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June 2026 Embers
June 6, 2026 8:03 pmThe month of June is dedicated to The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (6/12) and in honor of the 250th anniversary of the founding of this country, our bishops are consecrating the U.S. to the Sacred Heart on June 11, to commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The World Day of Prayer for Priests is June 12. Our theme this month is The Eucharist at the Heart of Faith and this is an image of the 760-year-old Eucharistic miracle in Santarem, Portugal. We suggest the books The Eucharistic Miracles of the World (Catalogue of the... View Article
Misinformed Consent: Hormonal Contraception
May 20, 2026 10:40 amMatthew 16:25, “”For whoever would save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” By Nicole Kelm, DO Part 1 of a two-part series photo from rawpixel.com In recent years, there has been an increasing number of authors such as Carrie Gress and podcasters such as Lila Rose tackling this issue, seeking to show holistically the impacts of hormonal contraception and its ramifications to women, family, as well as society at large. There has been much propaganda regarding hormonal contraception present in society since the sexual revolution, but there exist little evidentiary... View Article
THE “CATHOLIC EFFECT” ON SECULAR MEDICINE
May 19, 2026 11:46 pmBy Tim Millea, M.D. Over the past half-century, the disruptions in our society and culture have changed more rapidly and more radically than any other period in history. Many of those changes have had a positive impact, particularly with technological advancements and communications. In contrast, the same time period has seen an increasing rate of secularism and materialism, while religious affiliation and engagement have declined. That dichotomy is very evident in the American health care industry, including the care provided by Catholic entities, whether hospitals, clinics, or individual clinicians. Truly authentic Catholic health care that is adherent to Church teaching... View Article
Hope for the Future: Medcon 2026
May 18, 2026 1:54 amBy Conaire Bradfield Two weeks ago, I was given the opportunity to serve as the emcee for the 2026 Novus Medicus MedCon conference. The goal of the conference was to inspire vocations to healthcare by introducing premedical students to the medical training environment and inviting students to explore further the support the Catholic Medical Association has to offer. On the drive to Notre Dame’s campus, I didn’t know what to expect. I’ve experienced the valuable education that comes with the CMA Medical Student and Resident Boot Camp and the CMA Annual Education Conference. I’ve gotten to encounter premedical students who... View Article
May 2026 Embers
May 17, 2026 10:02 pmMay is such a beautiful month and this year it contains several important solemnities as we come to the end of the Easter season. Our theme for this month is The Mystery of the Trinity as we celebrate The Most Holy Trinity (May 31), preceded by Pentecost Sunday (May 24) and The Ascension of the Lord (May 17). At each Mass, a miracle occurs at the moment of consecration. “It is not man that causes the things offered to become the Body and Blood of Christ, but he who was crucified for us, Christ himself. The priest, in the role of Christ, pronounces these words, but their... View Article
Humility and the Power of the Holy Spirit
May 17, 2026 10:02 pmBy Fr. Christopher Kubat, M.D. Greetings! Lent and Easter flew by. It is not accidental that the Easter season ends with Pentecost Sunday, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples of Jesus gathered in the upper room with the Blessed Virgin Mary, who was filled with grace, or divine life, from her conception. You can bet the disciples were very close to the Mother of God after the Ascension of her most beloved son Jesus Christ into heaven. What happened at Pentecost? The room shook, they heard a sound like a roaring wind and the Holy Spirit descended on... View Article
CMA Calls for Diagnostic Codes for De-Transitioners
April 20, 2026 1:42 amRecently, members of the Catholic Medial Association submitted comments of support to the CDC asking that agency to develop diagnostic codes that would benefit those with a history of gender dysphoria seeking safe and ethical help. To amplify that message, CMA took further action in a letter sent to the CDC on April 15. This letter was a joint statement which included CMA, National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC), National Association of Catholic Nurses USA (NACN-USA), and National Catholic Partnership on Disability (NCPD). The letter can be found here. “Unfortunately, there is evidence of insurance refusal to cover treatments to restore... View Article
CMA Champions Safe, Ethical Care for Gender Dysphoria Patients
April 20, 2026 12:39 amBy Tim Millea, M.D. Over recent years, growing evidence has highlighted the harms associated with “gender transition” interventions, particularly for children and adolescents. As concerns increase, the Catholic Medical Association (CMA) remains committed to pursuing scientific and ethical truth in order to protect vulnerable individuals from lifelong consequences. Catholic healthcare professionals affirm the inherent dignity of every person, offering care with respect and compassion while maintaining that attempts to alter the biological reality of male and female are misguided. CMA continues to advocate for safe, effective, and ethical approaches to patient care, recognizing the presence of Christ in each individual.... View Article
What Road Are You On?
April 19, 2026 10:43 pmBy Fr. Christopher Kubat, M.D. In life we are traveling on one of two roads, one leading to Jesus and eternal life and one leading away from Jesus to a place that is devoid of love and life. During the life of Jesus, He described these two roads. “Enter by the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.” (Matthew 7:13-14) For those who attend... View Article
CMA Applauds the Supreme Court’s Ruling in Chiles v Salazar
April 14, 2026 5:23 amThe Catholic Medical Association applauds the Supreme Court’s 8-1 decision in the Chiles v. Salazar case, affirming the First Amendment right of a Christian counselor in Colorado. The Court determined that Colorado’s limitations on counseling for young people suffering with gender dysphoria was discriminatory. CMA submitted an amicus brief supporting the rights of talk therapist Kaley Chiles and was joined by other medical associations. According to CMA President, David Hilger, M.D., “With this decision, health care professionals can provide compassionate care without restrictions on their speech, and young people struggling with gender dysphoria can hope to access counseling that fully informs them of the risks of... View Article