The Family Room (The Quest)

Join co-hosts Mari Cleveland from St. Jude the Apostle and John Gordon and Craig Wesemeyer from St. Peter Chanel as they speak with authors, theologians, and local priests and lay leaders to provide your family encouragement, resources, and hope. Enjoy heartfelt stories and engaging conversations with Catholics who are excited to share their life experiences and acquired wisdom to help your family continue to live out your faith with joy.
Authentic Love and Dating
Feb 9, 2022

Ordained in 2001, Father Martin Connor, L.C., has turned his attention to having life-giving (not death-dealing) conversations with young adults about the total and unconditional gift of self that is true love. In his books and podcasts, Father Martin interviews young people who yearn for the deeper, lasting relationships that truly satisfy our hearts. He does not shy away from the troubling waters of our times, like the hook-up culture, cohabitation (which predicts relational dissatisfaction and divorce), and pornography use. Healthy dating involves slowing down and introspection. Spiritual direction, self-assessment, and support from family and friends help us all love others as Christ loves us. The resources below will help you start those conversations that lead to authentic love and dating for the noble purpose of married life.

Resources

Key Scripture

  • Gen 1:26: “Then God said: Let us make human beings in our image, after our likeness.”
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