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What is "theology of the body?" The 'Theology of the Body' is Pope John Paul II's integrated vision of the human person - body, soul, and spirit. As he explains, the physical human body has a specific meaning, within the Divine Plan, and is capable of revealing answers regarding fundamental questions about us and our lives:

• Is there a real purpose to life and if so, what is it?
• Why were we created male and female? Does it really matter if we are one sex or another?
• Why were man and woman called to communion from the beginning? What does the marital union of a man and woman say to us about God and his plan for our lives?
• What is the purpose of the married and celibate vocations?
• What exactly is "Love"?
• Is it truly possible to be pure of heart?

All of these questions and many more are answered in Pope John Paul II's 129 Wednesday audiences, which were given between the years 1979 and 1984. His reflections are based on Scripture (especially the Gospels, St. Paul and the Book of Genesis), and contain a vision of the human person truly worthy of man. John Paul II discusses who man was in the beginning, who he is now (after original sin), and who he will be in the age to come. He then applies this message to the vocations of marriage and celibacy, in preparation for the Kingdom of Heaven.

Theology of the Body Explained

The Leader's Guide provides study leaders with everything contained in the Student workbook, plus helpful tips on facilitating An Introduction to the Theology of the Body Study, suggested prayers, questions & answers for discussion, and more. This guide is designed to accompany the corresponding lessons from the DVDs or CDs. About An Introdution to the Theology of the Body , An …

The Leader's Guide provides study leaders with everything contained in the Student workbook, plus helpful tips on facilitating The Gift study, suggested prayers, questions & answers for discussion, and more. This guide is designed to accompany the corresponding talk from the DVD or CD presentation. About The Gift: Your Call to Greatness , Your Call to Greatness, is a "vision for …

The Student Workbook will guide participants through their study of The Gift with thought-provoking questions, inspiring quotes, and a helpful commentary. This workbook is designed to accompany the corresponding talk from the DVD or CD presentation. About The Gift: Your Call to Greatness , Your Call to Greatness , the first step in The Gift series, is a life-changing experience. You will come …

An Introduction to the Theology of the Body: Discovering the Master Plan for Your Life , is an eight-part, four hour study designed to give you a solid understanding of God’s plan for humanity—a plan stamped right into our bodies. Most people have heard the “whats” of Catholic teaching, but very few have ever heard the “whys.” With profound insight, …

Your Call to Greatness ,is a "vision for life" talk, which is intended for those who are new to the Theology of the Body. The message of The Gift is a life-changing experience. You will come to see, perhaps for the first time, who you really are—and what you are called to be. God’s plan for us is stamped right into our bodies, and understanding this plan will give you a …

  The Student Workbook will guide participants through their study of An Introduction to the Theology of the Body with thought-provoking questions, inspiring quotes, and a helpful commentary. This workbook is designed to accompany the corresponding lessons from the DVDs or CDs. About An Introduction to the Theology of the Body , An Introduction to the Theology of the Body: Discovering the …

The Parent's Guide serves as an excellent and informative overview of the Theology of the Body for Teens curriculum. While it has been specifically written for parents of teens participating in the program, it will help any parent learn more about the Theology of the Body so that they may pass this life-changing message on to their teens. It includes a basic introduction to the Theology of the …

Journey with Christopher West into the “hidden” talks of John Paul II’s Theology of the Body—only recently discovered in the archives in Rome—and find out why the Pope himself deemed them “too delicate” to be delivered in St. Peter’s Square. What is it about music?  Consider what happens when you chance upon your favorite song on the …

Your Call to Greatness , is a "vision for life" talk, which is intended for those who are new to the Theology of the Body. The message of The Gift is a life-changing experience. You will come to see, perhaps for the first time, who you really are—and what you are called to be. God’s plan for us is stamped right into our bodies, and understanding this plan will give you a …

An Introduction to the Theology of the Body: Discovering the Master Plan for Your Life , is an eight-part, four hour study designed to give you a solid understanding of God’s plan for humanity—a plan stamped right into our bodies. Most people have heard the “whats” of Catholic teaching, but very few have ever heard the “whys.” With profound insight, …