Fr Dominic Murphy

The most revolutionary and comprehensive teaching about sex, from the original intention of God who created man and woman; through the reality of the various struggles; to the nature of true human love as the expression of God’s love; the expression of this love through the sacrament of marriage and celibacy; the ‘theology of the body’ of Pope John Paul II is THE key to the building of a new civilization of love and the establishment of a culture of life.

"The body, in fact, and it alone, is capable of making visible what is invisible; the spiritual and divine. It was created to transfer into the visible reality of the world, the mystery hidden since time immemorial in God, and thus to be a sign of it."

The Theology of the Body: Human Love in the Divine Plan; Pope John Paul II

Student Thoughts:  

“A must have tool for any Catholic.” Female

“It illuminates the dignity of the human person instead of objectifying them.” Female

“I never really realised how involved God is in the marriage.” Male

“It revolutionised my thoughts and views on the Catholic perspective towards sex. Contrary to my former views of sex being perceived as evil and repulsive, the Catholic view instead cherishes it and values it, claiming it is the greatest gift.” Female

“Without this course none of us would have anywhere near our level of appreciation of the Church’s teaching.”

“New Sexual revolution happening in our time. It put reasons to the rules.” Male

“Loved the ‘personal’ input. I admire those who can get up and share openly of their own experiences. It puts some reality into material.” Female

Course Details:  

Dates: Thursdays throughout August & September, 2008:

August: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th,

September: 4th, 11th & 18th.

Queries: Contact the Sydney University Catholic Chaplaincy on (02) 9518 6415

For more info on Theology of the Body, visit: www.theologyofthebody.net