Feedback.The best thing the church teaches about sex is ... That sexual relationships ought to be self-liberating, other-enriching, honest, faithful, life-serving, socially responsible, and joyous. Kay Parish Madison, Wis. Sex in marriage is sacramental--a holy gift celebrating the creative, playful, and poetic side of our passionate God. Father Kenneth E. Miller Louisville, Ohio Louisville is a city in Stark County in the U.S. state of Ohio. The population was 8,904 at the 2000 census. Louisville is also known as "The Constitution Town." [1] Geography Louisville is located at (40. That it is a sign of God's love for each individual and is an opportunity for possible participation in God's creative action. Orville R. Blum Hereford, Texas Hereford is a city in Deaf Smith County, Texas, United States. The population was 14,597 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Deaf Smith CountyGR6. The church teaches nothing good about sex! There are beautiful and idealistic statements in the writings of theologians, encyclicals, and other church documents, but these things "These Things" is an EP by She Wants Revenge, released in 2005 by Perfect Kiss, a subsidiary of Geffen Records. Music Video The music video stars Shirley Manson, lead singer of the band Garbage. Track Listing 1. "These Things [Radio Edit]" - 3:17 2. are not being taught! Religion classes and edicts from the pulpit only emphasize the "thou shalt nots." Jim and Mary Jean Smith Chetek, Wis. That it is a gift from God and that it requires long-term, serious commitment between two people. Stephanie Palubichi Downers Grove Downers Grove, village (1990 pop. 46,858), Du Page co., NE Ill.; settled 1832, inc. 1873. Downers Grove has undergone population growth and commercial development that include the construction of new office complexes. , Ill. The part of church teaching on sexuality I find difficult is ... The teaching that all sexual sin, no matter how small, is mortal. Doris Rono Sartell, Minn. The overemphasis o·ver·em·pha·size tr. & intr.v. o·ver·em·pha·sized, o·ver·em·pha·siz·ing, o·ver·em·pha·siz·es To place too much emphasis on or employ too much emphasis. on the sinfulness of all stages of sexual activity without the commitment of marriage. The focus should be on the sinfulness of sexual abuse and sexual violence, in or out of the confines of marriage. Frank W. Adams W. Adams (d. 1748) was a captain in the British Navy, slain in Edward Boscawen's unsuccessful siege of Pondicherry. Sources
Corvallis, Ore. The ban on contraception. Married couples should be able to plan a family as they see fit for them. Name withheld Downey, Calif. The issue of masturbation. Church teaching on this makes no sense. Name withheld Madisonville, Ky. That celibacy is not a free choice for its priests. Father Charles Cicerale Woodbridge, N.J. Nothing. The church's teaching on sexuality has kept me moral. Name withheld Whiting, Ind. What the church could learn about sex from the surrounding culture is... Love is in many places, not just traditional marriage. Name withheld Waterbury, Vt. People want direction and validation regarding sexuality. Also, that sex can be fun and healing. Name withheld Lake Oswego Lake Os·we·go A city of northwest Oregon, a residential suburb of Portland. Population: 35,800. , Ore. Nothing. We should not be taking our morals from our surrounding culture. Rich Schieler York, Pa. That it isn't just married people who can have positive, loving, and caring relationships, and that marriages are not necessarily more enduring than unmarried relationships. Pat and Andre Fournier Quebec, Canada What the surrounding culture could learn about sex from the church is ... Sex is not to be part of every relationship, done casually, or used for demeaning de·mean 1 tr.v. de·meaned, de·mean·ing, de·means To conduct or behave (oneself) in a particular manner: demeaned themselves well in class. each other. Sex should be for monogamous, loving relationships. Debbie Santalesa New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of , N.Y. Putting self-gratification first has never strengthened society. Name withheld Oak Lawn Oak Lawn, village (1990 pop. 56,182), Cook co., NE Ill., a suburb of Chicago; inc. 1909. It is chiefly residential with some light manufacturing. Products include metalwork, wood products, and school supplies. , Ill. Very little, until the church canonizes married people. Name withheld Nelsonville, Ohio Nelsonville is a city located in northwestern Athens County, Ohio, United States. The population was 5,230 at the 2000 census. Hocking College is located in Nelsonville. Geography Nelsonville is located at (39.455167, -82. As explained in the catechism: Either man governs his passions and finds peace, or he lets himself be dominated by them and becomes unhappy. M. H. Englert La Mirada La Mirada (lä mĭrä`də), city (1990 pop. 40,452), Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1960. La Mirada derives from the Spanish for "the view," referring to the panoramic view of the surrounding valleys from atop the city's hills. , Calif. That there is real value in striving to be chaste chaste adj. chast·er, chast·est 1. Morally pure in thought or conduct; decent and modest. 