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EPISODE · Jul 20, 2026 · 1H 1M

The Gift of the Church's No: IVF & Embryo Adoption

from Visitation Sessions (A Podcast) · host Casey Stapleton, Emily Stimpson Chapman, Kate, and Chris Chapman

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. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit visitationsessions.substack.com/subscribe

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