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Faces and Voices
Our bodies deserve respect. Why should we be worried of AI “deepfakes” (highly realistic looking but fraudulent videos) mimicking our voices and names? Because they violate the truth of our bodies. This is what Pope Leo means when he writes, “Faces and voices are sacred… Safeguarding faces and voices ultimately means safeguarding ourselves.” In other words, as we say at TOBET, the body matters!
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Screen Time
Before jumping into the deleterious effects of screen usage, I want to mention one thing: giving your kid a device when he or she wasn’t ready for it does not make you a bad parent or a bad person. There’s a definite tension—do I want my child to be part of this group chat in middle school, or do I want him or her to be shunned? All of us are trying to do the best we can to navigate the very complex changes in our society, and the right decision isn’t always obvious. At TOBET, we don’t want to condemn; we want to help pave the path forward.
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The Church’s Definition: For Our Flourishing
The Catholic Church has caught a lot of flak over the years for defending the idea that the word marriage means “an indissoluble union between one man and one woman.” Some take issue with the “indissoluble” part, some with the “one” part, and still others with the “man and woman” part.
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by Chris Tarantino | Catholic Life | Christmas | Culture | Family | Saints and Holy People | TOBET | Virtues
Holy Days of Obligation
Our parents give us so much. From our very first heartbeat, they sacrifice no small amount of sweat, blood, and treasure to bring us to full adulthood. They love us unconditionally, and work to give us a good life. We, in turn, trust our parents implicitly, and try to give them the respect and obedience due to them. No other relationships in our lives can compare to the importance of that with our parents.
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by Chris Tarantino | Catholic Life | Culture | Family | TOBET | Virtues
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving happens in the Fall and coincides with traditional dates of harvest. In fact, many Europeans at the time of the Pilgrims set aside days of thanks to God for successful harvests. The Pilgrims at Plymouth explicitly wanted to thank God for their bounty after having almost starved the prior Winter.
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Your Parents Matter
Our parents give us so much. From our very first heartbeat, they sacrifice no small amount of sweat, blood, and treasure to bring us to full adulthood. They love us unconditionally, and work to give us a good life. We, in turn, trust our parents implicitly, and try to give them the respect and obedience due to them. No other relationships in our lives can compare to the importance of that with our parents.
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It’s That Time of Year Again
Summer vacations provide opportunities for relaxation, exploration, and intentional time with loved ones, highlighting the significance of rest and the body’s role in personal well-being and connection. Emphasizing the need for balance in life.
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by Chris Tarantino | Catholic Life | Culture | Family | TOBET | TOBET Blog
The Greatest Family Ever
The author reflects on the significance of physical presence in family gatherings, particularly within his wife’s large extended family. He likens these gatherings to the communal aspect of the Church, emphasizing the importance of togetherness.
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Five Practical Tips for Teaching TOB
The content provides five practical tips for teaching Pope Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body (TOB) to children. Key strategies include prioritizing prayer and sacraments, setting an example by limiting phone use, emphasizing the significance of the body, understanding the language of the body, and utilizing age-appropriate educational resources.
