The Transgender Question

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[@michaeltimpanaro5622]

And there is the real reason behind these talks. Money.

[@DFDF-o5w]

Please Father Mike make a video on friendship as I am struggling so hard please help me with a video thank you

[@weirddude6260]

I'm a Catholic who's struggled with gender dysphoria since I was a kid. I actually think this video is fantastic and totally on point. I never transitioned, and it is incredibly hard, but it really did get better for me as I strove to be a healthier person, supported by friends who both affirmed me as a male, and also affirmed that my differences are good and lovable as well. That did take many years and I'm still healing. I have friends who transitioned, and while they experienced satisfaction from their transition, I honestly feel I ended up in a much happier, healthier place. So yes, people experiencing gender dysphoria do need a TON of love and support, and it's a difficult path, but as someone who's experienced this, Father Mike is totally correct.

[@NobodyxImportant]

God bless you! I’m also struggling with dysphoria and have decided not to transition. Thank you for sharing. I really needed to know that I’m not alone.

[@guthriesavagefriedman35]

@@NobodyxImportant it's extremely uplifting to see these comments. Things like same sex attraction and gender dysphoria are extremely difficult crosses to bear and imo those who stick the faith with these conditions are modern day saints. It always brightens my day to see SSA or gender-dysphoric Catholics carrying their cross even when society will tell you how "liberating" it is to drop your struggles towards holiness like ballast. As Teresa of Avila says “In light of heaven, the worst suffering on earth will be seen to be no more serious than one night in an inconvenient hotel.” God bless and Mary keep you both.

[@NobodyxImportant]

Guthrie Savage Friedman I desperately needed that encouragement right now. Thank you very much for edifying me instead of judging me like many on both sides of the issue do. It’s so much harder than people realize to accept yourself as the gender you’re born as for people with gender dysphoria. We can’t just “not think about it.” It’s a constant temptation to want to be who you think you are. The thought cycles never fail to reach the endpoint of “you’re not a man, you never were, and you never will be.” The curse is that it doesn’t truly end there... that’s just where that episode ends. It’s a daily struggle over something others deem arbitrary. Most like me want to be free, but we don’t want to give into it to feel that freedom. I believe Jesus can heal me. I honestly can’t fathom just how sweet the relief will be to feel like I belong inside my earthly vessel; and if it doesn’t happen in this lifetime, I’ll be blessed eternally in heaven for running the race and fighting the good fight. That’s why I fight it. He who is inside of me is greater than the one in the world. I’m so grateful to have Godly thoughts to counteract the intrusive ones, and I’m grateful to know that there are people like you who love us, the people who struggle with the issue, and still accept us as part of God’s family. ❤️ Thank you.

[@NobodyxImportant]

Guthrie Savage Friedman You made my day, btw. Sorry for such a long reply!

[@weirddude6260]

​@@NobodyxImportant I'm really thankful that was some encouragement! And I'd suggest not just asking God to heal you, but just to sit and be close to God and let Him comfort you as you share. And it's even ok to tell God things like "I'm really hating my body today because..." and then let God comfort you. Honestly, I have intense gender dysphoria about every six months, and sometimes I just sit with God and cry. It used to be that bad every two days, so it has gotten better. And I totally get the thought patterns you mentioned. In my case, getting affirmations from friends that I could be male but express myself in different ways really helped. So rather than thinking those thoughts of being the wrong sex, they get replaced with thoughts of "I really am male, just a different kind of male, and people can love me and like me being a different kind of male. That is who God made me, and it's ok." I'll pray for you!

[@markg.4246]

I believe it was Mother Theresa who said, “If we spend all our time judging others, we have no time to love them”.

[@teresaharper3198]

Have you seen the new things that have came out about Mother Theresa? Blew my mind!!!!!! Look into that "place" not even a Hospital but when she got sick herself she went to a "A Real HOSPITAL"... FOR REAL PAIN MEDS..

[@flufftronable]

Teresa Harper yes she sounded like a selfish person, I read Christopher Hitchens book the missionary position, all fact based

[@markg.4246]

flufftronable Everyone has character defects and shortcomings, but you would have us believe that you’ve never been selfish, or judgmental. Got it!

[@flufftronable]

Mark G. What she allegedly done is more than a defect it is a person character

[@markg.4246]

flufftronable We’ve ALL been selfish, look in the mirror.

[@josephalani3035]

As a non-theist this was an amazing argument. Everything was calm and civil and extremely logical. I can now truly appreciate the catholic view on this issue Coming back to this years later just to say that just because I can appreciate the viewpoint and say it was a good argument doesn't mean it's necessarily a correct one, which I think is something a lot of people who responded to this are missing. This guy is still not an intelligent person who you should use to base any of your opinions off of (feel free to go through his other videos) and in all honestly comparing someone that feels like they are transgender to a boy who feels like a dog is a massively degrading thing in hindsight. What this comment was more so saying was that it's nice to see the ideas expressed in a calm rational manner rather than the "oH mY gOsH tHeY wAnT tO uSe ThE sAmE bAtHrOoM aS mE eWwWwW" manner that we see 99% of the time this is argued about. Now I'm also not saying that the transgendered community/supporters have the 100% right of everything either, but we all just need to remember that everyone is human and we should treat everyone with respect. If you want people to respect your personal beliefs you also have to respect theirs

[@stevenpatrickstone766]

Joe Blow Yea I can too. They're simple minded nut cases.

[@roseyfox8437]

+Joe Blow heh he was very civil and nice about. but i still half to disagree with me being trans. Xb lol

[@lougalou04]

+Steven Patrick Stone From this comment, I assume you're an atheist? If you are, can you explain why atheists must belittle those they disagree with with harsh belittling derogatory comments? Why are atheists such angry hostile people. In the end, it's you who I find pitiful.

[@roseyfox8437]

+lougalou04 Umm I'm Christian and his comment didn't feel like I was being belittle about it. Cause is point is he was using logical sense and not quoting biblical literature to justify his view point. But as I said I'm trans and disagree. I am sure If I met this pasture and showed him my life told him how I felt showed him the statistics and the science behind it. He might be understand why I feel like this more. X3

[@roseyfox8437]

+lougalou04 oh ok ya I see the offensive comment now. Heh that his view, I nor you can change that. But he should show respect as i would him in his lack of faith and belief.

[@jamesrademacher7873]

I'm 35 and have been secular my entire life. I've recently begun looking into catholicism for the sake of my children. I'm hoping for an epiphany if I'm lucky. I've been listening to your videos for a couple weeks now and I seen this video and with the way things are going these days I have to admit I was worried but I think you hit the nail directly on the head and I'm grateful for that. Thanks father.

[@rhwinner]

Bless you in your discernment. 💗🙏💗

[@luckyhands64]

Glad I’m not the only one. Making the journey for my daughter. Been a firm atheist from college to early on my profession. I can say I feel at home in the church

[@CIA.2024-u9b]

Good to hear James. Please (!) also look into it for yourself! We need it these days.

[@bernadettesolomons1870]

Pray for the gifts of wisdom, discernment and right judgement. Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you

[@kathybailey436]

John 6:16 Run to Jesus. Put your faith and trust in Him. Give him your whole ❤️.

[@middleamerican8462]

As a Catholic, I truly appreciate the positive comments from atheists. While we differ on some issues, we’re all human. Thank you again for respecting our personal beliefs.

