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Theology of the Body for Beginners
by Christopher West
According to Pope John Paul II, if we live according to the true meaning of our sexuality, we "fulfill the very meaning of [our] being and existence." The human body is a "theology" because it is meant to be a sign of God's own life and love in the world. With clarity and precision, Christopher West unpacks John Paul II's Theology of the Body, translating it into a language everyone can understand.Theology of the Body for Beginners explores the profound interconnections between sex and the deepest questions of human existence, including:
- What is the meaning of life?
- Why did God create us male and female?
- How do we attain true happiness on earth?
- What kind of joys await us in heaven?
- Why is there evil in the world and how do we overcome it?
- How can we experience the love we long for in the depth of our hearts?
The Catholic Book Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Church Library, on the second and fourth Thursday of the month. We began discussing this book on April 25th, but don't worry if you missed the earlier sessions—we can provide you with notes. We're taking it slow with this book, because there's so much to discuss in each chapter! The table below shows which chapters should be read before each meeting:
September 26 Chapter 3, pages 61 - 76 (up to Freedom of the Law) October 10 Finish Chapter 3, pgs 76 - 92 October 24 Chapter 4 November 14 Chaper 5 November 28 no meeting (Thanksgiving Day) December 12 Chapter 6 January 9 Chapter 7, pages 151 – 163 (up to "Garden Closed, Fountain Sealed") January 23 Chapter 7, pages 164 – 175 February 13 Chapter 8, pages 177 - 191 (up to "What's the Difference?") February 27 Chapter 8, pages 191 - 200 & Conclusion March 26 New book!
Should you have any questions, feel free to contact Judy Kolpack (587-3873; al-judy@msn.com), or Len Commini (273-6541; gburg_17@yahoo.com), or Jeff Carter (732-718-6561; jeffcarter83@gmail.com).
The Catholic Book Club meets every second and fourth Thursday, at 7:00 pm in the OLS Church Library to discuss a selection from the current work. When we finish one book, we vote to decide which will be the next book to read and discuss. Please join us! -
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Thursday, January 23, 7:00 PMThe Catholic Book Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, at 7:00 PM, in the Church Library at Our Lady of Sorrows. We are currently reading "Theology of the Body for Beginners" by Christopher West. Although we have already started the book, you are welcome to join us!Read More
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Thursday, February 13, 7:00 PMThe Catholic Book Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, at 7:00 PM, in the Church Library at Our Lady of Sorrows. We are currently reading "Theology of the Body for Beginners" by Christopher West. Although we have already started the book, you are welcome to join us!Read More
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Thursday, February 27, 7:00 PMThe Catholic Book Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, at 7:00 PM, in the Church Library at Our Lady of Sorrows. We are currently reading "Theology of the Body for Beginners" by Christopher West. Although we have already started the book, you are welcome to join us!Read More
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Thursday, March 12, 7:00 PMThe Catholic Book Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, at 7:00 PM, in the Church Library at Our Lady of Sorrows. We are currently reading "Theology of the Body for Beginners" by Christopher West. Although we have already started the book, you are welcome to join us!Read More
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Thursday, March 26, 7:00 PMThe Catholic Book Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, at 7:00 PM, in the Church Library at Our Lady of Sorrows. We are currently reading "Theology of the Body for Beginners" by Christopher West. Although we have already started the book, you are welcome to join us!Read More
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