School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
Date of Award
Spring 3-7-2024
Document Type
Graduate Paper
Degree Name
Master of Theological Studies (MTS)
Department
School of Theology and Seminary
First Advisor
Benjamin Durheim, PhD
Subject Categories
Religion
Abstract
History reveals the degrading and traumatizing experiences of marginalized women harmed by unethical reproductive healthcare practices. Progress has been made; however divisive barriers still prohibit dialogue from resulting in a dignified approach to legislation that serves the diverse population of women in diverse situations of lived reality. Enhancing the theological dialogue with updated awareness of women’s reproductive healthcare needs and a renewed conversation of the benefit of expressed human sexuality in heterosexual marriage allows opportunity for the Magisterium to enhance teaching that aligns with Catholic tradition and grows with human understanding, in the spirit of aggiornamento. Improved clarity and wider acknowledgement will build greater inclusivity for all bodies in recognized good Catholic practice empowering informed and just healthcare decisions and practice.
Copyright Statement
This paper may be made available for electronic access in current and future electronic storage databases at Saint John’s University Alcuin Library, Collegeville, Minnesota.
Recommended Citation
Olson, Kelly, "Women's Reproductive Health: A Critical Appraisal of Reproductive Justice and Magisterial Contributions to Responsible Family Planning" (2024). School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses. 1941.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/sot_papers/1941
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