[@Afternoondreamers]

Kyle Spencer My mother is Catholic, I have to respect Catholics :-)

[@CastilleCastillac]

Kyle Spencer Well at least pray for them so they can convert to the Truth. It’s hurts me so many people not even knowing what they are saying with « I am an atheist ». They know so little they are listening to a Catholic priest Channel. They are thirsty, they are crying after their Father, but word/flesh/Devil (all the same) is pulling them apart from the Truth, the Way and the Life. Pray for them, they have to become catholic for the good of their soul.

[@middleamerican8462]

While I agree. Every person chooses their own path in life. All we can do is spread the word of a God and let all people know we will welcome them with open arms.

[@Max4Z]

Castille Castillac such a pitiful comment

[@middleamerican8462]

What comment was pitiful?

[@patrickwest08]

Father mike, I’m an atheist, but I wanted to say thank you for creating such a thoughtful video. Especially considering how sensitive some people can be about this topic.

[@jamesphoenix411]

Save your soul, confess that Jesus is your saviour, submit and pledge your allegiance to Rome.

[@zacharyvandress1120]

@@jamesphoenix411 why would he pledge allegiance to Rome? The Catholic church is not owned by Rome. The Vatican is in Rome and that is all. The church is all over the world

[@tonybarron6377]

Whatever takes your time, that's your God.

[@tonybarron6377]

@@jamesphoenix411 You need to read the Bible.

[@tonybarron6377]

Patrick west; so you have faith that something was created out of nothing?

[@angelkrystal1495]

I love how loving and not judgmental you are. God bless

[@tonybarron6377]

You only love his unrightessness because he is a friend of the world

[@jcpenny2438]

True love is nonjudgemental and willing the best for another. Love is never to be condemned:)

[@benuchytil3834]

Do not be fooled. Judgmental statements are often made with a smile. Here, Father Mike is attacking transgender people with a misleading smile.

[@thiershate6069]

Fun fact pink was until sometime recently associated with boys not girls

[@sienkiewiczmonika1161]

Yes. Pink was considered a strong colour.

[@Mexican_Jedi]

Pink is such an awesome color.

[@gear772]

And people say this is a religion of hate

[@kaylisprance3788]

Fred Bill not the religion itself, it’s the people behind it/how they decide to spread their views :)

[@JM-ww8vr]

Correct, because non believers never like to hear the truth. When Catholics speak the truth, it’s considered hate speech.

[@tonybarron6377]

They are a religion that are full of deception, they are wolves in sheep's clothing.

[@Jms7770]

Tony Barron leave your ignorance and educate yourself on the religion, in the beliefs, when you search trying to find fault of course you’ll find nothing but deception. So instead of hate spreading educate yourself on why people give their lives to serve God like this man. Odds are even if you don’t agree with it you will be able to respect and understand. God Bless

[@tonybarron6377]

@@Jms7770 I only say what the Bible says your reprobated church fits the description in the Bible perfectly.

[@Joetheshow445]

I love this priest. He said it beautiful, “if perception isn’t matching up with reality then it’s not reality that has to change, it’s perception that has to change”

[@Donna-cc1kt]

Ahhh, is that possible? Your reality isn’t mine.

[@rossconnor8614]

@@Donna-cc1kt Reality isn't unique to each person.

[@casuallavaring]

You misunderstand the issue. Transgender people are not delusional. They KNOW, physically, they are not in the body of their preferred sex. The issue is not in their "perception," it is the deep despair over the reality of their mind not matching up with the reality of their corporeal body.

[@SemmelOff]

Trans people are not delusional. The existence of trans people is backed up by science. If you actually want to learn about trans people, do your research, look at the science not some priest who apparently did zero research and knows nothing about the topic

[@catholicgirl2421]

@@rossconnor8614 Amen.

[@anilorak13ska]

"All we have is gender stereotypes" YES! "It's not reality that has to change; it's your perception that has to change." This is a great explanation, thank you!

[@TFfolkes]

Hodgepodge Mama we don't have to change anything.....the fact you think we should is the problem

[@numberonedad7924]

I'm a trans guy. I don't think Father Mike is hateful in any way. I understand what he's saying. The only thing I have to add is that I don't think it's wrong for me to prefer to be called Jake and take testosterone if it makes me happier.

[@Chris-xw1tn]

caecilius est in horto, cerberus dormat in via how about if I prefer to be called the queen of England though I’ve never been to England. I really am the queen though so please bow. If your perception disagrees with reality there is something wrong, and not with reality. Some people care what you think about yourself regarding this because they care about YOU! Suicide rates for trans are about 40% the same for Jews in nasi Germany. I hope you seek the counseling you need and not from one who disrespectfully pats you on the head as they tell you the lies they think you want to hear. Unrelated fun fact: you can’t spell nasi without socialism

[@numberonedad7924]

Chris being called the queen of England and wanting others to believe that you truly are the queen is totally different because that's a title that makes a difference in who you are. On the other hand, the name and pronouns given to me at birth (Mary/she/her) added nothing to who I am. The name and pronouns I chose to be called (Jake/he/him) add nothing to who I am. The most they'll do to change me or change what I can do is that they'll make me a bit happier when people use them. It's no different from a nickname. If someone's name assigned at birth is Jonathan and they choose to be called John, that's not a sin and it doesn't change who that person is. How is that different from me being assigned the name Mary and choosing to be called Jake?

[@quinngrey8916]

Karolina the sad thing is, there is no known cure for gender dysphoria. So we can’t really do anything except give therapy and transition surgery

[@bethz6729]

I'm a protestant, but I really appreciate this message 💞 Thank you! God bless

[@michael-dy8tz]

Like

[@crystalandrews8393]

I am too, but I like many of these videos.

[@laraxx3694]

I am a catholic, and I love the Bible study groups you do. We all can learn from one another.

[@DungNguyen-vn3eu]

Try bible in a year by Fr Mike

[@ashbyt1]

The correct term is a Christian not protestant.

[@RomanusVII]

You presented the truth in a very loving way. Although I’m more blunt in telling the truth, I respect your way of telling authentic Catholic Truth.

[@DiahRhiaJones]

In a loving way? He compared gender dysphoria to a child wanting to be a dog.

[@AshenRaijin]

DiahRhiaJones what’s the difference? Especially when Canada says that the government can take your kid from you if he comes home from school and says that he is a girl but you disagree.

[@jeremyhall2727]

@@DiahRhiaJones for real

[@jeremyhall2727]

@@AshenRaijin abuse is abuse these kids has a higher risk of killing themselves because of people looking down on them in that way.

[@jiaying141]

Machiavel Deangelo she*

[@emilymg1]

Thank you Father Mike!! I've been a tomboy forever and I hope people can respect my choice to remain a woman who simply doesn't like makeup, dresses, dolls, or the color pink. Thank you for giving me hope!!!

[@Donna-cc1kt]

I like that kind of woman primarily because she is true to herself and no ones cookie cutter. I don’t think of a wrong or confused woman. I think, this is a clearly honest woman that is first & foremost true to herself. I look feminine and can’t look another way. That appearance is made fun of too, I.e., whoosh, weak, bird brained. I’ll put my degrees up against any body. I am strong in mind and will and if someone can’t get past the cute little girl then the’ve done me a favor and saved me useless time. I am woman! We are women! There are always people looking to fix us - mainly it’s their ignorance.

