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Ask Christopher West

Theology of the Body Institute
Theology Of the Body
Marriage
Catholic Faith
John Paul II
Masculinity
Sexuality
Intimacy
Natural Family Planning
Pornography
Christianity
Contraception
Intimacy In Marriage
Healing
Love and Responsibility
Femininity
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Parenting
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Since the early 90's, author and speaker Christopher West has devoted his life to spreading John Paul II's revolutionary teaching on human life, love, and sexuality: The Theology of the Body. His beloved wife Wendy, mother of their five children, has served as his confidante, friend, and support through these long years of ministry. In this podcast, Christopher and Wendy combine their wisdom to ta... more

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* In my previous relationship, we were trying to abstain from sex. I knew he was watching porn and working on that too. A week after breaking up, he started sleeping with someone else and since has been sleeping with... more

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* ā€œI cry every Christmas season when I reflect on the baby Jesus. Like if I imagine myself holding him. And it's not just at Christmas, I've also cried during Advent, Lent, Holy Week, especially the Easter Vigil, Eas... more

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* I want to fully understand Theology of the Body but struggle due to a history with porn addiction. Exposed at 13, I fell away from the Church and entered an ill-advised marriage where porn use was encouraged, endin... more

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Talks about chastity and sexuality from a Catholic perspective.
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Christopher West
Host of Ask Christopher West, co-host with Wendy West; long-time Catholic author/speaker focused on Theology of the Body.
Wendy West
Co-host, partner in ministry, and wife of Christopher West; contributes personal insight and pastoral guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Depth and Knowledge

    Thank you to this podcast for not judging these hard questions we all have in the depths of our hearts as we navigate being more like Jesus. Christopher and Wendy both know so much about TOB (Theology of the Body) and all of the intricate questions that come from it and our fallen world. God bless you both!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AHath
    United Statesa month ago
  • I have no words

    I have no words to thank God for Christopher and Wendy. Their teachings are so real so lifesaving so gentle and yet so honest and true. I bet this is how Jesus spoke

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the93s
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • I only have 14 left to listen to 🄹😱

    I’ve been unbelievably blessed by your ministry. I just started listening to your podcast the first weekend of Lent, when I was looking for a reliable resource (in English) to offer someone an insight into the Church’s teaching on the current gender confusion.

    I’m a Spanish speaker and moved to the U.S. two and a half years ago. I didn’t speak English at all, so I was surprised to realize, while listening to you, that I was able to follow a long conversation in English! I also started learning ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Serghina
    United Statesa year ago
  • 1Derick

    The reactions to the questions are so powerful. The answers help me, so I can only imagine how they help the actual questioners. It would be great to hear from the questioners and how they have been impacted.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1Derick
    United Statesa year ago
  • Change lives!

    Thanks my friends! Both of you are a beautiful instrument of God. You have change my life! God bless you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OSJAcarlos
    United Statesa year ago

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Many highlight the hosts' marriage as a strength that informs their advice on love and purity.
People appreciate the accessible, faith-centered approach to tough questions about sex, marriage, and parenting.
Some note desire for balanced airtime between the hosts, specifically wishing Wendy's voice to be heard more in discussions.
Overall, listeners praise practical, compassionate guidance grounded in Catholic teaching.

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Enduring gossip of a former partner’s promiscuity, Losing physical affection after enforcing a strict kissing boundary, and Shifting from same-sex desires to fantasies. | ACW385
Q: In my previous relationship, we were trying to abstain from sex, but porn and breakup caused pain and questions about whether the relationship could be healthy; how should I respond to this pain and navigate forgiveness and healing?
The path is to acknowledge the pain, seek truth in the love of Christ, and offer your pain as intercession for the other person while pursuing healing through prayer, therapy, and studying TOB to learn self-mastery and the dignity of the person.
Proving Recovery from Porn to a Partner, Re-evaluating Male Shirtlessness & The Ethics of Menstrual Cups | ACW383
Q: Should men have a level of modesty and cover up too while swimming, or is it modest for men to swim shirtless since that's what's acceptable in our culture?
Affirm the sincere concern, explain that modesty depends on context and reverence for the body, and encourage communicating with one's partner to understand each other's feelings, while emphasizing that true modesty flows from reverence rather than simply clothing choices.
Crying through the liturgical year, Standing firm on chastity, and Healing from a boyfriend’s hidden lust. | ACW384
Q: Anonymous listener facing a boyfriend's pornography use and ongoing lust. How can she endure the pain and still move toward a healing future in marriage, especially when the partner seems to be improving but is not fully free?
Acknowledge the real pain while holding onto hope and realistic expectations. Pain can be a sign of truth and the need for ongoing healing. Encourage continual prayer, seek counsel, and remain open to the possibility of growth and repentance in the relationship, while ensuring boundaries and self-worth are protected. The process is long, and sustained support from faith, community, and spiritual guidance is essential.
Crying through the liturgical year, Standing firm on chastity, and Healing from a boyfriend’s hidden lust. | ACW384
Q: I feel passionately about living out the teachings of Theology of the Body in my life and future marriage. I'm finding a dilemma that many Catholic men want to break off a relationship when they find out I don't want to have sex or engage in any acts or orgasms separated from sex open to life in marriage. What should I do?
Stand firm in your convictions and recognize your worth. It's important to screen partners early and not settle for relationships that don't align with the truth of married life. Seek a partner who shares the same commitment to sexuality within the context of marriage, and consider practical steps like reading resources together before dating further. Trust that God's plan is worth pursuing and that a compatible partner will be drawn to living the truth with you.
Healing Sexual Performance Wounds, Wearing ā€œSexyā€ Attire in Marriage & How Find God’s Gaze | ACW382
Q: Can you talk about lingerie or sexy attire within the privacy of marriage and Catholic teaching?
Eduardo asks about lingerie; the hosts caution against letting cultural advertising shape a false sense of sexuality, emphasize that marriage does not legalize lust, and encourage discernment about what dress stirs in the heart, aiming to foster eros oriented toward agape rather than lust, suggesting discussion with the fiancƩ and a thoughtful link to additional resources.

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A faith-focused show that answers intimate questions about marriage, sexuality, and the body through John Paul II's Theology of the Body. The hosts provide pastoral guidance, weaving scripture, Catholic teaching, and personal anecdotes to help listeners navigate relationships, purity, and healing within marriage. Noteworthy is the balanced, marriage-centered dynamic between Christopher and Wendy West and their emphasis on grace, truth, and practical application for modern relationships.

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