Saturday, July 23, 2016
At the Register: John Paul II’s Advice on Using Media Well
One of the most frustrating things on a weekend night is finding something worthwhile to watch on television or a computer screen. There seem to be limitless options, but I know that most of them are not worth watching. Why would I spend that time watching something that will make me a worse person the next day?
Don’t get me wrong, relaxation and recreation are a good thing, and surely there is some moral benefit to be derived from taking in a good movie, play or book.
In fiction, we can understand and explore moral situations. We see a character make a bad decision, imagine the consequences and form our consciences against these bad decisions...
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The Call to Holiness,
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Yes, using media well creates an atmosphere favorable to the growth of purity/chastity, a sure path to sanctification.
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