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Renowned Moral Theologian on the Do’s and Don’ts of Sexual Love Between Spouses Outside the Marital Act
Periodically, we plan on dropping excerpts from highly esteemed traditional moral theologians on questions pertaining to marital chastity and sexual morality. Many of these are taken from our Compendium which you can access here. Today’s excerpt is from Hieronymous Noldin, SJ.
Can Wives Orgasm Outside of Sex? Defending the Church’s Teaching
If the female orgasm is not procreative, why can’t it take place outside of sex along with other incomplete sexual acts? This article offers a robust explanation for why the Church’s teaches against this.
Can Catholic Spouses Exchange Sexy Photos With Each Other?
In this article, we will answer whether or not Catholic spouses can morally send each other sexually risqué photos of each other to spice up intimacy or prepare for the conjugal act.
Answering Objections Against Oral Stimulation Within Marriage
In this article, we thoroughly debunk a couple common objections against the morality of oral sexual stimulation used as foreplay between Catholic spouses.
Sexual Morality During Spousal Separation
Spousal separation can make a trial out of nearly every facet of life, including our sexuality. In this article we address how separated spouses are supposed to understand their sexuality and the obligations attached to it during such a confusing state of life.
Can Spouses Engage in Any Oral Stimulation Outside the Conjugal Act?
In the past, our Apostolate has tackled whether or not oral stimulation can be done as preludes to the conjugal act. But in this article, we want to answer whether limited expressions of oral stimulation could be done even outside the conjugal act itself, outside a proximate danger of orgasm.
Will You Go to Hell for Disagreeing with St. Alphonsus on a Moral Issue? Correcting a Common Myth
In this article, we debunk a common myth circulated by certain voices online which states that disagreeing with Alphonsus on a matter of marital chastity necessarily puts your soul in jeopardy.
The Morality of Multiple Orgasms During Sex For Both Men and Women
In this article, we discuss the morality of either the husband or wife experiencing multiple orgasms in a single session of conjugal intercourse.
Understanding the Practical Basics of Marital Chastity: Complete vs Incomplete Sexual Acts
In this article we walk you through some key terms and concept that will help you understand the fundamentals of marital chastity which may help illuminate our articles a bit more.
Does the Marital Debt Apply to Foreplay?
While we at the Apostolate have tackled many questions having to do with the marital debt, we wanted to address whether sexual acts besides intercourse could also be requested through the marital debt by spouses. This article gives a thorough answer rooted in Catholic tradition and pastoral wisdom.
Can Catholic Spouses Sext Each Other?
A Catholic moral analysis of whether sexting between spouses can be licit, exploring conditions, risks, and how mutual, ordered intimacy can deepen marital love.
Can Catholic Spouses Ever Have Sex For Pleasure? And Did the Church Change Her Teaching on This?
Can Catholic spouses ever have sex primarily for pleasure? This question has long stirred debate among theologians and married couples alike. While the Church condemns pursuing pleasure as an end in itself, she also affirms that sexual delight when united with love and the true ends of marriage is both good and holy.
Some Moral Dangers to Avoid When Using Marital Aids
While marital aids can sometimes help couples deepen intimacy and overcome physical challenges, they also carry subtle moral risks if not used rightly. As with any good in marriage, intention and moderation matter.
Are All Sexual Sins in Marriage Mortal Sins?
Are all sexual sins between spouses mortal? This article explains Catholic teaching, the difference between grave and venial sins, and the path to holiness in marriage.
Is All Sexual Pleasure Immoral Outside Sexual Intercourse: Refuting a Common Objection
Is all sexual pleasure outside intercourse immoral according to Catholic teaching? This article refutes the common objection that any genital stimulation outside the marital act is intrinsically disordered by clarifying the crucial distinction between complete and incomplete sexual acts. Drawing on Pius XII, St. Alphonsus Liguori, and traditional moral theology, discover how spouses can legitimately express intimacy without violating Church teaching.
Are Sexual Fantasies Permissible in Marriage?
Are sexual fantasies permissible in Catholic marriage? Discover the nuanced moral guidance on whether spouses can enjoy sexual fantasies within the bounds of Catholic teaching. Learn how sexual thoughts about one's spouse, when grounded in real intimacy and free from sin, can be a healthy part of married life, according to Church doctrine and moral theology.
Can Catholic Spouses Use “Dirty Talk” in the Bedroom?
Can Catholic spouses use “dirty talk” during sex without sin? This article explores the moral theology behind vulgar language in the bedroom, drawing on Scripture, St. Thomas Aquinas, and traditional Catholic teaching. It offers guidance to married couples seeking clarity on what’s permissible in private intimacy while avoiding scrupulosity.