catholic institutions and healthcare providers to refuse participation in unethical medical practices like chemical gender transitions, abortion, and physician-assisted suicide. Stream now to listen!

How can Catholic healthcare professionals and philosophers balance genuine compassion for individuals experiencing gender dysphoria with an unwavering commitment to biological reality and ethical medical care? On Driving Home the Faith, host Dr. Ken Craycraft welcomes back Dr. Christopher Kaczor, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University and author of Vital Conflicts: Debating Abortion, Gender Treatments, and Claims of Conscience (Ignatius Press).
Dr. Kaczor addresses the critical distinction between political gender ideology and authentic psychological suffering, drawing parallels to clinical eating disorders to illustrate why medicalizing gender dysphoria in youth can cause profound harm. He cites clinical research showing high desistance rates among young people as they mature and calls for treatment rooted in truth and bodily integrity. Finally, Dr. Kaczor unpacks the distinction between "conscientious objection" and "conscientious provision," defending the right of Catholic institutions and healthcare providers to refuse participation in unethical medical practices like chemical gender transitions, abortion, and physician-assisted suicide. Stream now to listen!

Compassion, Gender Theory, and Conscience Protections: Dr. Christopher Kaczor on Vital Conflicts Part 2

How should Catholic philosophers and healthcare professionals respond to contemporary debates surrounding abortion, gender medicalization, and freedom of conscience? On Driving Home the Faith, host Dr. Ken Craycraft welcomes Dr. Christopher Kaczor, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University, corresponding member of the Pontifical Academy for Life, and author of Vital Conflicts: Debating Abortion, Gender Treatments, and Claims of Conscience (Ignatius Press).

Dr. Kaczor explains the title Vital Conflicts, linking it to the Latin vitae (life) and outlining how abortion, gender dysphoria treatments, and conscience protections for Catholic healthcare providers all directly impact the sanctity and quality of human life. He addresses challenges in debating postmodern gender theory, emphasizing how the natural law and basic principles of justice remain evident in human action. Dr. Kaczor also unpacks the philosophical concept of human dignity, defending its foundational role in moral theology while distinguishing intrinsic, ontological dignity from attributed or moral dignity. Stream now to listen!

How should Catholic philosophers and healthcare professionals respond to contemporary debates surrounding abortion, gender medicalization, and freedom of conscience? On Driving Home the Faith, host Dr. Ken Craycraft welcomes Dr. Christopher Kaczor, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University, corresponding member of the Pontifical Academy for Life, and author of Vital Conflicts: Debating Abortion, Gender Treatments, and Claims of Conscience (Ignatius Press).
Dr. Kaczor explains the title Vital Conflicts, linking it to the Latin vitae (life) and outlining how abortion, gender dysphoria treatments, and conscience protections for Catholic healthcare providers all directly impact the sanctity and quality of human life. He addresses challenges in debating postmodern gender theory, emphasizing how the natural law and basic principles of justice remain evident in human action. Dr. Kaczor also unpacks the philosophical concept of human dignity, defending its foundational role in moral theology while distinguishing intrinsic, ontological dignity from attributed or moral dignity. Stream now to listen!

Engaging Young Hearts in Faith and History: Colleen Pressprich on Kids Discover Mary and Kids Discover the Pope

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