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The Sacred Heart in the Streets: The Philippines Connection | Nirva and Raven

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse speaks with Raven Jard Castañeda and Nirva dela Cruz, two young Catholic leaders from the Philippines who helped pioneer the Humilitas March—a public act of reparation and devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. What began in 2024 as a small prayer gathering in Davao has grown into a nationwide movement offering a faithful alternative to Pride marches. Raven and Nirva share how the marches unite clergy, youth groups, and Catholic organizations in joyful witness, public prayer, and Eucharistic devotion. They discuss the symbolism of holding the march in historic places like EDSA, the powerful conversions it has inspired—including former Pride marchers turning to Christ—and how the Sacred Heart devotion speaks to today’s culture of confusion and despair. Raven Jard N. Castañeda is a Catholic apologist, lay catechist, and medical student dedicated to proclaiming the love and kingship of Christ through devotion to the Sacred Heart. A summa cum laude graduate of Ateneo de Davao University in Medical Biology and now a second-year student at Davao Medical School Foundation, he continues forming young Catholics in truth, humility, and devotion. In 2024, he pioneered the HUMILITAS March, a movement of young faithful united in public witness and reparation to the Sacred Heart, and founded the Association of Catholic Apologists – Knights of Saint Justin Martyr, which hosts conferences, apologetics training, and catechetical events. With experience in writing, public speaking, and debate, he defends the faith against rising wokeism in Catholic universities, most recently presenting on Truth, Academic Freedom, and Catholic Education at a 2024 philosophy conference. His deepest desire is to lead souls back to the beauty of the Catholic faith and the burning love of the Heart of Jesus. Link to Raven's website: Humilitas FB page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569082642573 Personal Blog (Simply Human): https://rjncastaneda.substack.com/  Nirva’s conversion through the Catholic charismatic movement led her to missionary work in Indonesia and East Timor before serving with the Episcopal Commission on Youth and later as associate editor of CBCP News, where she covered World Youth Days and the 2015 Synod of the Family. A former pro-life radio host, she became the first Filipino fellow of the Center for Asia Leadership in 2018, studying leadership and design thinking in Kuala Lumpur. She later served as communications officer for the Arnold Janssen Kalinga Foundation, documenting extra-judicial killings and advancing care for the homeless. An active Singles for Christ leader and international speaker, she has shared the faith across Asia and Europe. She loves the Traditional Latin Mass, baking, reading, and traveling, and most recently led Humilitas Metro Manila in June 2025 to promote devotion to the Sacred Heart. Links: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1556996025004746 - Humilitas Metro Manila FB group https://www.facebook.com/nirva.delacruz - Nirva Delacruz FB account (personal) Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/

After Charlie Kirk: Hope in a Culture of Chaos

The sexual revolution has distorted truth, fueled confusion, and even bred violence. Labels like “transgender” hide very different realities, while wishful thinking and confirmation bias block repentance and healing. Reflecting on the murder of Charlie Kirk, the dignified, prayerful response of young Turning Point USA members stands out as a sign of hope. The conversation urges Catholics to seek silence, prayer, and clarity of heart amid today’s overwhelming cultural noise  

Truth, Therapy, and the Fight for Religious Freedom

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse discusses the rising tide of violence, cultural confusion, and the ongoing fallout of the sexual revolution. She explains how society’s rejection of God’s created order—especially in matters of sexuality—has led to dehumanization and despair, and why Christians must respond with truth, courage, and faith in Christ’s triumph on the Cross. Dr. Morse also highlights the Ruth Institute’s campaign around the upcoming Supreme Court case on counseling freedom, exposing how bans on so-called “conversion therapy” are actually unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination.

From Same-Sex Marriage to Transgenderism: Unmasking the Cultural Pipeline

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse and Father Rob Jack discusses how the cultural acceptance of same-sex marriage laid the groundwork for today’s transgender ideology, highlighting the tragic case of a young man whose family fracture, gender confusion, and societal pressures ended in violence and suicide. She explains how lies such as the “affirm or suicide” threat manipulate parents, how divorce destabilizes children’s identities, and how laws banning therapy options force families toward harmful medical interventions. Drawing connections from Enlightenment rationalism to modern transhumanism, Dr. Morse warns that detaching people from reality and their bodies dehumanizes them, and she emphasizes the Ruth Institute’s mission to defend parental rights and restore truth about human sexuality and dignity. 

The Trans Agenda for Women & The Science That Brought Him Back

Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-... Have a question or a comment? Leave it in the comments, and we'll get back to you! Watch the full episode, uncensored, on Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/Theruthinstitute In this episode of the Dr. J Show, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse sits down with Ray Alexander Williams, a passionate advocate exposing the harms of the Sexual Revolution and standing boldly for faith and truth in today’s culture. Ray shares his story, his mission, and his insights on how Christians can respond to the lies of our age with courage, clarity, and love. Together, they unpack the real human cost of radical sexual ideologies and what can be done to push back. Topics Covered: Ray’s personal journey and faith background The cultural lies of the Sexual Revolution How activism and witness intersect with Christian discipleship The role of media, storytelling, and community in spreading truth Concrete steps for individuals and churches to make a difference Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: Ruth Institute: https://ruthinstitute.org Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:    / @theruthinstitute   Join the Ruth Institute Newsletter: https://ruthinstitute.org/newsletter Support the Ruth Institute: https://ruthinstitute.org/donate Real Estate for Life: https://realestateforlife.org Ray Alexander Williams’ Substack: https://substack.com/@rayalexwilliams Dr. Morse’s Article on Gender Ideology’s Verbal Engineering: https://www.ncregister.com/commentari... How You Can Help: Pray for courage and clarity for families facing cultural pressure Share this episode with friends, family, or church groups Donate to the Ruth Institute to continue spreading truth and equipping Christians worldwide ____________________________________ Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to The Dr. J Show 00:12 Introduction of guest: Ray Alexander Williams 01:00 Ray’s personal journey of transformation 05:15 Finding healing and hope 09:40 Role of faith in Ray’s testimony 14:25 Struggles with identity and cultural pressures 19:50 Encounter with truth and change 24:10 How family and community responded 28:30 Current work and mission 33:05 Advice for others struggling 37:40 Discussion: cultural lies vs. lived reality 42:15 The importance of resources and support 46:30 Call to action: Visit ruthinstitute.org Subscribe to our YouTube playlist:  @RuthInstitute   Follow us on Social Media:   / theruthinstitute     / ruthinstitute     / theruthinstitute   https://theruthinstitute.locals.com/n... Press: NC Register: https://www.ncregister.com/author/jen... Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com/profile/jenn... The Stream: https://stream.org/author/jennifer-ro... Crisis Magazine: https://crisismagazine.com/author/jen... Father Sullins' Reports on Clergy Sexual Abuse: https://ruthinstitute.org/resource-ce... Buy Dr. Morse's Books: The Sexual State: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/the... Love and Economics: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/lov... Smart Sex: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/sma... 101 Tips for a Happier Marriage: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/101... 101 Tips for Marrying the Right Person: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/101... Listen to our podcast:  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1t7mWLR... Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/