Dr. J Show Episode 280.

Are people really born gay? Is it true that no one ever changes? And what about those who feel same-sex desires but never act on them—what does healing look like for them?

On this week’s episode of The Dr. J Show, we sit down with AJ Benjamin—a faithful Catholic, husband, father, and counselor—who bravely opens up about his long struggle with same-sex attraction. Though he never acted out sexually, AJ describes the intense emotional and spiritual turmoil that once consumed him… and the radical transformation that followed when he surrendered it all to Christ.

With clarity, humility, and compassion, AJ reveals the family wounds that shaped his identity, the healing power of Our Lady and the sacraments, and how authentic brotherhood helped him rediscover true masculinity. His story will resonate with anyone—Catholic or not—who believes that truth and love go hand in hand.

Chapters 00:00 Understanding Sexual Orientation and Identity 01:58 A.J. Benjamin's Personal Journey 05:48 The Nature of Same-Sex Attraction 11:48 Exploring the Origins of Same-Sex Attraction 18:04 The Role of Therapy and Support Systems 24:07 The Importance of Male Camaraderie 36:05 Faith and Personal Transformation

When the Son Frees You: A Catholic Man's Journey of Healing From Same-Sex Attraction

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The Tilma of Guadalupe

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Basilica of Our Lady of Fatima

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Miracle of the Sun https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b0/Miracle_du_soleil_attente_pluie.jpg https://picryl.com/media/miracle-of-the-sun-0c9100?zoom=true https://itoldya420.getarchive.net/amp/media/danse-du-soleil-fatima-13-oct-1917-764d84

The children who saw Our Lady of Fatima https://picryl.com/media/fatima-children-with-rosaries-0ea2f2?zoom=true

Our Lady of Fatima https://www.flickr.com/photos/catholicism/34587584510

The Servant of God, Maria Esperanza de Bianchini http://www.thesilentknight.net/writings/maria-esperanza-and-a-kiss-from-our-lady https://sign.org/articles/servant-of-god-maria-esperanza-prophecy-and-hope-245796 https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2019/07/21/she-had-a-heart-for-souls-the-life-and-cause-of-servant-of-god-maria-esperanza-de-bianchini/

Reverend Mother Mary Angelica https://www.olamshrine.com/about/mother-angelica

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