Four Ways Catholics Define Sexuality
from Mezzo by Chris Damian Hosted by Chris Damian
The Catholic Church uses the word “sexuality” without ever clearly defining it. In this conversation, I explore four competing ways Catholics understand sexuality—from gendered complementarity to the erotic desire that fuels saints and mystics. What does it mean to live a flourishing sexual life as a celibate gay Christian? And why does the catechism’s language cause so much confusion?00:00 Defining Sexuality in Catholic Context01:15 Four Perspectives on Sexuality01:48 Gendered Understanding of Sexuality02:41 Genital Understanding of Sexuality03:13 Pathological Understanding of Sexuality03:53 Erotic Understanding of Sexuality05:13 Conclusion: Integrating Perspectives on Sexuality
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