Category: Morality

How can a celibate priest give advice to married people?

Question: I would like to know why Catholic priests believe they may give us married couples advice if they are not married.  Response:  Because it is a question of doctrinal, moral, and pastoral preparation. Jesus Christ, while celibate, also legislated on marriage (cf. Mt. 19). And St. Paul, being celibate

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What is the morality regarding nudity in art?

Question: I am a photographer and I am wondering if it is possible (or morally appropriate) to photograph a naked person in a natural pose (i.e. not provocative) for purely artistic purposes. I have never done such kind of photography, but I want to know if I could proceed with

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