The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast What Catholics Do (and Don’t) Believe About the Body
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Sep 26, 2024 Fr. Mike, a captivating speaker and theologian, delves into the Christian understanding of the body and soul, referencing St. John Paul II's insights. He discusses how society often swings between neglecting the body and idolizing it, while Christianity promotes a balanced view. Fr. Mike emphasizes that our bodies, though important and worthy of care, should not define our purpose. This profound perspective invites listeners to respect their bodies as part of a greater spiritual journey, encouraging deeper exploration of the Theology of the Body.
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The Christian View of the Body
- Christians have a unique perspective on the body, distinct from the world's.
- The world often either dismisses the body or idolizes it.
The Body Doesn't Matter
- One distorted view is that the body doesn't matter, echoing Gnosticism.
- This view separates the body from the true self (psyche/soul).
Examples of Body Detachment
- Gender ideology is a distorted version of this view, separating gender from biological sex.
- Casual sex, or "body count", further exemplifies this detachment.