Many people believe that the mind and body are somehow separate, that our bodies are not integral to our identity. In this episode, Bishop Ruggieri explains the truth that our bodies, minds and souls are all integral aspects of human nature.

Bishop Ruggieri also explains how to respond to people who struggle with gender dysphoria. We must accompany them with love, though we must not be complicit in encouraging false ideas.

A full transcription with sources cited can be found at https://portlanddiocese.org/news/gender-identity-and-truth-body-auspice-maria-ep-20