Transgender Three: From Health to Infertility by Francis Etheredge

Transgender Three: From Health to Infertility by Francis Etheredge

Transgenderism Three: From Health to Infertility

by Francis Etheredge

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Author Articles

“Conception: A Contradiction?” by Francis Etheredge, Homiletics and Pastoral Review (December 11, 2020), available here.

Testimonials

“This book, with its dramatic title, seeks to help all to realize that ‘Transition’ and ‘gender’ are weaponized words of mass destruction.” – Michelle A. Cretella, MD is a pediatrician, researcher, educator, writer and speaker.

“In Transgenderism Three: From Health to Infertility, Francis Etheredge addresses one of the most difficult and contentious issues of our time with characteristic seriousness, conviction and compassion. At the heart of his argument is a question deeper than politics: what does it mean to be a human person? Drawing upon theology, philosophy, personal experience and contemporary medical and legal debates, Etheredge argues passionately for the integrity of the person and, especially, for the protection of young people while they are still discovering who they are. Whether or not readers agree with every conclusion, this is a timely contribution to a debate in which the consequences of getting things wrong may be profound and irreversible.” – James Sale, author Gods, Heroes and Us

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mr. Francis Etheredge is married with eight children, plus three in heaven.

Francis is currently a freelance writer and speaker and his “Posts” on LinkedIn can be viewed here. Poetry; short articles; autobiographical blog; excerpts from books; and “Philosophize: A Ten Minute Write.”

For a list of all of Francis’ books published by En Route Books and Media, click here.

See Francis’ other books, too, entitled Scripture: A Unique WordFrom Truth and truth: Volume I-Faithful ReasonFrom Truth and truth: Volume II: Faith and Reason in DialogueFrom Truth and truth: Volume III: Faith is Married Reason.

He has earned a BA Div (Hons), MA in Catholic Theology, PGC in Biblical Studies, PGC in Higher Education, and an MA in Marriage and Family (Distinction).

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Fiat: Forming Faithful and Fruitful Priests

by Rev. Alfredo I. Hernández

Drawing on six years of rector’s conferences at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary, Fiat offers a rich vision of priestly formation rooted in joyful fidelity to Christ. Fr. Alfredo Hernández reflects on holiness, preaching, leadership, celibacy, hope, fraternity, and pastoral charity, inviting seminarians and priests to renew their daily “yes” to God’s call. Grounded in Scripture, Church teaching, and practical wisdom, this inspiring volume equips faithful shepherds for fruitful, lifelong ministry.

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“Fr. A. Hernández’s conferences to our future priests enrich us all in our quest for Christian perfection.” +Bishop Felipe Estévez, 10th Bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine

“Fr. Alfredo offers wise and deeply personal reflections for seminarians, priests, and all who share in the work of priestly formation. Drawing upon Scripture, Church teaching, and his six years as rector, these conferences invite clergy and laity to renew their daily fiat to Christ and his Church. This timely resource encourages and challenges us to form priests whose lives reveal the face of Christ and whose ministry is faithful, fruitful, and joyful.” — Rev. Andrew Turner, Rector, Saint Mary Seminary, Cleveland, Ohio

“Fr. Alfredo Hernández offers a compelling vision of priesthood rooted in holiness, fraternity, and joyful fidelity. These reflections speak from experience, challenge the heart, and inspire priests and seminarians to renew their daily fiat to Christ.”  Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, Lay Dominican of the Province of St. Albert the Great

REVIEW BY MOST REVEREND MANUEL DE JESÚS RODRÍGUEZ, J.C.D., BISHOP OF PALM BEACH

It is a privilege to commend this collection of conferences, which under the title Fiat: Forming Faithful and Fruitful Priests, is being shared us by the Very Reverend Alfredo Hernández out from his insightful “Rector’s Conferences” during his years of service as Rector of St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary from 2020 to 2026. These pages offer more than a record of conferences delivered; they bear witness to a priestly ministry devoted with remarkable constancy to one of the Church’s most important responsibilities: the formation of future priests.

 

Throughout his years as Rector, Father Hernández has served the seminarians entrusted to his care with untiring dedication, sound wisdom, and genuine paternal solicitude. His ministry has been characterized by a spirit of zealous accompaniment: walking closely with men discerning and preparing for the priesthood, encouraging their human and spiritual maturity, strengthening their love for Christ and His Church, and helping them embrace with freedom and generosity the demands of priestly life.

 

The significance of this service extends well beyond the Seminary itself. Through the formation of generations of seminarians from Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, Father Hernández has contributed quietly but profoundly to the future of the Church throughout our region. The priests formed under his leadership will carry into parishes and communities something of the wisdom, discipline, pastoral charity, and priestly fraternity cultivated during their years at St. Vincent de Paul.

 

This volume preserves something of that formative mission. Behind its reflections stands the experience of a priest and formator who understands that priestly formation is never merely academic or institutional: it is ultimately the patient work of helping a man configure his entire life to Jesus Christ, the Eternal High Priest and Good Shepherd.

 

I therefore welcome the publication of these conferences with gratitude and affection. May they serve not only as a testimony to Father Hernández’s remarkably fruitful years as Rector, but also as a source of encouragement for seminarians, priests, formators, and all those who labor generously for the renewal and holiness of the priesthood.

