What is Theology of the Body? 

Theology of the Body is a study of what it means to be human, in light of scripture’s revelation, as articulated by Pope St. John Paul II in his 120+ lectures. Theology of the Body articulates the same picture of God’s design for our world that is found in scripture—done in a way that is approachable, applicable, and easy to understand for our time. 

Theology of the Body helps us to understand how we were created in the image of God, our identity in Christ, along with our gifts and givenness, so that we may see ourselves and others the way God intended. Pope St. John Paul II’s text also illuminates how the Catholic tradition interprets scripture’s vision of human relationships, where God invites humans into relationships that are mutually rewarding. 

Topics within Theology of the Body are vast, and each spills into the next. But it is through this unique theological approach that we find a path to a deeply fulfilled life, where we understand our own innate dignity—and the dignity of others.