I just read in the International Herald Tribune today that the Pope approved a document for release that blamed feminist thought for fostering "oposition between women and men" and blurring the lines between the sexes. This, in turn, has called into question the "natural" two-parent structure of the family and has made "homosexuality and heterosexuality virtually equivalent, in a new model of polymorphous sexuality." The document urged women to reaffirm their distinctiveness as caretakers by nurturing their "capacity for others," placing the onus on the "irreplaceable role" of women within the family. According to the Tribune..."Some critics - of which there have been many - wonder whether it should have been written at all." Is it any wonder why Catholic schools and churches in places like Chicago continue to close? How are you going to lure new members - or keep existing members (many of which are working women) - when you're so busy sticking your foot into your mouth.
On a lighter note, I have really been enjoying listening to my favorite radio station - WLUP 97.9 FM Chicago - online. They weren't simulcasting on the www for the longest time due to the dispute with some union that the voice-over talent should be paid royalties for the commercials that run online. They solved the problem by just playing some kind of music soundtrack during the commercials. Union loses, I win. I am once again in classic rock heaven while online. You just can't get any Rush, Van Halen, Kansas, Boston, etc. in Switzerland.
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You're definitely in the wrong place--having made the trip back and forth between Chicago and Madison, WI, several times recently, it was hard to find anything but classic rock (except for country)--more Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, John Mellencamp, Van Halen and Supertramp than I thought possible...
What a drag! I had to open up an account on Blogger just so I could comment! I had to comment on your blog regarding "the Pope approved document". My first reaction is that I think you are making a big leap in your logic when you try to directly tie the views espoused in this particular papal document to the closings of Catholic schools and churchs. A pretty weak connection at best. There are bigger issues in the Catholic experience that are driving people away and donations down. Secondly, you need to remember that when the Pope issues an opinion on a topic, he has to fashion it to the entire world. What plays well in the U.S. does not play well in other parts of the world. Think of South America and Africa. The roles defined for women in those counties are probably more submissive than described in this particular papal document.
Interest topic you presented. I look forward to future posting on your blog!
Perry...Thanks for your comments. I agree that there are many problems with the Catholic church - too numerous for even you to mention - all of which bundled together are causing a decline in parishoners. Thanks again...interesting comments from a Catholic MAN.
Sorry you had to register to post a comment on Blogger. It's their rule, not mine. I realize that it must have taken a whole minute or two away from your busy day.
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