[@user-rz7cm2we3x]

@Emily DiCarlo: Don’t you worry, dear! I don’t even like hairdressers’ (I’d much rather go to a dentist than a beauty parlour!😄), hated the perm that I once had, do not wear a make-up ever since I’d experimented with eye-shadows in my early twenties, don’t know how other women can torture themselves to walk (!) on high heels, etc. etc. And I’m a 54 years old woman, a wife and a mother! There are things much more important than glamorous looks, like comfort and feeling well in the comfortable clothes and ability to move! Well, I’m also a book-worm and a nerd, as my son says, but I think it’s a compliment! May God bless you!❣️🌸🌷

[@markhenryramsey9132]

It should go without saying but sadly these days it isn’t. You’re as much a beautiful child of Eve as anybody. The soul is the source of beauty.

[@s.johnson5154]

Bless you for deciding to be who you are.

[@lagatita1623]

I think it's fine for a feminine male or masculine female to be that way and without mutilating their body is fine.

[@mileshicks4518]

Thank the Lord there are still sensible people in the world.

[@tednugent2973]

Yes, white washing is something catholic priests are good at and which itching ears love to hear.

[@ryanfischer1112]

@@tednugent2973 And did not Christ, live, eat, and walk with sinners everyday he was here on earth, fool?

[@jujuheyo]

You literally have a picture of a gun as your profile. How are you at all reasonable or sane

[@Lala-ih1vr]

@@jujuheyo Forgive me, but I'm not understanding how owning a gun equates to insanity? I'm sure if they own a gun like that they have experience and are a responsible owner.

[@tonigrace7786]

There are indeed sensible people in the world. Thing is you won't find them in the Catholic priesthood or in the Vatican.

[@PG-fy9mq]

This is the best, most wholesome, truthful point of view I need to listent to over and over. Very logical and compassionate. Love it!

[@snowy-g9p]

nah its gross and awful, using bad sterotypes and a misunderstanding of science. Speaking softly well using bigoted stereotypes is not love.

[@benuchytil3834]

No, it is not a truthful presentation. Father Mike means well, I am sure, but he is analyzing a medical condition he clearly knows nothing about. He is also judging transgender people. Do not be fooled by the smile and gentle presentation; uninformed bigoted talk is bigoted talk, smile or no.

[@vss6817]

With 7 billion people in the world you are the only one who explained it in a way that no one got hurt

[@brikC]

Well, unfortunately humanity has devolved so much that anything is offensive. This is evident by the dislikes.

[@kelvinvu1247]

Is it even possible to share a charitable opinion nowadays without offending someone? Fr. Mike took a great shot at it but it seems to be lost for some.

[@SemmelOff]

He isn't saying anything good. He is using nice sounding words but he is still comparing trans people to kids wanting to be a dragon or people wanting to cut off their hands because is some serious body dysmorphia. That's insulting to trans people. It proves that he did no research on the topic because there is a lot of science especially biology backing up the existence of trans people. Being hurt by what he said is completely valid because he didn't bother to actually get into the topic and is just stating old things with a nice smile and nice sounding words.

[@brikC]

^ See what I mean...

[@danoelker1144]

Smh I have a sibling who identifies as transgender and trust me I was totally all supportive and everything until it came to sexual reassignment surgery talks that’s where I kinda just couldn’t support it it didn’t feel right and from others experiences far too many statistics have proven (I’ve done my research thoroughly) that it doesn’t fix everything. It all comes down to your perception at the end of the day clashing with your reality. So yes Fr Mike did say what needed to be said. People will get offended by anything but it’s not our job to not offend people or watch what we say otherwise we wouldn’t even be able to start conversation without worrying constantly about hurting someone’s feelings.

[@mariyageorge1857]

Wow. I’ve never heard it being presented with such clarity. Without being judgemental or spreading hatred. Absolutely loved this. Thank you very much Fr. Mike for this amazing message.

[@lindajones4976]

Very beautifully explain father Mike thank you

[@babyprincessplayground4250]

My channel do live ddlg and abdl lifestyle also witchcraft

[@lauragrueninger6048]

You took the words out of my mouth! I was thinking exactly the same thing. What a wonderful, compassionate, truthful explanation! Love one another!

[@anothercomment3451]

Our Heavenly Father has standards ... and to hold close to them is Required. Being "judgemental" is more b.s. from the evil one, who enjoys perverting our Father's creations. He does not make mistakes. BEWARE ... for the road to Eternal life is quite narrow. "Walk with" our Savior and our Creator FIRST and FOREMOST.

[@an__hooo]

Well, it would be an absolute bottom, if Fathers started to spread hatred.

[@dexterslaboratory2404]

I love this channel, After a couple years I’m back opening my heart to god through Catholicism.

[@danielbundalian6659]

DEXTER’S Laboratory welcome home brother

[@bruhhh8540]

PLEASE DON'T

[@hi-bw7go]

@@bruhhh8540 Why? (I genuinely want to know?)

[@bruhhh8540]

@@hi-bw7go idolatry, also they changed the ten commandments just to go on with their idol worshipping, there's a lot of things wrong with their doctrines, even lots of pagan symbolism in their stuff, in this current crisis if you want to know Jesus Christ, just move straight to the Bible and ask the Holy Spirit for guidance

[@ChristianSigma]

UFC cfu Catholics don’t worship idols. A lot of Christian denominations change their commandments because some of it are in correlation with each other. Give me any example you think are wrong about Catholic doctrines. And notice how you stated “symbolism,” instead of making the upright claim that Catholics worship pagan Gods. God bless.

[@Moscoviya2009]

I think the question at the end of the day is how can society treat tomboys and feminine men with respect and dignity. Society should stop focusing on the arbitrary expectations associated with male or female.

[@heliusfacenna4109]

THANK YOU. 🙏

[@joefranco6047]

This is tricky because this is how wokeness starts. Once men become girly men, they lack the proper masculinity to raise a right child.

[@johnmalakvigil250]

They must be treated. They must be loved too. Although there is a spectrum of gender stereotypes and norms, men and women must stay within some objective bound of masculinity vs femininity. A man cannot wear a tight skirt and a woman cant have a man's haircut although her haircut can be smaller. They must dress and act appropriately within what you could immediately identify as a man or woman.

[@benuchytil3834]

@@johnmalakvigil250 Jesus taught that every person should focus on taking the log out of their own eye before trying to take the speck out of someone else's.

[@bezaleelcastillo9775]

Father Mike... I'm a catholic and suffering financially and yet, and yet I have an aunt who never got married for a number of reasons. Our culture dictates that we take care of our own. And so when my mother the last of my aunt's siblings died i promised as she asked, that I take care of her youngest sister. She's now 70 odd years old and is suffering from dementia. With very little option to earn an income , I very often feel trapped and cheated out of ooportunities ( I also took care of my mother for several years until she died ) to practise what I got educated for.... But I also know in my heart that I cannot leave my aunt unattended lest she panics. Father Mike, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I can now embrace the call for me to walk with my aunt. It will be a struggle but at least now I can understand why. Please pray for me and my family Father Mike. Thank you so much

[@efandmk3382]

You are a true Christian, doing what you were called to do. That isn't always glamorous or even appreciated. But the Father who sees all knows and appreciates. God be with you.

[@Psyop666]

May God be with you.

[@cynthiasammy3668]

Your reward awaits you in heaven. God bless you 😱

[@andrewmcguckian4061]

May god bless you and your aunt and make your time together happy and fruitful both spiritually and physically

[@wendyladybug355laurie4]

PrayersnLuv 👼 👼🥰 🥰

[@ShayJo21]

I'm not Catholic but that was a very touching message. Really made me step back and think/listen. Thank you Father Mike..

[@AscensionPresents]

Our videos are for anyone - so glad you enjoyed, Shay.

[@annahoward7949]

He's a sex offender. He can only KZbin from home.