 

With gratitude for Father Hernández’s devoted service to the Church, I gladly commend this volume to its readers.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 

Rev. Alfredo I. Hernández has served as President-Rector of St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach, Florida, since 2020. He previously served the seminary as Vice-Rector, Academic Dean, and a member of the formation faculty from 1997 to 1999 and again from 2013 to 2020.

Ordained a priest of the Diocese of Palm Beach in 1992, he served 14 years as Pastor of St. Juliana Parish in West Palm Beach, from 1999 to 2013, and a year as the director of permanent diaconate formation from 2015 to 2016. He has served as President of the National Association of Catholic Theological Schools (NACTS) since 2024.

 
He earned an STL in Dogmatic Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and a PhD in Pastoral Studies from North-West University in Potchefstroom, South Africa.

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by Fr. Dominic G. Ciriaco

In The Painted Pulpit, Dominic G. Ciriaco explores the intersection of art, theology, and preaching through the life and work of Corita Kent, the celebrated “Pop Art Nun.” Drawing on Scripture, the theology of beauty, and contemporary homiletics, Ciriaco demonstrates how Kent’s creative techniques can enrich the preacher’s imagination and transform proclamation into a vivid encounter with the Gospel. Blending theological reflection with practical guidance, this work invites preachers, teachers, and artists to rediscover visual theology as a powerful means of communicating the Word of God.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rev. Dominic Ciriaco is a Roman Catholic priest who was ordained for the Archdiocese of Newark, New Jersey, on May 29, 1999. Fr. Ciriaco attended Caldwell University for his undergraduate work in social studies and education. He received a Master of Divinity and a Master of Arts in systematic theology from Immaculate Conception Seminary/Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey. In 2023, Fr. Ciriaco completed his Doctor of Ministry in preaching from Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis, Missouri. His dissertation focused on the interconnectedness between the visual arts and preaching.

Throughout his priestly ministry, Fr. Ciriaco has served as a theology teacher and campus minister in several archdiocesan high schools. He has served in several parishes as a parochial vicar and as a pastor. Fr. Ciriaco served for nine years with the Society of St. Sulpice in seminary formation work. Here he served at Theological College at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., as a mentor, spiritual director, Vice Rector, and Rector. He also served on the faculty of St. Mary’s Seminary and University in Baltimore, Maryland, as Director of Preaching and Spirituality. Currently, he is the Director of the Preaching as Hospitality Formation Program at his alma mater, Immaculate Conception Seminary in South Orange, New Jersey. He is also an adjunct professor at Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, where he teaches courses on art and the Catholic Faith.

 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Fr. Eugen Nkardzedze, PhD, is a priest of the Diocese of Kumbo in Cameroon. He is currently serving on a missionary assignment in the Diocese of Beaumont, Texas. He is also the author of The Spirituality of Humor and Laughter: Why Good Things Happen to Bad People, Keep the Basket away from the Casket: Seven Indictments against the Collection of Mass Offerings in Church, and Nkar: The Village of Myths and Legends.

 

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Pastoral Tip of the Day: 365 Daily Reflections for Newly Ordained Priests by Rev. Shane Deman, S.T.D.

Pastoral Tip of the Day: 365 Daily Reflections for Newly Ordained Priests

by Rev. Shane Deman, S.T.D.

What does faithful, practical priestly ministry look like every day?

This collection of 365 concise reflections unites Sacred Scripture, pastoral wisdom, and years of priestly experience to offer practical guidance for the daily work of ministry. Written especially for seminarians and priests—but equally valuable for deacons, religious, and lay leaders—these reflections address preaching, leadership, evangelization, administration, prayer, and pastoral care.

Rather than presenting abstract theories, these daily meditations draw on the lived experience of parish ministry, seminary formation, and mentoring future priests. Each reflection begins with a passage from Scripture and offers a practical pastoral insight designed to strengthen ministry, deepen prayer, and foster lifelong growth in holiness.

Whether read one day at a time, consulted for encouragement, or incorporated into ongoing formation, this volume is a trusted companion for all who seek to shepherd God’s people with wisdom, charity, and joyful fidelity.

Paperback: $24.95 | Audible: $14.99 | Kindle: $9.99

TESTIMONIALS

“Fr. Shane Deman demonstrates that faithful priestly ministry is built through countless small acts of wisdom, charity, and pastoral attentiveness. This daily companion offers practical guidance rooted in Scripture, tradition, and lived experience that will benefit priests, seminarians, and all who serve the Church.” — Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, co-author with Ronda Chervin of Catholic Realism

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rev. Shane Deman, S.T.D., was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Sioux City, Iowa, in 2008. He has served in parish and Catholic secondary school ministry, as well as Diocesan Director of Vocations and Director of Continuing Education for Clergy. In 2022, he was appointed Vice Rector for Formation at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. Fr. Deman earned bachelor’s degrees in Music and Philosophy from the University of St. Thomas and the Doctor of Sacred Theology (S.T.D.) in Fundamental Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. He was also the co-host of the Outcast Catholic podcast.

 
 
 
 
 

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