Catholic Sexual Ethics, Second Edition

This definitive and comprehensive account of the Catholic Church's position on all aspects of human sexuality, including the origin of life, homosexuality, and birth control, is a complete and authentic presentation of Catholic sexual teaching.

FEATURES:
- Quotes the Catechism of the Catholic Church
- Summarizes Catholic teaching on sexuality from biblical times to the present
- Examines the role of conscience in moral decision-making
- Explains the virtue of chastity and its relationship to both married and single life
- Discusses the implications of chastity for the unmarried
- Explores related topics including adultery, contraception, natural family planning, infertility, and new scientific discoveries

The best book of its kind, this second edition is a vital reference and essential resource for anyone involved in ministry, education or catechesis . . . but more importantly it is highly recommended for every Catholic home.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:
Father Ronald Lawler, O.F.M. Cap., is the director of adult and family religious education for the Diocese of Pittsburgh. He is adjunct Professor of Theology at Franciscan University in Steubenville, OH.

Joseph Boyle, Jr., is the principal (dean) of St. Michael's College in Toronto where he is also Professor of Philosophy.

William E. May is the Michael J. McGivney Professor of Moral Theology at the Pope John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family in Washington, D.C., He is the author of An Introduction to Moral Theology - 2nd Edition. From 1986-1996, he was a member of the International Theological Commission at the appointment of Pope John Paul II.