[@benuchytil3834]

Just keep in mind the fact that Father Mike lacks the medical knowledge necessary to pontificate on this subject. His 'facts' and subsequent conclusions were incorrect.

[@benuchytil3834]

@@AscensionPresents Please ensure that loving individuals, such as Father Mike, stay within the bounds of their understanding of the topic. Listeners are injured when loving but uneducated individuals present topics they have no right presenting. It is obvious to anyone with medical training that Father Mike is ignorant on this particular topic.

[@augustevening6261]

As a trans person, I really love this. I appreciate the thoughtfulness and consideration you put into this video.

[@AscensionPresents]

Thank you for the kind feedback, August! Really helps to get your input. Hope you enjoy our other vids as well. Best to you!

[@juanrendontorres174]

👏🙂👏

[@bethoumyvision1346]

so did it change anything for you then? just curious...

[@tonybarron6377]

Dueteronomy 22:5 KJV. The woman shall not wear that which pertaineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman's garment: for all that do so are abomination unto the Lord thy God.

[@Afternoondreamers]

Tony Barron This is why I don't understand Pete Buttigieg's belief in such a god.

[@epriebe1]

This just came up in my feed 7 years after release and I want to look more into other videos of his. If he is brave enough, and smart enough to take on delicate issues like this in such a compassionate manner I need to find out what more he has to discuss. Bravo!

[@sheilafitzpatrick4441]

Fr Schmitz created the Bible in a Year podcast..it is excellent

[@HannahSmith-gh4fn]

Yeah it is for real!!

[@benuchytil3834]

Fr. Mike may be intelligent, but he is lacking the medical training necessary to intelligently discuss this topic.

[@captainsheerbun9814]

Father Mike is so refreshingly compassionate and logical. He is such a beacon of light in this confused, broken world.

[@croazzb3525]

As a protestant I love this video. Great claim, great explanation, great guy. Thank you, Fr. Mike

[@BabyMirelka]

Croazz B Same! I wanna learn how to be calm like him sometimes.. 😁

[@ashbyt1]

Protestant is what catholics labeled people they burned alive at the stake for translating the Bible into their own language. The correct term is Christian.

[@ellDiavolo666]

OK, let me be completely honest, I was very skeptical and prepared to be offended when I saw a religion man talking about LGBT, but after watching this video I think he has got a point. I think it's good that we are liberal but there is a point to which our liberalism actually hurts the youth... I guess we as a society are again at the point where we need to get back to the men of faith and hear their point of view. No matter what religion you are this guy has a good point. Thank you!

[@ronycyriac2718]

We love you💜

[@kathyalex778]

Very well said and I agree with you. It is okay to let people be free and live their own lives, but we have to be careful about what we accept and what we encourage. If someone told me that they feel like a Ken doll and want to chop off their genitals to match their self identity, I would tell them that they need to seek help. There is a lot of nuance in the conversation of transgenderism and it’s unfortunate that we’re cancelled and called bigots as soon as we question the ideology.

[@OrthoLady]

Ideology has replaced religion for many people on the left, and it is inherently destructive to society. Ideology has no foundation and it’s changeable. Religion is a human pattern that must exist. We get rid of it at our peril as we tear each other apart because we care more about “my truth” than “the truth”.

[@s.johnson5154]

@@OrthoLady Fr. Dwight Longenecker calls what's taught today in liberal churches, "moralistic-therapeutic deism." Hits the nail on the head. Those folks don't care about God or what He wants anymore; their churches have devolved into social justice organizations.

[@nicholasm7822]

@@s.johnson5154 the term moralistic-therapeutic deism comes from a book, Soul Searching by Christian Smith and Melinda Lundquist Denton. It is not about "liberalism" if by that you mean social justice, it is about self-absorption. What kind of farcical Christianity could be opposed to social justice? Certainly not Catholicism.

[@almasakic1148]

Thank you. As someone who is concerned for this group and people who suffer from body dysmorphia, or social gender expectations (myself being one of them) I was holding my breath thinking, "this is where the wonderful Fr. Schmitz lets me down"...and nope, he didn't. So compassionate, kind, and rational. Thank you for your kindness Father.

[@hexum7]

His rationality was contorted at best. This was anti-trans propaganda disguised as reasonable thinking. For example, suppose we go to a doctor and complain "i dont like my nose. I'd prefer it to be a different type of nose". Does he refer us to psychogical therapy or a plastic surgeon? (hint) it aint therapy

[@hexum7]

He is not empathic or kind, either

[@pepepepe9682]

​@@hexum7 you really think it is reasonable your thinking?

[@hexum7]

@@pepepepe9682 isn’t it? Can you pick out any part where I was unreasonable

[@pepepepe9682]

@@hexum7 You can't compare nose retouching with sex change, hormonal therapy and other invasive techniques that destroy your body. The essence of one is sacred, it must be accepted and cultivated. Check out psychiatrist John Money and the twins. It is a horror story.

[@MuazCannabissativaMCMXCIV]

I was always playing with baby dolls when I was a child and never interested in car-like toys. I liked pink over blue and after 25 years, I am a beloved and caring father to my daughter :)

[@sparky1321]

If only every priest was as calm and collected and rational as you Father Mike. I'd have a lot more time for them. I am an atheist but have been watching through your videos and I have to say you've made some of the strongest arguments I've ever heard from a religious perspective.

[@jbz2291]

Praise God!

[@josephwalkowski]

Keep watching his stuff, you'll find your ontological meaning. Look at the biological teleology and epistemology and don't cling to belief perseverance. Astrophysics, probabilistic causation, cosmology, specified complexity in evolution, genetic coding, and cosmogony all point to a theistic God (as opposed to a deistic entity as found in Spinozism). I was once where you are. I get it. The differentiation between faith and the mind-body problem can cause mental chaos. But there is a commensurability between every part of science (from evolutionary theory to genetics to quantum entanglement) and philosophy. The God of Abraham exists. He will wait patiently for you with open arms. The historically proven figure of Jesus of Nazareth, as you'll one day find out, is the Lord's Son. The perichoresis is a truth which will give you a peace that no amount of Jungian psychology can explain. Bless you, friend.

[@southbug27]

I think you might also enjoy Father Mitch Pacwa. He really marries faith & reason in his explanations & has a heart of love for all people.

[@TransitionRadioShow]

as an ex trans identifying individual who is working through her healing and glorifying our father, I want to say thank you for this video.

[@TransitionRadioShow]

VFosterer I was born female bodied, I transitioned in 2003, after 12 years I finally realized that a women cannot ever be a man, and yes I meant my healing. Thank you for your kind words, and indeed life is a constant struggle but all part of our growth.

[@TransitionRadioShow]

VFosterer I am 51 years old, transitioned back in 2003, had a full Huston and mastectomy. Have been on testosterone for 12 years the affects are not reversible. I vowed to help others never take this path.

[@TransitionRadioShow]

VFosterer full Hysto autocorect

[@TransitionRadioShow]

VFosterer it is a predicament we are in, a crazy world indeed. I believe the world is in need of healing. Yes send me the link.

[@beverlybourdelle8391]

TRTV SHOW REAL TALK how do you know you are not both male and female sides since we are made up of hormones of T and E? the rest is part of a social division aimed for reproduction purposes. you may have bought into the social division by submitting that you are only a female by mass agreement definitions but its not true. your spirit is all things and is neither female or male. so you are both and you arn't paradoxically. is a woman still a woman if all that is left is her arm and have never gotten pregnant or had no desire too?

