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Morality and the Catholic Church

Morality and the Catholic Church. Why Be Moral?. The World’s Answer. The Christian Answer. The Basics. Moral Absolutism. vs. Moral Relativism. Moral Absolutism. Morals do not come from us – but outside of us. We conform to it. It is universal, timeless, and never changing.

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Morality and the Catholic Church

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  1. Morality and the Catholic Church

  2. Why Be Moral? The World’s Answer The Christian Answer

  3. The Basics Moral Absolutism vs. Moral Relativism

  4. Moral Absolutism Morals do not come from us – but outside of us We conform to it It is universal, timeless, and never changing

  5. Moral Relativism Don’t judge – respect all views That is right for you There is no right and wrong; it depends on the circumstance Don’t impose your morality on me

  6. Morality and the 10 Commandments The Natural Law Rules, Lifestyle, or Both?

  7. Tough Moral Issues The Medium is the Message Encounter the Person not the Argument Importance of Listening

  8. Tough Moral Issues Church is not “controlling” you What is it always OK to say?

  9. Abortion Don’t know where they’re coming from Not just a religious issue Emphasize love for the unborn and mother – both are important

  10. Abortion The Central Question/Issue 3 Scientific Facts about Conception S.L.E.D.

  11. Contraception Myths on Church’s teaching • marital intercourse is not good • couples must have tons of kids • open to life = attempting pregnancy Why Contraception not moral – 4Fs

  12. Contraception Myths about NFP • too complicated • not effective with irregular cycles • ruins sex life • same as the Rhythm Method

  13. Divorce and Remarriage Divorce is a legal term Widows can remarry in the Church Someone with a living spouse cannot

  14. Divorce and Remarriage Christian view of Marriage vs. World’s Christian marriage indissoluble A sign of love between Christ & Church

  15. Homosexuality Need for sensitivity/boundaries Culture’s view vs. Christian view

  16. Homosexuality Two key points: 1) Inclination ≠ Identity 2) Sexual Difference has a purpose and meaning Differentiate between: Person, Inclination, and Act

  17. Homosexuality Important to remember: • charity is a must • careful with language • avoid clichés or objectification • not obliged to “change” inclination

  18. Questions?

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