The question is whether it can be worked out in a natural theology and ... I have every respect for the practice of self-mortification and self-denial. I believe that certain acts which may ...

It was this theology of the body that was often used to argue against the use of contraceptives, which were said to pollute and harm the body. Catholic Church officials were quick to respond to the ...

VATICAN CITY-- Reacting to a report that Pope John Paul II practiced self-mortification, including flagellation, experts in spirituality said ascetical practices are part of the Christian ...