[@christineellsworth4164]

So grateful for this. It's the most intelligent response to this issue I've ever heard. Thank you Fr Mike God bless you and all of us.

[@Grokford]

This man is well-meaning but ultimately ignorant and completely wrong.

[@ansibleblackwind7195]

@@Grokford amen

[@dallasketron6229]

I love how so many atheists I see making a fair comment have no dislikes :) THIS is how we share thoughts and ideas.

[@LanceWillMakeIt]

Yes it is very great to see those comments, although, the dislikes never show on comments, they simply take away from the amount of likes already. But the fact that they have the amount of likes that they do proves there are a lot of people agreeing with them which in itself is nice to see

[@fenixmeaney6170]

And such nice discourse all around! Plus the requisite "love your work" comments that can be found in hopefully every comments section on KZbin

[@tcrown3333]

As yet another non-theist, I have to add my endorsement to this gentle and fair-minded assessment of a difficult problem.

[@vcassol6989]

If I had met a father like you in the catholic church I would still be a catholic...thank you so much for representing what fathers should be like in this religion...💗 love your messages.

[@mikegurgul9660]

Please come home to the church

[@cecilemaeocado5941]

Come home please

[@sme7385]

You can STILL be Catholic listening to Father Mike on youtube.

[@unbelievablyblessed5640]

The catholic faith is what it is no matter how bad catholics misrepresent it

[@leeb.7188]

Same here. The four employers who treated me the worst in my life were practicing Catholics. My impression was that Catholics were only Catholic on Sunday morning. So I became a Mormon. While I don’t believe in every tenet of the LDS religion, at least they are loyal and support one another every day of the week!

[@elisabethbieber1633]

For all of you that are calling him an idiot or hating on him, please stop. He is expressing his beliefs, and isn't talking bad about transgendered people. He is simply expressing how he feels on this topic, which everyone has a right to do. He is providing logical reasoning and if you had an open mind, you would at least understanding where he's coming from instead of calling him intolerant.

[@dakotaerina2986]

He is intolerant. lol

[@Racklent]

His argument is sound and logical though. So it negates your accusation.

[@hideyable]

He's expressing his beliefs & others are expressing how they view his beliefs. There's nothing wrong with that.

[@DaddyinVancouver]

He is quoting a John Hopkins Psychiatrist. He is not talking about his "feelings".

[@madelineharkins5643]

Touche!

[@patmalikebu2970]

God bless you Fr Mike,thank you. May the Lord continue to use you mightily🙏🏽

[@gabriellelittlefield5956]

Thank you Father, for your bravery on this subject.

[@chris-solmon4017]

+RoadRover .RoadRover - lol, his bravery stems from his fabulousness.

[@tilltier]

well, the cowardly thing is going with the flow of political correctness like most ppl do.So...you figure it out.

[@heatherfeather1293]

He's brave because he doesn't pander to the SJW. Many feel bullied into saying that Transgender is okay.....it's not. God bless you Father!

[@tilltier]

so you're saying that he can't be considered 'brave' unless he denounces the whole Church (where only a small minority of priests have actually done bad stuff), in what would most certainly turn into an embarrassing media show? do you also complain about Marxists when they do everything 'right' but enjoy a day at the mall, or fiscal conservatives that rely on some form of social security? are you American? should you be considered a coward for calling yourself that and not joining the armed forces (which is the bravest thing you can do)? One would think, rather, that there are many forms of bravery depending on each person's kind of talent, preferences, etc. and you can always be brave from your place in society...but what do I know, right.

[@ladey2181]

I'm sorry to say that much of what you have mentioned above is false. Please don't believe everything you hear from the media or for that matter from one or two people who spread anti-Catholic propaganda. If you'd like to discuss this I'd be happy to share my email and explain what the Catholic Church teaches. I've found that it's easier to talk about faith outside of places like this. Otherwise it turns into a monologue and nobody really listens. :)

[@deanwalker2513]

Father Mike, bravo sir. I am a baptist christian but wow my good sir! I love how you share the word and love of god, and that is what we are here to do in general, and you sir are absolutely brilliant. Aside from this, the message you put forth is fantastically full of grace and love. I love to see you spreading it amongst others as we should. We are here to walk alongside them on this path, not here to judge. God bless you Father Mike, and your messages to the people.

[@fakeaccount3376]

I’m not religious but I subscribed because to me you are a great guide in important life aspects that will make me a better person. I hope you know that even if you cannot make people come close to God you can improve their lives. That’s what a good human being does.

[@JoseCruz-ct7xu]

Fake Account are you an atheist?

[@Moondog1954]

Fake account. At least you’re honest.

[@fenixmeaney6170]

@@JoseCruz-ct7xu should that matter?

[@honoraryanglo2929]

Your life is a reflection of how close you are to God, one day maybe you will meet Him

[@johncoffey9837]

Thanks for seeing some of the value in our way of life, God bless friend :)

[@catherineoliveri4876]

This is a beautiful message from Father Mike. This message should be shouted from the rooftops across this country. No judgment no condemnation pure LOVE…. Thank you Father Mike for speaking the truth!

[@benuchytil3834]

Disseminating misinformation, no matter how lovingly, is not love.

[@DRKSTxROS3]

I am a born again Christian and this message was very well said. Very logical and clear. I appreciate this message

[@algol291]

+DRKSTxROS3 Born again Christian, huh? Still going to hell if you're not Catholic by Catholic dogma.

[@DRKSTxROS3]

I don't believe in their ways *****​

[@algol291]

***** like to hear this guy speak about that portion of the Catholic dogma.

[@DRKSTxROS3]

+algol291 it's biblical. and so what?

[@algol291]

***** what's biblical?? That if you don't belong to the church of St. Peter (Catholicism) you're going to hell? That isn't in the Bible I read, but the KJV is protestant.

[@OliveMonkeys]

Well father Mike it is apparent that we are in the minority. Thanks for the vid. Really solid points. Continuing to pray for you and our one Holy Catholic and apostolic Church. God bless. -Chris

[@angelf4323]

***** bruce jenner is false

[@angelf4323]

***** didnt say they should....i said that bruce is falce....or caytlin w/e it is.

[@_.LucyBlu._]

+Shanz Moses Christianity, catholicity and any other religion is a PERSONAL belief

[@stevenpatrickstone766]

OliveMonkeys Yes you are in the minority and I praise Jesus for that every day !! :)

[@stevenpatrickstone766]

***** Well ok , if you say so, lol. But I have the feeling I'll still be sleeping very well tonight . God Bless ...and even though we disagree, I would still walk with you !

[@celticrose2]

I love that you said we are not called to judge just walk with them. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 prayers

[@richyaxl1151]

That's our sole purpose.

[@soldier8304]

I can of course judge behaviour but not the person.

[@marlenerose6680]

Walk with them to our saving God. Not walk with them to Destoying Satan the FATHER OF LIES!

[@lizsimmons2829]

This is why I love being a Catholic. We are not to judge, but to walk with. And I have found that true throughout my entire life with the Catholics I have encountered. Father, this was done in such a factual, true to faith, and compassionate way. Thank you.

[@lizsimmons2829]

@Lea McMullen judged by God....not by man

[@Fr_Mark_Goring1-tp2ch]

👆for counseling and prayer ✝️

[@mikewiz1054]

A guy in a collar with no medical training acting like he is an expert. Religion in a nutshell. Lots of beliefs and opinions with no facts or empirical evidence. Disgraceful. I would say you should be ashamed but everyone knows that religious people do not possess the gift of shame

[@names_are_useless]

I've met plenty of judgemental Catholics, especially those who block the local Planned Parenthood. If you're trying to stop someone you don't know from making a choice, that's judgemental.

