Don't Tell Me What to Do! A Catholic Understanding of Modern Moral Issues - Softcover

Heney, Father Dave

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0809140748 ISBN 13: 9780809140749

Publisher: Paulist Press, 2002

Synopsis

This straightforward book provides simple and reliable explanations of what the Catholic Church teaches and why. The book provides quick answers to questions on moral issues, explains why the Church has a fixed opinion on certain matters, and helps put into perspective those issues on which Catholics are free to dissent. This much-needed book-- · tackles hot-potato areas of sexuality, family life, medical ethics, social justice, and more. · shows how official Church positions are not arbitrarily imposed but arise naturally from human nature. · provides solid help in reaching one's own decision on moral matters. · is written in everyday language, neither "do's and don'ts" nor theological jargon. · ends each chapter with thoughtful "discussion starters."

About this title

About the Author

Father David Heney is a parish priest of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. He also serves on the consulting boards of BHC Psychiatric Hospital in Alhambra and Child SHARE, a foster parent recruiting program. He's the author of Motivating Your Parish to Change.

Review

An excellent book to stir up reflection and discussion on modern-day moral problems. It is clear, concise, and readable. -- Father Gerard P. Weber, author of Life in Christ

Father Heney uses reason and logic to explain basic fundamental moral values. -- Jeanne Rosato, Director of Religious Education, Corpus Christi Parish, Pacific Palisades, CA

It will help readers take their first steps toward living the fullness of their faith. --First Things

Edition details

• Publisher: Paulist Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0809140748
• ISBN 13: 9780809140749
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 176