1988- focused on dignity and rights of women. Intended to clarify Catholic position on issues raised by feminism in the face of sexist accusation
what did Pope John Paul II believe?
men and women have equal but complimentary roles- he drew attention to experiences of female European Saint. Jesus= turning point in human history was only possible with a women, praising importance of virginity and motherhood
what did motherhood enable?
motherhood enables self-giving
husband owes a special debt to women in role of parenting
