Breakfast With Bacon Radio Show - Dr. Christine Bacon, the Relationship Doctor

Pornography in Marriage: When the "Subject" of Love Becomes the "Object" of Lust

8/17/2018

Christine Bacon and Leslie Brown smiling in the broadcat studios.

Host Christine Bacon, Ph.D. with guest theologian and graduate of he John Paul II Institute of Marriage and Family, Leslie Brown behind the microphones at the WKQA studios in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

Is pornography ever good? Is it ever right to be used in the marital relationship? What is lust? Can I lust for my spouse? What does God think? What is the theology of the body? Guest theologian Leslie Brown and Dr. Christine Bacon discuss these questions and more in an attempt to set straight some of the common cultural misunderstandings about sex in and outside of marriage. It's an eye-opening conversation you'll want to share with anyone you know who seeks to have a fulfilling and loving relationship. Be ready to be challenged.

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Chastity in 2018: Still Virtuous After All These Years

8/10/2018

Dr. Christine Bacon hugging guest Leslie Brown.

Dr. Christine Bacon and regular contributing guest theologian Leslie Brown at the WKQA recording studios in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

Is chastity a thing of the past? Are there still benefits to being chaste? Why is chastity one of the twelve Christian virtues? When a virtue is defined as "a disposition to do the good" it is essential for humans today to understand why protecting one's sexuality is, at its core, truly good. In a culture of "use" where chastity is such a non-value, today's conversation with theologian Leslie Brown brings about a refreshing return to the beauty of this gift of love. Listen in and be encouraged as this age-old virtue is given renewed interest and understanding in a world so desperately in need of it.

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Lighting the Way: How Our Culture Went Wrong and How We Can Restore Order

8/3/2018

Author John Horvat II discusses his new book "Lighting the Way" with Dr. Christine Bacon. **Click on image for more information about Horvat, his writings and how to get the book.**

International speaker, scholar educator and author John Horvat II discusses his new book "Lighting the Way" (Co-authored with Norman J. Fulkerson) which is a collection of thought-provoking essays on people, the present crisis and aspects of organic Christian society in America. Listeners are left with the inspiring message of the book that yes, we can recognize and work towards an organic Christian order in America, even here and now in the frantic and unrestrained culture. Enjoy this conversation in everyday language that uplift and encourage you that a better society is very possible.

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The Blessings of Adoption: God's Second Best Plan for Children.

7/27/2018

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Guest scholar, priest and Senior Research Associate of the Ruth Institute is proudest of his roles as husband to Patricia and father to three children--two adopted. **To learn more about or to contact Fr. Sullins, click on image.**

Paul Sullins, Ph.D. is not only a Catholic priest, and a researcher in the areas of child development and parenting, he is married and the father of three interracial children: two adopted and one biological. With one of those children considered "special needs" Dr. Sullins is not only passionate about adoption but extremely well aware of the pros and cons associated with this blessed option as well. If you are adopted, have adopted or are considering adoption, you'll want to listen in as Dr. Sullins enlightens listeners with lessons learned from both research and lived experience. You'll be glad you did.

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A Conversation on Truth and Love: Engaging the Dialogue on Progress, Holiness and Other Deep Stuff

7/20/2018

Guest Leslie Brown and Dr. Christine Bacon snuggling their favorite millennial Thaddeus Boyd after their discussion on God's design for marriage. We are always blessed to have someone willing to offer opinions that sometimes oppose ours and yet do so with an open mind and heart.

We continue our conversation between the genders and generations on the subject of love, sex, marriage and other crazy, uncomfortable and misunderstood topics in our world today. For instance, what do "young" people think when we say that marriage is to make us holy and not happy? Heck, what do "old" people think?! Is "progress" good or is it just a blanket covering for anything that goes against tradition? Listen in and join the conversation. You may just be enlightened and enjoy yourself along the way.

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Defending Your Faith: Standing Firm in a Post-Christian Culture that Seeks to Silence and Separate.

7/13/2018

Seth Doherty and Dr. Christine Bacon behind the broadcast desk at WKQA.

Regular contributing guest Seth Doherty and host Dr. Christine M. Bacon after yet another energized and lively discussion on the "Breakfast with Bacon" show.

Do you know how to stand firm in your faith amidst this culture that has turned against or even become hostile to God? So many are fearful or uncertain of how to speak up when they are faced with opinions or outbursts from those who come against them or the values they hold dearly. Today's Guest Seth Doherty instructs listeners on five principles to doing so while continuing to "love our enemies." Listen in and be empowered.

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The Dynamic Deacon: Sharing Humility, Prayer and Service through the Lens of His Catholic Faith.

6/29/2018

Dr. Christine Bacon interviews "The Dynamic Deacon" Harold Burke-Sivers in the WKQA studios in Hampton Roads, Virginia. **Click on image to contact or learn more about Deacon Burke-Sivers.

Known around the world as "The Dynamic Deacon" Harold Burke-Sivers is one of the most sought after speakers in the Catholic church today. A powerful and passionate evangelist and preacher, he brings his no-nonsense approach to living and proclaiming the Catholic faith to Breakfast with Bacon listeners. Listen in to be both challenged and inspired as he and host Christine Bacon discuss marriage and family life, evangelization and so much more. Prepare to be blessed!

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The Doctor Returns: Intellectual and Spiritual Medicine for the Soul through Faith, Reason and Fun

6/22/2018

Drs. ALan Campbell and Christine Bacon behind the recoding microphones in the WKQA studios.

Guest Dr. Alan Campbell rejoins Dr. Christine Bacon behind the Breakfast with Bacon studio microphones for another engaging broadcast.

Dr. Alan Campbell returns to the WKQA studios to continue the thought-provoking conversation about everything from disagreements on purgatory to biblical understandings of pharmaceuticals and so much more. Learning can sometimes be both engaging and enlightening. Join in the conversation between these two doctors whose loving banter will enlighten your mind and lighten your day.

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Chasing Sex or Sexually Chaste: Understanding the Value of Restraint in a Culture with No Rules

6/1/2018

Dr. Christine Bacon and guest Leslie Brown posing with spirit fingers and smiles in the WKQA studio.

Guest Leslie Brown, MA in Theology from the John Paul II Institute on Marriage and Family having fun with host Dr. Christine Bacon after part one of their conversation on the value of chastity in today's culture where they were joined by Millennials Thaddeus Boyd and Ethan Boudreau.

Is chastity even a thing anymore? Why bother waiting in a culture that says hookups and Friends-with-Benefits relationships promise that you can have all the joys of sex with no strings attached? Can feelings really be turned off and can sex ever be separated from relationship? Join Part one of this very engaging conversation between two Millennial Males and two Gen-X females as we begin to recognize the clear schism in values being faced in families and communities today. It's already generating a lot of conversation you won't want to miss.

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Catholic Priest and University Scholar Discusses Research Implications of Same-Sex Parenting

5/18/2018

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The Rev. Dr. Paul Sullins, Catholic priest, researcher and newest member the Ruth Institute discusses same-sex parenting on the Breakfast with Bacon show. For more information about Dr. Sullins or the Ruth Institute, click on image.

Can same-sex parents provide for their children the same things as can a mother and father together? Today's gay "marriage" advocates might argue there are no differences. But what do the research data reveal? Today's guest answers this question as he's spent his lifetime researching the issue of same-sex parenting. Listen in to this leader in the field to learn some of the implications for child development and arm yourself with information that will help you better explain the science that informs your faith.

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