Legislation Made Simple
Join co-hosts Patty Decraene and Jane Robbins as they help you become more aware of how the Georgia legislature operates and what is happening under the Gold Dome.
Jan 25, 2025
All About In Vitro Fertilization
Dr. Kathleen Raviele, retired OB/GYN
Be aware: This program contains a detailed scientific discussion of the entire in vitro fertilization process that may not be suitable for children.
Be aware: This program contains a detailed scientific discussion of the entire in vitro fertilization process that may not be suitable for children.
Dr. Kathleen Raviele, a retired OB/GYN, has been a pillar of the pro-life movement in the Atlanta area. She walks us through the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF), which has become a hot political issue both in Georgia and nationally. How does IVF work? What does the Church teach about it, and why? What are the alternatives for couples struggling to conceive? Join us for this enlightening discussion.
Resources:
Resources:
- Excerpts from The Catechism of the Catholic Church - Part 3: Life in Christ; section 2: The Ten Commandments; Chapter 2: "You Shall Love Your Neighbor as Yourself"; article 6, The Sixth Commandment
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): A Comprehensive Primer, published by Charlotte Lozier Institute
- Information on Reproductive Technology from United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
- Article about embryo adoption by Ronald L. Conte Jr., Roman Catholic theologian
- Information from Catholic Answers on the question, What is Church teaching on embryo adoption?
