Since we find intercourse disgusting, is it okay to use artificial insemination?

[Joyful_Catholic]

My husband and I are unwilling to do sexual intercourse.We think it is absolutely disgusting.We respect that some people think its a good thing,but we do not like it.However,we really,really want to have children.If I use his sperm,and we are married,and we are living celibate,then surely its ok to use artificial insemination??Thanks.

 

[Fr.Vincent_Serpa]

Hi,

If you and your husband find normal sexual intercourse disgusting, you need to get some help. This is not normal behavior. I suspect that there is a good deal of unacknowledged fear involved.

The Church does not allow artificial insemination precisely because it removes the conception of children from its sacramental context. Sexual intercourse is the physical expression of the vows made at the altar and is a sacred thing. I suggest that you get the book, “Good News About Sex and Marriage” by Christopher West—available through shop.catholic.com or by phone:
888 291 8000

I also suggest that you get some counseling:

catholictherapists.com./find.asp

You are in my prayers.

Fr. Vincent Serpa, O.P.