Hannah's Children ft. Catherine Ruth Pakaluk (Finding the Faith S. 2 Ep. 26)

In this compelling episode of Finding the Faith, we sit down with Catherine Ruth Pakaluk, professor at The Catholic University of America and author of Hannah's Children: Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth. Pakaluk shares her profound insights on the intersection of faith, family, and career. We delve into her personal faith journey, her experiences as a mother of eight, and her perspectives on the challenges and rewards of integrating faith into academia. Pakaluk also discusses the inspiration behind her book and the vital themes it addresses, including the role of religion in modern fertility trends and the importance of community support for families. Whether you're interested in the personal experiences of balancing faith and family or the broader societal implications of fertility trends, this episode offers a wealth of thought-provoking content. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that bridges the personal and the academic, providing valuable takeaways for listeners of all backgrounds.GUEST LINKS -Catherine's website: https://catherine.pakaluk.com/Catherine's Twitter: https://x.com/CRPakalukBEFORE YOU GO Please consider supporting our friend of the show, Jess, as her and her husband Josh continue on in the adoption process.GiveSendGo: https://www.givesendgo.com/Holmes_Adoption?utm_source=xUse my link here to follow my socials and to support the show: https://solo.to/findingthefaithStay Based. Stay Blessed.