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Saint Paul VI Institute The Saint Paul VI Institute for the Study of Human Reproduction was founded in 1985 to answer the ca

The Pope Paul VI Institute for the Study of Human Reproduction is a multi-faceted organization that dedicates programs of research, education, ethics, and service to building strong marriages, healthy families and a Culture of Life in women’s health care.

Dr. Matthew Becker’s Journey: Transforming Lives Through Faith and NaProTechnology.We’re excited to share the inspiring ...
07/23/2025

Dr. Matthew Becker’s Journey: Transforming Lives Through Faith and NaProTechnology.

We’re excited to share the inspiring story of Dr. Matthew Becker, a student in the Saint Paul VI Institute Education Program, whose journey showcases the impact of your support.

From Evansville, Indiana, Dr. Becker grew up Catholic, but he fully embraced his faith while in college, a turning point shared with his girlfriend, now his wife of four years. He was first introduced to NaProTechnology while attending Marian University’s medical school in Indianapolis in a rotation with Dr. Bill Blanke—a family physician and graduate of the Saint Paul VI Institute. Captivated by the Creighton Model’s natural approach to human fertility, Dr. Becker found a calling in family medicine and obstetrics.

This experience shaped his career. Drawn to family medicine’s holistic care—supporting women and their families from adolescence through pregnancy and beyond—he chose it over OB-GYN. Now in his final residency year in Peoria, Illinois, Dr. Becker plans to return to Evansville to practice alongside Dr. Blanke, focusing on outpatient family medicine, NaProTechnology, and vaginal obstetrics. A father of two, he and his wife have used the Creighton Model for over five years, inspired by its effectiveness.

Dr. Becker’s path—from uncertain medical student to dedicated physician—reflects the Saint Paul VI Institute Education Program’s mission to train compassionate, faith-driven healthcare leaders. Your generosity fuels stories like his, equipping professionals to serve communities with expertise and care.

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Becker’s impact and consider supporting our mission to train more like him. Together, we’re building a healthier, more hopeful future in life-affirming women’s healthcare!

The Saint Paul VI Institute had an incredible time at the Australasian FertilityCare Conference in Australia! Dr. Teresa...
07/11/2025

The Saint Paul VI Institute had an incredible time at the Australasian FertilityCare Conference in Australia! Dr. Teresa Hilgers met with the FertilityCare Australasia Board of Directors, including Dr. Ciara Ross, Genevieve Burton, and Dr. Amanda Lamont (pictured here), for an inspiring event held from June 27–29, 2025.

Dr. Hilgers delivered presentations on luteinized unruptured follicles, recurrent miscarriage, and surgical NaProTECHNOLOGY, contributing to a resounding success that united passionate professionals dedicated to advancing women’s health.

FertilityCare Australasia also kicked off their Education Program (EP I) on June 30th, empowering practitioners to make a difference in this part of the world. Visit fccau.org to learn more about their incredible work!

The annual meeting of the Society of Procreative Surgeons took place from June 6–8, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in...
06/24/2025

The annual meeting of the Society of Procreative Surgeons took place from June 6–8, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 2017 by Dr. Thomas W. Hilgers, our society proudly unites St. John Paul II Fellows trained in the advanced medical and surgical applications of NaProTechnology through the Pope Saint John Paul II Fellowship Program. Together, we’re shaping the future of life-affirming women’s healthcare!

05/12/2025

Habemus Papam! The Saint Paul VI Institute celebrates the election of Pope Leo XIV. We pray for him as he continues the Church’s work in advocating for recognition of the right to life from conception to natural death. We place our trust in the Holy Spirit’s guidance and pray for his pontificate, that it may faithfully uphold the sanctity of life in the years ahead.

'That special power of loving that belongs to a woman is seen most clearly when she becomes a mother. Motherhood is the ...
05/11/2025

'That special power of loving that belongs to a woman is seen most clearly when she becomes a mother. Motherhood is the gift of God to women. How grateful we must be to God for this wonderful gift that brings such joy to the whole world, women and men alike!' —Mother Teresa

Happy Mother's Day, from the Saint Paul VI Institute!

Shari Barrios, one of our Certified FertilityCare Practitioners, had a profound experience at the Catholic Infertility C...
05/06/2025

Shari Barrios, one of our Certified FertilityCare Practitioners, had a profound experience at the Catholic Infertility Conference, held April 25-26 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine in La Crosse, Wisconsin. She joined couples, experts, and clergy to explore the spiritual, medical, and emotional dimensions of infertility, finding hope and guidance through faith. The conference included Holy Mass, confessions with Norbertine priests, and veneration of a first-class relic of Saint Gianna Molla. Shari was honored to present resources from SPVI Institute, emphasizing NaProTechnology’s critical role in addressing the underlying causes of infertility. This sacred gathering offered encouragement and community for all navigating this journey!

The Saint Paul VI Institute just completed another successful week of Education Phase II! We had 46 students from 19 sta...
04/15/2025

The Saint Paul VI Institute just completed another successful week of Education Phase II! We had 46 students from 19 states and 6 countries with us, and Dr. Hilgers also unveiled his new book, The Great Discoveries, which will be available soon.

On March 27th, the Saint Paul VI Institute hosted a FertilityCare Week one-day Seminar for Practitioners and Medical Con...
04/10/2025

On March 27th, the Saint Paul VI Institute hosted a FertilityCare Week one-day Seminar for Practitioners and Medical Consultants! Thank you to everyone who attended!

On Tuesday, our fellow, Dr. Jessica Miller, presented to students at Creighton University about the Creighton Model and ...
04/09/2025

On Tuesday, our fellow, Dr. Jessica Miller, presented to students at Creighton University about the Creighton Model and NaProTECHNOLOGY. Thank you for introducing hope and healing to the young minds at Creighton!

Last week, our fellow, Dr. Jessica Miller, presented to students at Creighton University about the Creighton Model and N...
04/09/2025

Last week, our fellow, Dr. Jessica Miller, presented to students at Creighton University about the Creighton Model and NaProTECHNOLOGY. Thank you for introducing hope and healing to the young minds at Creighton!

In a recent episode of The Simple Truth, host Jim Havens interviewed our own Dr. Teresa Hilgers and dove into a compell...
03/11/2025

In a recent episode of The Simple Truth, host Jim Havens interviewed our own Dr. Teresa Hilgers and dove into a compelling discussion about infertility treatments, contrasting Natural Procreative Technology (NaProTechnology) with in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Dr. Hilgers explains how NaProTechnology, rooted in Catholic ethics, addresses the underlying causes of infertility through detailed diagnosis and natural cycle support, boasting higher success rates and long-term health benefits for women. She discussed IVF as an unethical, less effective, and profit-driven practice that often leads to complications like embryo storage problems and higher preterm delivery rates.

This eye-opening dialogue challenges common medical narratives and offers hope to couples seeking moral, effective solutions. Watch the full episode and learn about this revolutionary approach to life-affirming health care for women.

https://saintpaulvi.com/dr-teresa-hilgers-and-dr-blaise-milburn-on-the-catholic-sphere/

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The Saint Paul VI Institute for the Study of Human Reproduction is a multi-faceted organization that dedicates programs of research, education, ethics, and service to building strong marriages, healthy families and a Culture of Life in women’s health care.