What’s Wrong with Third-Party Reproduction? (Patience Sunne) 9/8/26

What’s Wrong with Third-Party Reproduction? (Patience Sunne) 9/8/26

September 8, 2026 · 51 min · Season 8 · Episode 165

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Patience Sunne discusses the implications of third-party reproduction compared to adoption, focusing on children's needs and identity.

We welcome Patience Sunne, Engagement Director at Them Before Us, to examine the differences between adoption and surrogacy or IVF. What happens when the desire of adults to have a child takes precedence over the child’s needs? How do these practices shape a child’s sense of identity and connection to his or her biological family? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes The "Primal Wound" No, Adoption and Third-Party Reproduction Are Not the Same Them Before Us It's A Girl Babies, Made to Order: The New York Times Sounds the Reproductive Technology Alarm Orchid Health iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

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