[@bmw1725]

Keep speaking the truth father. No matter how many people it angers. God bless!

[@Guywithcrazyideas]

Lincoln once said, "I don't like that man. I must get to know him better.

[@Cindy-wd8wn]

Thank you for telling the truth in such a caring and non judgemental way. I only hope people will listen, this world is so scary and messed up now it is so sad

[@hannahloew5027]

Hasn't the world always been messed up?

[@rowenamarthaquesada348]

Thank you Fr. Mike for this As a Catholic, I have been deeply troubled by the transgender question. Your explanation was truly helpful. I will always your words "Walk with them."

[@Grokford]

I would not trust him on this issue, his approach infantilizes trans people and places you in a combative role.

[@HannahSmith-gh4fn]

I’m sorry you feel that way but I don’t believe that is his intention at all.

[@jtt8237]

@@HannahSmith-gh4fnI mean he cites debunked or non-medical sources… and even when he cites valid sources he misquotes them. He’s a liar

[@Toypop194]

This man is what religions need more of. He preaches it straight. He's not a bible thumping angry preacher. He preaches what he believes and their point of view. No matter what side you take you need to look at both sides. Religious or not.

[@Toypop194]

***** Look at his view. He's not stating out of religion he is stating it as it is. You are who you are. It's not hidden, it's not vague. Although at time you may feel one way or the other, or even act a certain way the bottom line is it's you and you don't need an operation to prove it. Put your hate aside and listen.

[@Redharvest10]

Well said Thank you!

[@Afternoondreamers]

Toypop194 No, he's stating HIS opinion. Scientific fact proves his opinion wrong. So no, he's not stating it as it is.

[@godnotes5170]

Your reasoning is both logical and loving in equal measure. Thank you, Father Mike.

[@fenixmeaney6170]

Red herring fallacy Look it up Still a polite man, but dismorphia is not the dysphoria that trans people have

[@pattyamato8758]

He is loving, but this is NOT logical

[@Vyemar]

Thank you for this, as a Catholic I'm now much more prepared for discussions on this topic. I'm hoping someday I'll gain even a fraction of your ability to explain and discuss such sensitive topics.

[@conniecline201]

Finally a voice of sanity

[@charonmariegraham6216]

Thank you for a great talk on transgender. I love being a woman and I was baptized catholic. It’s wonderful a catholic priest speak with such love and wisdom.

[@dylant8110]

Damn, this video was spot on, I really like this priest.

[@wanda6483]

I agree 10000000% with what you said. Bless you, fr. Mike

[@redmannarel9174]

wonder girl why does everybody say bless you, as if you saying that on a KZbin comment is gonna convince God to give you and the priest special graces. Also what is a blessing anyways? It just sounds like empty words to me, that have no effect on the real world

[@bootsiekeegan4401]

GOD DOES NOT MAKE MISTAKES😊❤

[@QuadrophonicToppling]

Thank you Father. It is hard to respond to the "pro-transitioning" crowd as a Catholic.

[@stevenpatrickstone766]

AbleArcher Are you saying it's a sin for a trans person to transition? I'm not sure what you mean by "pro-transitioning".

[@stevenpatrickstone766]

VFosterer Not worried about it. Especially because I saw my priest trying to hook up with guys at a park a few days ago, lol

[@stevenpatrickstone766]

VFosterer ok

[@MegaPatriot123]

AbleArcher Why can't I post a reply? I like this video....I have been saying this all along. Thanks. Sharing. Plus 20% of people who have transitioned have committed suicide.

[@rachael8742]

VFosterer Wrong again you are full of mis-information. Gender Dysphoria is classified as a psychiatric condition.

[@anne-mariepeter1926]

Beautifully and logically reported. Thank you Father . Keeping you in our prayers.

[@Resume08]

This guy is a fraud😎Bruce Jenner is under demonic possession......

[@hgb9872]

sammy davis are you joking or are you serious?

[@BrandonDoebler]

if anyone is offended by the way he approached this topic, i don't know how he could be any more forthcoming with it. i don't get offended ever time someone call me and idiot because of my faith. he didn't even come close to offensive. great message.

[@lindasonntag4098]

My grandchild has recently said she wishes to be a boy. I can only pray, love & support her (him!), & learn as much as I can about gender dysphoria. I love your videos!

[@rejectracoon]

Supporting someone's mental delusions is not loving, supporting them in the faith and pushing them to look to scripture and turn toward Gods love is the only way to be redeemed.

[@bunxy9464]

@@rejectracoondidn’t know that feeling uncomfortable being what society has pushed onto you was a mental illness but okay

[@Lindasaur.]

​​@@rejectracoon Siis häh? Oletko tosissasi? Jollakulla, joka haluaa olla nähty erillaisella tavalla yhteiskunnassa, on henkinen sairaus, mutta jos uskoo johonkin ukkoon, jonka luullette olevan oikean koska se lukee kirjassa joka joku ihminen kirjoitti, on ihan ok?

[@shannonabeywardena7323]

Thank you so much, Father Mike!!!! God bless you!!

[@Finkster2320]

I really appreciated what you had to say in this video. I'm actually Baptist but I love seeing other people who love Jesus trying to point the lost to Him. Thank you!

[@sealogic4552]

Finkster Fitness While you pray for broken people like Trans folks, we'll think for you.

[@alexanderellis8527]

An Than Van Man Tan are you saying he shouldn't do that and that he isn't thinking stright so you should think for him?

[@valixianp5267]

Being transgender and being lost are not synonymous.

[@beancate]

came in, ready to be angry, but left the vid enlightened, and more in love with the church.

[@user-np6wq1tx9c]

AMEN!!! This video should be shown around the world and in all schools!!!

[@tbong9293]

Agree

[@danny8284]

what about separation of church and state? that would violate the establishment clause

[@newgengaming799]

As a Muslim I agree with you father, I respect the real honest Christians! Christianity needs people like you to show the world what real faith in God is!

[@rosaflores7047]

Thank you Father Mike! I’m taking that long walk with my son now. Please pray for me to have patience and for my son to have clarity. God bless you and anyone who is going through a challenging time.

[@SteviePaints]

My husband’s 46year old son announced he is a woman four years ago, and he legally changed his name. It has broken his father’s heart.

[@DaRedWunsGoFasta]

@@SteviePaints Toppest of keks! Good on her!

[@KT-rc4mv]

This is beautiful. Should be required listening in schools and parishes across America. Thank you, Father Mike!

[@michaelking98324]

Even the whole world!

[@gigiatkins5923]

If only there wasn’t a little thing called separation of church and state

[@tadziosquest]

like trump speaking , yes ,let him show his ignorance

[@chomperthefirst533]

@@gigiatkins5923 There does not HAVE to be separation of religion and state. 🤗

[@gigiatkins5923]

@@chomperthefirst533 Right…it’s not one of the principles our country was founded on or anything 😔

[@ceciliareinheimer1464]

I’m not sure I agree with you but I have never heard anyone explain it with such respect and kindness for the people that are struggling. You are a true blessing .

[@Grokford]

Bad ideas with good intentions are the most dangerous ideas of all.

[@ceciliareinheimer1464]

@@Grokford you're are right!

[@Grokford]

@@FirstJohn2.12-17 "Gender ideology" doesn't exist. It's a bogeyman that was created to scare people So why don't you specify what you're talking about and why you think it's dangerous.

