Male Sexuality: a Pastoral Perspective

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TAUGHT BY JST. This course highlights the dynamics of male sexuality from a personally formative and pastoral perspective. It explores the myths and stereotypes of male sexuality and probes the deeper motivation and underlying feelings animating male sexuality. The relationship of how family life, gender roles, cultural and church norms, and spirituality impact male sexual self-understanding will frame the discussion of relevant topics - fantasies, fetishes, body image, self-esteem, polyamory, chastity, celibacy, marriage, etc. Learning activities will include case studies, discussion, personal reflection, and group sharing. The course is open to women and men who seek to better understand male sexuality and how it relates to their personal and pastoral lives. Class meets Wednesdays, 2/5/2020-3/11/2020, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at JST.