2. a. Not having experienced sexual intercourse; virginal. b. . Catherine Peterson Catawba, Wis. That intimacy is rooted in self-revelation, not in sexual union only. Jen Zimmerman Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, city (1990 pop. 189,126), seat of Kent co., SW central Mich., on the Grand River; inc. 1850. The second largest city in the state, it is a distribution, wholesale, and industrial center for an area that yields fruit, dairy products, farm produce, , Mich. That we need to follow God's laws and not just do what feels good. Eating feels good but we can't stuff ourselves with food and maintain good health. Father Walter W. Phillips Ogallala, Neb. Slow down. Be as protective of the intimacy of the body as we are about our hidden emotions, our private psyches. Maureen Pascal Massapequa, N.Y. The best thing the church could do to help connect sex with commitment and meaning would be ... Teach John Paul The name John Paul might refer to: Full name
Michael Pytleski Rockford, Mich. Recognize and emphasize the commitment and meaning present in long-term relationships other than traditional marriage, whether these relationships are heterosexual or homosexual. Kathy Voight Claysville, Pa. I wish I knew. The message is clear. It's called self-control. Most choose not to listen. It's easier that way. Name withheld High Point, N.C. Maintain an open, positive, and welcoming attitude toward all in unhappy relationships and explore all available means to resolve them; be a church of love and compassion for all. Mary Lou Menches Urbana, Ill. Provide correct, positive sex education from birth through adulthood. Treat questions as OK and normal to ask, and be a connection to how God views sexuality--as normal and healthy. Mary Ann Krems Stevens Point Stevens Point, city (1990 pop. 23,006), seat of Portage co., central Wis., on the Wisconsin and Plover rivers; inc. 1858. The major industries are insurance and the manufacture of wood products, cheese, furniture, and fishing equipment. The Univ. , Wis. General Comments We are told in no uncertain terms that sexual activity only belongs within marriage, and yet there is no mention of sex--only a brief mention of children--in a Catholic marriage rite. I find that simply disingenuous. Talk about the joys and responsibilities of sexual activity and then bless it. Otherwise we keep it in the dark, cloaked in guilt and shame, even within the boundaries of marriage. Scott Cooper
Spokane, Wash. This idea that the church needs to be more "flexible" regarding sex outside of marriage really burns me. The church need not give in to society. Just because the author suggests it doesn't make it right. Frances M. Miehl Springboro, Pa. Engagement is a time to get to know your future spouse better. It's hard to make a mature decision amidst the emotions involved with intercourse. Father John Barnes John Barnes is the name of several people:
New Hampton, Iowa New Hampton is a city in Chickasaw County, Iowa, United States. The population was 3,692 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Chickasaw CountyGR6. Geography New Hampton is located at (43. One reason couples live together before marriage is to make sure it's the real thing before they spend all that money and invite friends and relatives to witness their commitment. Have a priest bless a committed sexual relationship with a brief, private prayer service before the expensive, exhausting, elaborate church wedding. Mark Quinn
Chicago, Ill. As a parent of young adults, I see them struggling with this issue. When they are in loving, committed relationships but not yet married, I want them to continue to feel the support of their family and of the church. Even when they move in together, I want them to continue to go to church and receive the sacraments together. God is with us through all the stages of our lives, including the pre-marriage state. Name withheld Montgomery Village, Md. AND THE SURVEY SAYS ... 1. In this day and age, it's unrealistic to expect adults to abstain from sex until they are married. Agree 41% Disagree 45% Other 14% 2. Even if people can't live up to it, church teaching should hold the highest standard. Agree 66% Disagree 12% Other 22% 3. I believe that sex only belongs within the context of marriage. Agree 58% Disagree 28% Other 14% 4. The church would have more influence with people if its teachings on sex were more nuanced. Agree 56% Disagree 35% Other 9% 5. Given the oversexualized culture we live in, we don't need a more permissive approach from the church on sex. Agree 60% Disagree 22% Other 18% 6. It bothers me that so many people live together before marriage. Agree 55% Disagree 32% Other 13% 7. No matter what anyone says, a relationship is neither committed nor sacramental unless a couple is actually married. Agree 37% Disagree 47% Other 16% These results are based on survey responses from 133 U.S. CATHOLIC readers and website visitors. Join the conversation--online. In addition to a sample of subscribers, all are invited to respond to the Reader Survey at www.uscatholic.org. This month, join U.S. Catholic readers as they share what qualities they most want priests to have. |
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