[@nobody.of.importance]

He got most of this wrong, though. If you want more accurate information, look up the WPATH Standards of Care. Goes into far more detail and actually explains the medical details that soo many transphobes seem to refuse to understand.

[@tdr2198]

@@nobody.of.importance WPATH?!? As in the WPATH files which was just the tip of the iceberg of exploitation of a delusional ideology pushed on kids?

[@kewlnia]

Fr. Mike is the best! You've done it again father, wonderful explanation! Thanks much

[@jaydengardiner19]

ann joseph i love how u guys just believe anything shoved down your throat from the church

[@BeccaRaptor94]

Jayden Gardiner Believe? We already felt this way, and he put it into words better than we ever could. I don't know what church you've experienced, but mine NEVER forces any one to do anything. He's not telling us that "we must believe this or else we are condemned". He's simply explaining what they church believes, and then even goes on to say that whether you agree or not, we should all be there for each other with open arms. I think that's beautiful. It's too bad that you don't this so, too.

[@jaydengardiner19]

BeccaRaptor94 I've gone to mass my whole life, I know the catholic church's stances on stuff. Sorry, I wasn't clear what I was referring to. I just don't see how people can listen to stuff like the kid pretending to be an animal analogy, consider it reasonably and with empathy, and not think "this analogy is total trash".

[@BeccaRaptor94]

Jesus did often make analogies, but yeah, I can understand why others on here wouldn't see the dog one as such a good one.

[@jaydengardiner19]

BeccaRaptor94 Yeah, but Jesus' analogies always taught loving other people. This analogy falsely denies who people are and teaches how they feel and what they identify as is invalid, looney, and mentally ill like a confused child. I just don't understand conservative Christians sorry.. To me, it's the kinda thing that sounds like it's from The Onion. Please try to understand who other people are before judging them and love them by accepting who they are, because no one can judge who someone is but God (provided the Bible is true)

[@Phoenix_7568]

This was handled in such a respectful way. Thank you.

[@Skipbo000]

not really he compared trans people with wanting to be an animal

[@Tschüßyall86]

This video is the most compassionate, truthful and real discussion on this topic I've ever seen. BRAVO!

[@Mercedes4633]

Thank you for your videos. I was raised Catholic and recently have rediscovered my faith in the Catholic church after 17 years of being agnostic. Your videos answered a lot of questions, doubts and confusion I've had.

[@Grokford]

I would probably go to trans people with questions about trans topics if I were you, this guy might be well-meaning but he doesn't know what he's talking about,

[@amandadelassus2128]

@@Grokford Bad idea. Very bad idea. Those people would no doubt lead the OP into doing something irreversible. Get out of here with that.

[@ashbyt1]

Try getting away from the idolatrous catholic church. Or you can show me where mary is to be worshipped in the Bible. God wants you to have a relationship with Him, not the perversion that is the catholic church.

[@user-le8py8br9x]

@@Grokfordseriously, he knows exactly what he’s talking about

[@Grokford]

@@user-le8py8br9x He doesn't understand even the basics of the issue. He doesn't know what trans people believe, he doesn't know how they think of themselves, he doesn't understand how gender works and he doesn't understand any of the medical terms of procedures that trans people undergo.

[@Army4Runner]

Really just a fantastic presentation in a genuinely Christian manner. Well done Padre.

[@theniceshow5280]

Honestly, you kind of made me change my mind today

[@FaithForward-h4n]

Thank you for addressing this with such clarity and empathy. God bless.

[@wairimumukuria959]

What we are called to do: to walk with them. Thank you Father Mike. God bless you.

[@walterromanoff2953]

Are we to walk with Adulterers Are we to walk with alcoholics and wife beaters? Are we to walk with gamblers? Do we walk with sinners or try to change them Would you be happy to change the sex of your son at age 12? I think we need to keep our eyes on Jesus and our salvation

[@wairimumukuria959]

@@walterromanoff2953 In Kenya, we have a saying. 'If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, walk with others'.

[@lessermook7608]

Sensitive to the viewer, accurate, *no ranting*, collected, and Extremely on point. Earned a sub, Brother Mike. :)

[@Rose-gv9ff]

It’s forcing something that was never meant to be. Just like you can’t change your race, you have to learn to love yourself unconditionally.

[@davidcsolano7269]

What a beautiful message full of love, compassion, truth and light. Messages like this should be viral in a world full of hate, ignorance and people who only see these issues as a way to make a huge business.

[@AuraysTimelessChannel]

As sad as it is, more people in today's world will see this message of love as hatred. But that's to be expected.

[@addiemorgiewicz6217]

I just wanted to say that this video was one of the most inspiring sermons/talks I’ve ever heard :) Thanks so much for sharing! God bless you. 🙏

[@j.c.nightwalker5322]

This is one of the best videos you have done. I've seen many and loved them all but this one stands out because I work at a Christian organization and I do deal with a lot of community members who are struggling with this problem.

[@motleyminded85]

Does anyone stop to think that, "Maybe this is my cross to bear?" We all have crosses to bear. I have experienced gender dysphoria and nearly transitioned, but then I acknowledged this is my cross to bear and I turned it over to God. I'm not going to permanently alter the body God gave me because of a feeling no matter how deep it is. With God's help I will be okay.

[@Patrickgsouza]

Yeah! God's got our hearts and lives in his hands 🙌🏼

[@walterromanoff2953]

Walk by faith not be sight Feelings come and go Jesus never mentioned to us to change or sex

[@SemmelOff]

I really don't understand your reasoning. I am trans and I transitioned. Being trans is still a cross I have to bear, because being trans and transitioning in our hateful society is hard and there is a lot of discrimination against trans people. It is still one of the best if not the best thing I've done in my life. I am truly happy and I know that God made me this way and that he wanted me to live my life as the man he created me to be.

[@motleyminded85]

@@SemmelOff With all due respect, if He wanted you to live your life as a man, He would've given you the body of a man. Scripture says our bodies are not our own, but a temple of the Holy Spirit, and we are not to cut or mutilate them. You may feel gratification through transitioning, but that doesn't mean it's God's will. Many humans have compulsions and proclivities towards sins, and people may feel happy when they engage in that sin, but that doesn't mean it's good. It is our cross to bear, a trial to suffer through and conquer through demonstrating our faith. It is better to serve God in all things rather than do what makes US feel better about ourselves. You put yourself and your body before God. You risk throwing away eternity for a temporary vessel. That's the unfortunate truth. I will pray for you.

[@iconofsin6631]

@@motleyminded85 this is why I don’t believe in god anymore.

[@-Vitalis-]

"... but it is unhealthy to expect reality to conform to our perceptions." BASED.

[@Grokford]

It's not an expectation, it's the very realy nature of hormones and social signaling.

[@Natalia_85]

This couldn't be more clear and kind and true. Thank you ❤

[@joannawebb8683]

My youngest son used to tell me that he wished he didn't have male parts from a young age and then it stopped when he was about 16 yrs old. When he turned 20 yrs old I had remembered this and told him and he was so glad I didn't have anything removed ... He cant even imagine thinking like that

[@DaRedWunsGoFasta]

I'mma let you in on a secret. She still craves to live her life as a woman. She secretly despises you and will drift out of your life after achieving social and financial independence. You will die alone and angry.

