Iam very sad to see that it was so easy for the devil to silence the truth in this matter. It seems to me that this is an a good indication that the LGBT agenda will have no trouble in silencing Truth even in the Catholic school systems...
and the devil wins the battle....far too easily.
I am sorry to see how quickly both Aquinas College and Sr Jane have given in to demonic intimidation and acquiesed to 'cultural demands' of silence inregards to the Church's sexual teaching.
:-(
A Statement from Aquinas College April 04, 2014
From Sister Mary Sarah, O.P., President of Aquinas College:
The events around the recent talk by Sister Jane Dominic Laurel, O.P. in Charlotte, NC have produced a great deal of speculation from many sides. Among the commentators, there are few who were actually present to hear the talk, which was not recorded. It is the firm belief of Aquinas College that all men and women are created in God’s image and likeness and are made with a capacity to love and be loved. The College supports the Catholic Church’s teachings which are open to the diverse needs and desires of all, which must be considered in light of eternal truths. We support and affirm that every man and woman, regardless of his or her state in life, deserves respect, and that the health of any culture is gauged according to the capacity of its members to uphold their own beliefs while respecting the beliefs of others. The College’s patron, St. Thomas Aquinas, was known for his ability to thoughtfully consider all things and retain what is true, regardless of the source of that truth. We believe it is our privilege to bring the best aspects of our faith tradition to bear on the moral and cultural questions of the present age. In her presentation, Sister Jane Dominic spoke clearly on matters of faith and morals. Her deviation into realms of sociology and anthropology was beyond the scope of her expertise. Sister is a trained theologian from a Pontifical University and has the credentials to contribute to scholarly bodies of work. This she has done in the past with distinction. The unfortunate events at Charlotte Catholic High School are not representative of the quality of Sister’s academic contributions or the positive influence that she has had on her students. The students at Charlotte Catholic were unprepared, as were their parents, for the topic that Sister was asked to deliver. The consequence was a complete misrepresentation of the school’s intention to bring a message that would enlighten and bring freedom and peace. There are no words that are able to reverse the harm that has been caused by these comments. The community of Aquinas College is saddened by this extreme outcome and wishes to reiterate that this is not something the College condones or desires to create. There is division where there should be unity. The events and discussions that have transpired over the last two weeks reflect that there is something in this that surpasses an ordinary high school assembly. Sister Jane Dominic has cancelled her speaking engagements and, at her request, is preparing to begin a sabbatical from teaching at Aquinas College. It is our sincere hope that the community of Charlotte Catholic High School will soon begin a process of healing and renewal, and that all who have been affected by this event will be drawn into profound reconciliation as we approach this great season that commemorates the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Previous Statement from Wednesday, April 2 -
Statement from Aquinas College regarding Sister Jane Dominic Laurel’s presentation to Charlotte Catholic High School, Charlotte, NC
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
The talk, "Masculinity and Femininity: Difference and Gift," presented by Sister Jane Dominic Laurel, O.P., at Charlotte Catholic High School on March 21, attempted to reflect the teaching of the Catholic Church in matters of faith and morals. This is a challenging topic to present and has been favorably received in other places where Sister Jane Dominic has made a similar presentation.
The presentation was given with the intention of showing that human sexuality is a great gift to be treasured and that this gift is given by God. The current culture sees this differently, and Sister was attempting to bring the Church’s teaching to a group of young students with the intention of delivering a message that would bring life, peace and a deep sense of purpose. It appears that this message was not universally accepted. The hope of Aquinas College is that no one was left feeling that they are not loved by God.
The subsequent events surrounding this presentation are unfortunate Our hope for the members of the Charlotte Catholic High School community is that the matter will be resolved and that this Catholic community will be reunited in their love for God and one another.
Press Release
http://www.aquinascollege.edu/college-statement-charlotte-catholic-sister-jane-dominic/#sthash.IJoqcv4S.dpuf
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Statement from Sister Mary Sarah Galbraith, President of Aquinas College
NASHVILLE, TN (April 4, 2014) - The events around the recent talk by Sister Jane Dominic Laurel, O.P. in
Charlotte, NC have produced a great deal of speculation from many sides. Among the commentators, there are few
who were actually present to hear the talk, which was not recorded.
It is the firm belief of Aquinas College that all men and women are created in God’s image and likeness and are
made with a capacity to love and be loved. The College supports the Catholic Church’s teachings which are open
to the diverse needs and desires of all, which must be considered in light of eternal truths.
We support and affirm that every man and woman, regardless of his or her state in life, deserves respect, and that
the health of any culture is gauged according to the capacity of its members to uphold their own beliefs while
respecting the beliefs of others. The College’s patron, St. Thomas Aquinas, was known for his ability to thoughtfully
consider all things and retain what is true, regardless of the source of that truth.
We believe it is our privilege to bring the best aspects of our faith tradition to bear on the moral and cultural
questions of the present age. In her presentation, Sister Jane Dominic spoke clearly on matters of faith and morals.
Her deviation into realms of sociology and anthropology was beyond the scope of her expertise. Sister is a trained
theologian from a Pontifical University and has the credentials to contribute to scholarly bodies of work. This she
has done in the past with distinction. The unfortunate events at Charlotte Catholic High School are not
representative of the quality of Sister’s academic contributions or the positive influence that she has had on her
students. The students at Charlotte Catholic were unprepared, as were their parents, for the topic that Sister was
asked to deliver. The consequence was a complete misrepresentation of the school’s intention to bring a message
that would enlighten and bring freedom and peace.
There are no words that are able to reverse the harm that has been caused by these comments. The community of
Aquinas College is saddened by this extreme outcome and wishes to reiterate that this is not something the
College condones or desires to create. There is division where there should be unity. The events and discussions
that have transpired over the last two weeks reflect that there is something in this that surpasses an ordinary high
school assembly.
Sister Jane Dominic has cancelled her speaking engagements and, at her request, is preparing to begin a
sabbatical from teaching at Aquinas College. It is our sincere hope that the community of Charlotte Catholic High
School will soon begin a process of healing and renewal, and that all who have been affected by this event will be
drawn into profound reconciliation as we approach this great season that commemorates the death and
resurrection of Jesus Christ.
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