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This is aimed to be given to a girl growing into a young woman.
God created them make and female
- Complementary
- Both man and woman are created in God's image but with distinct role
- Not as a hierarchy but as a partnership where each complements the other
- Beauty in the differences
- Girls and boys learn differently
- Woman can see shades of color men can’t see - When It Comes to Color, Men & Women Aren't Seeing Eye to Eye
- We are male and female down to our soul
- We will be male and females in heaven
- Our body's parts have reasons such as the breast can feed babies
Feminine genius
- Dignity and Vocation of Women: John Paul II emphasized that both men and women are created in the image of God, with equal dignity. However, he saw women as having a unique role in reflecting God’s image, particularly in their capacity for motherhood and their sensitivity to human relationships.
- Receptivity: One of the aspects of the feminine genius is the capacity for receiving the other person. This receptivity is not just biological but extends to emotional and spiritual levels, where women often excel in empathy, understanding, and nurturing.
- Sensitivity to Human Beings: Women, according to John Paul II, have a special aptitude for understanding human beings in their entirety. This sensitivity makes them particularly suited to fostering relationships, caring for the weak, and promoting a culture of life.
- Motherhood: While motherhood is often biological, John Paul II also speaks of spiritual motherhood, where women nurture and care for others in a broad sense. This includes fostering life and growth in all types of relationships, not just within biological families.
- Complementarity: He saw men and women as complementary, not competitive. The feminine genius contributes uniquely to the human experience and society by bringing qualities that complement the masculine, creating a fuller realization of human potential when both work together.
- Vocation in Work and Society: Women's genius is not confined to domestic life. John Paul II encouraged women to participate actively in all sectors of society, including politics, economics, and culture, where their unique gifts can contribute to the common good.
- Moral and Ethical Leadership: He believed women have a particular role in advocating for justice, peace, and the sanctity of life. Their approach to these issues often includes a focus on the personal and relational aspects of ethical questions, providing a holistic view.
- Spiritual Depth: Women's spiritual depth, according to John Paul II, allows them to be powerful agents of evangelization and sanctification. Their witness to faith often has a profound impact on the spiritual life of the Church and society.
Application
- Sexuality is a gift from God, meant to be a special way for married people to express their love for each other
- Eros love leads to marriage
- Marriage is a sacred commitment in the eyes of God, where two people promise to love, honor, and care for each other for life.
- We are called to love by our body
- God created a special way for husband and wife to grow closer and potentially create life called sex
- This act is very private and is meant only for married people
- This is how babies are made
- It's something very special that should be kept between the husband and wife
- Sex outside of marriage goes against God's plan for love and life
- While God has given us the gift of sexuality, He has also given us rules to protect us and to keep this gift sacred
- Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and we should treat them with dignity
- You can can always come to us with questions
Summary
- Intimacy - In to me see
- We are not complete without each other
- Who am I and how should I live
- You need to speak louder to men
- Be a first rate woman