In this episode, we sit down with Timothy and Stephanie Gordon to discuss their compelling new book, “Leave and Cleave: Nine Marriage-Prep Secrets, Once Taught, Now Censored.”
We all see the havoc wreaked by divorce. The victims lie strewn everywhere. Why not nip the problem in the bud and start at the beginning—and the head of the marriage river, which is how marriage preparation is done? Tim and Stephanie Gordon, parents of seven, podcast hosts and authors, tackle the essential principles of preparing for a lifelong commitment within the framework of Catholic teaching, including (especially?) the challenging bits.
Here they share their motivation behind writing the book, drawing from their personal experiences and the urgent need they see for revitalizing traditional marriage preparation in the Church. We explore key themes from the book, such as the importance of understanding the sacramental nature of marriage, the biblical roles of husband and wife, and the significance of leaving behind past attachments to fully cleave to one’s spouse. Timothy and Stephanie offer practical advice for couples, blending theological insights with real-world applications.
Whether you’re engaged, married, or simply interested in Catholic views on marriage, this episode provides valuable guidance and inspiration. Tune in for an enriching conversation that promises to strengthen your understanding and approach to Catholic marriage.
In this interview, we cover:
- How marriage prep began to weaken after Vatican II
- Why confusion about the very definition of marriage leads to bad outcomes
- The Gordon’s own journey toward Catholic orthodoxy
- How the extended adolescence of our culture has cause massive disruptions to the very idea of marriage as a lifelong commitment
- Why Humanae Vitae didn’t quote persuade skeptics of Catholic teaching on contraception
- Why the traditional view of the roles of husband and wives is enjoying a resurgence among young Catholics
Resources mentioned in this episode:
The Rules for Retrogrades main website (including the book “Leave and Cleave” under discussion)
Patrick Coffin is the author of four books and was, for almost eight years, the host of the top-rated radio show, Catholic Answers Live.
He is the author of The Contraception Deception: Catholic Teaching On Birth Control; Stay Cool When the Argument Heats Up; Once Saved Not Always Saved, and How to Handle Haters: Seven Tips for Culture Builders, and for almost eight years was the host of the top-rated radio show, Catholic Answers Live.
Patrick has interviewed high-calibre influencers including Dr. Jordan Peterson, Kevin Costner, Tucker Carlson, Judith Reisman, Raymond Cardinal Burke, Michael Medved, and provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos—for starters!
Patrick’s writing has been featured in The National Catholic Register, Catholic World Report, Inside the Vatican, The Toronto Star, and National Review Online.
6 thoughts on “Successful Marriage Prepping—Timothy and Stephanie Gordon”
The US is NOT a Christian nation. Let’s keep it that way.
Our Founding Fathers would disagree with you, Anon Amos, as would the roughly 65% of US citizens who are Christians.
Why is a Catholic site platforming a schismatic sede vacantist? Patrick Coffin is not a Catholic.
So you’re platforming the guy who advocates wife-beating and says women are always stupider than men. Wasn’t Andrew Tate available?
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Patrick’s interview is about:
” How marriage prep began to weaken after Vatican II
Why confusion about the very definition of marriage leads to bad outcomes
The Gordon’s own journey toward Catholic orthodoxy
How the extended adolescence of our culture has cause massive disruptions to the very idea of marriage as a lifelong commitment
Why Humanae Vitae didn’t quote persuade skeptics of Catholic teaching on contraception
Why the traditional view of the roles of husband and wives is enjoying a resurgence among young Catholics”
I got my degree in paralegal studies and my family law professor actually gave us a list of topics she felt couples HAD to discuss before marriage. She said 98% of her clients divorced over something that could have been discussed before marriage. This pre-cana class covered all of them and then some. I really don’t know why there isn’t a non religious version of this class. My fiancé and I definitely plan on keeping our books and referencing back to them.”
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