Marriage as a Reflection of God’s Love: Catholic Teaching on NFP (Part 1)
Have you ever wondered why the Catholic Church condemns contraception? And if contracepting is immoral, why are couples allowed to use Natural Family Planning (NFP)?
This is a hot button issue for many modern Catholics. So, we’ve prepared a two-part series to help you understand the Catholic Church’s teaching on marriage, contraception, and NFP. In order to understand why contraception is immoral but NFP is allowed, you must first understand what the Catholic Church teaches about marriage.
In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet uses Humanae Vitae, Sacred Scripture, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church to discuss why marriage is a free, total, faithful, and fruitful covenant. In the following episode, Father will return to build upon the themes introduced in this conversation and explain what the Catholic Church teaches about contraception and Natural Family Planning.
Watch the second episode of the series here: Natural Family Planning vs Contraception: Catholic Teaching on NFP (Part 2) | Human Life International
Topics in this episode:
– Why marriage reflects God’s love for His people
– What Humanae Vitae says about the 4 aspects of marriage (free, total, faithful, fruitful)
– How conjugal love renews the wedding vows
– Why fruitfulness matters in God’s design
– The link between marriage and understanding God’s love
Whether you’re newly engaged, married for decades, or simply seeking clarity, this episode provides timeless wisdom and encouragement.
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