In this thought-provoking video, Catholic couple Ken and Janelle Yasinski from Catholic Minute explore the alarming question: "Is Society on the Brink of Collapse?" Drawing from the extensive research of Oxford Anthropologist J.D. Unwin, they discuss how the erosion of premarital chastity and marital fidelity can lead to societal collapse. Ken and Janelle share insights from their recent talk at the Catholic Family Life Conference, the largest Catholic family conference in Canada, and delve into the current cultural challenges facing the family unit.
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Key Points Discussed:
J.D. Unwin's Research: Analyzing 80 primitive tribes and six civilizations over 5,000 years, Unwin found that societies collapse when they lose premarital chastity and marital fidelity.
Current Cultural Trends: The alarming rise in cohabitation and premarital sexual activity, coupled with the global spread of online pornography, is examined as a precursor to societal decline.
The Catholic Perspective: The Yasinskis highlight how the loss of reason, as seen through the lens of Catholic teaching, contributes to this societal breakdown.
Personal Observations and Statistics: Reflecting on societal changes, they share statistics from the United States and Canada, emphasizing the shifting norms around cohabitation and marriage.
The Role of the Catholic Church and forming Community: They discuss the importance of community and prayer, particularly the rosary, in combating these trends and fostering a culture of holiness and virtue.
Ken and Janelle invite viewers to share their thoughts and experiences in the comments. They emphasize the importance of building community and praying the rosary as practical steps to address these cultural challenges.
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