Show Notes
This week, we talk about the complicated moral quandaries posed by IVF—including the topic of embryo adoption. What does the Magisterium of the Church have to say on this subject? And how should we respond to the Church whenever we’re told No? Show notes: * Does the Catholic Church Approve of Embryo Adoption? * Donum Vitae * Dignitas Personae * The Vatican's Orphans from 60 minutes * IVF is Not the Way by Stacy Trasancos, PH.D.
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