[@edwardschieler1680]

Very well said and so true. Psychological issues have been very overlooked in the world

[@yessikaramirez6066]

I was born male, unfortunately. I’ve hated it all my life. I have ALLOT of self hatred and depression. And part of that is knowing I’ll never be a real woman. Yet I don’t know how to be a man because I HATE anything masculine. I still look forward to not being here one day so I can be free of this body. So far I’m stuck here in misery. Not a day goes by where I wish I was born a normal man or woman. I don’t wish gender dysphoria on anyone! It is something terrible to be stuck with. I’ve often asked God and Jesus why was I was allowed to be born this way, when I could’ve just been a miscarriage or an abortion, of course no answer from them. I asked to let me know in a dream so I can at least have answers. Again NOTHING. I’m just waiting to be released from here sooner than later.

[@robertcraigashby9836]

My I ask do you view your soul as female? Or do merely wish your physical body as different than you feel it should be to the point of mental/physical pain. It seems when people describe their gender identity, it seems they are describing their soul/spirit or at least some other immatural substance. I am not sure if a soul can be called truelly male or female, but the body is at it is.

[@yessikaramirez6066]

@@robertcraigashby9836 Funny you asked that because that’s crossed my mind. I am Christian and believe in reincarnation. I often asked Jesus and God if I was ever female in a past life? Or if I harmed women in a past life and I’m paying in this lifetime for it? I wish I had more answers for the both of us. What I do know is that this is not a choice, that our brains are wired to resemble that of a cis-woman. I also found out that I had a big hormone imbalance. To go on hormones they draw your blood to test the hormone levels. My Dr sat me down and went over some shocking results! Apparently I had very low testosterone for a “male” and higher than normal estrogen level for a “male” they wouldn’t say that was the cause of my gender dysphoria but it could be one of many other reason. And this was true because when I went on hormone I was told I didn’t even need to take the hormone blocker spironolactone.

[@robertcraigashby9836]

@@yessikaramirez6066 Thanks for your reply. I am wondering if souls, spirits have a gender but merely encapsulate our biological material forms and mental preferences.

[@robertcraigashby9836]

@@yessikaramirez6066 I used to identify as Bigender. However after getting my extremely bad bipolar depression under control I no longer do. I am just a biological male without thought about my gender with a soul/spirit neither male/female just yin/yang energies I guess.

[@robertcraigashby9836]

@@yessikaramirez6066 I asked my priest. The soul doesn't have a gender, sex (in traditional usage of those terms and meanings). But in the afterlife it's somewhat meaningless what to say gender/sex of your form to say because your just non material at that point and can't procreate etc. You would still be male/female. So the answer for when your just soul in afterlife seems to be a bit of a "yes and"

[@moniquevamado]

You nailed it. This is the most loving, compassionate and understanding response I've seen on this topic. We're not here to judge people. We're here to love them. I have had several transgender friends and the St. Francis approach of "Preach the Gospel to all the world and if necessary, use words," is powerful.

[@Grokford]

It's not even understanding. You can not understand or love people if you consistently assume that you know their situation better than they do.

[@nicolasadjignon1336]

@@Grokford Yeah, sure, let's also do that with anorexics , people having bulimia, people suffering of DID etc etc. Gonna work great.

[@tanyaosterman]

​@@nicolasadjignon1336Do you define gender based on genotype or phenotype? See, you have no idea what you're talking about, but you think you're an expert.

[@nicolasadjignon1336]

​@@tanyaosterman Oh, sweet, another mentalist who can read people's minds!

[@tanyaosterman]

@@nicolasadjignon1336 You didn't answer the question.

[@mariadeven4112]

As always, Fr Mike says the right thing at the right time. He is a role model for letting God work through us.

[@annahoward7949]

He is not a priest, look him up. He's done horrible things. You who follow him are paying his bills. Odd he can't leave his house.

[@mariadeven4112]

@@annahoward7949 you have no idea what you are talking about. He is a priest at a college. He speaks at various places. He does the Bible in a year podcast. You look him up or provide your source.

[@annahoward7949]

@@mariadeven4112 everything will come to light. Everything will be known. I respect that you follow him, my proof is my memories. I'm happy you have a source of comfort.

[@lois2997]

@@annahoward7949 bull stop lying and slandering people

[@frankiecol5488]

Thank you, Father Mike, for this clarity. This was brilliantly said being a sensitive issue. Our only hope this is shared by millions.

[@sherryland3739]

Yes, we need to share the Truth, in love. God bless you Father Mike.

[@robertkline5739]

As a new Confessional Lutheran I want to say thank you for your consistently insightful pastoral Christian vids. In this chaotic time they are much needed

[@jadenrossignol9908]

the fact that ( *dramatic music*) I'm not even completely catholic and adore your videos is so pleasantly surprising! And whats even more warming in my heart is that i totally understand your point and even though i don't necessarily share the same view point, i appreciate you sharing and feeling like I had a mature and living conversation with on of the best people there is ! Thank you so much 😊❤

[@martahernandez240]

You've given great points and examples and I loved the fact the u were so respectful. People really need to know other points of view.

[@EricaOats]

Everyone deserves love, comfort and support, no matter who they are.❤

[@Cindy-wd8wn]

Another thing my son pointed out which made sense to me, if a male feels like he is a woman why don't the doctors give him shots of testosterone instead of a sex change operation?

[@TheMartini1234]

Ellen Venezia If you knew much at all about treatment to alleviate gender dysphoria, hormone therapy is very often used. Most if not all trans people who experience gender dysphoria as a response to their physical anatomy will receive oestrogen or testosterone regardless of whether or not they intend to have gender reassignment surgery. Hormones alone are not usually enough to alter the physiology of a person to the extent that they feel that it aligns with their conception of themselves.

[@maxwelljosephvillwock7507]

Ellen Venezia They do that. But it still wont change their chromosomes. On a cellular level there is nothing any one can do to change gender.

[@dontlie3664]

Maxwell Apologist Cellular level isn't important, what's important is that they reach a point of being happy with who they are in the gender with which they identify with the body that reflects that for them. If you find this disturbing, then you should never do it, but others can.

[@maxwelljosephvillwock7507]

Don't Lie Many dont. And cellular level isn't important? Many biologists and those from a biopsychological and biosocialpsychological point of view would all disagree with you. And its not that I really find it disturbing so much as sad.

[@dontlie3664]

Maxwell Apologist Well if you find it sad then go in a little corner somewhere and sad yourself out for as long as you need to . Meantime countless trans people are being essentially helped and even cured from the sadness and despair of having the brain and the soul of one gender and the body of another. Thank God for medical science ! God Bless !! :)

[@CarolineN28]

I love how you explained this Fr so clearly, logically and truthfully, still filling it with love and support.

[@arlenemango4742]

Best explanation I’ve ever heard!

[@jamesdesanta9246]

I can't handle it anymore. I've been coping with and repressing my dysphoria for 15 years, since I was 8. I get it's wrong but I just can't see another way. At this stage, it's either I start HRT or I keep on the slow spiral towards alcoholism and/or suicide.

[@Grokford]

Do what you need to make yourself feel comfortable. People who don't have any idea what they're talking about can't be trusted to make sound moral judgements when they can't even get the basic facts right.

[@LatrineDerriere]

You have the right to express yourself! Nobody should be able to tell you how to live!

[@SwagHyde]

I think it's better that you stay alive If transitioning is the best way to keep you alive and happy, go for it It's not gonna fix all your issues but I know what it felt like And everyday feels a little better when you're in the right skin

[@turacoeu2819]

Maybe you should see a traditional psychiatrist who will treat your gender identity disorder? But even more important, you need to confess your sins to Christ and walk with him.

[@Grokford]

@@turacoeu2819 Gender transition isn't a sin, and I don't think that it's our place to make decisions for other people about what's best for them.