Human Sexuality: 'Wonderful Gift' and 'Awesome Responsibility'

This article evidently summarizes the Church's position on the topic of sexuality. Throughout the article, I was not surprised at any of positions and views the Church took regarding sexuality. Their outlook on the distinct groups of married partners, single people, and today's adolescents I agree with. However, I was a little confused and surprised while I was reading the section on the distinct group of homosexuals. One view the article described the Church had is that homosexuals should not suffer from prejudice against their basic human rights. I agree, and I feel as though everyone has become more accepting of this type of relationship. On the other hand, the Church is denying them the right to be married and believe it is morally wrong to have sex with the same gender. I found this to be a little surprising and hypocritical. Overall, I believe this article did a good job to clearly explain the Church views on sexuality and did not miss any themes or messages.

Mission Statement

I vow to live my life honorably and with integrity. I will push myself to reach my highest potential and always give my all when facing a challenge. I plan to live my life with a clear conscience, and always living and abiding by my values and beliefs. I devote my life to helping and supporting my family, friends, and community. I must always strive to be a person that thinks not only for themselves, but also for the betterment of others. I vow to always encourage my teammates on and off the athletic field. I wish to be the best friend, daughter, sister, and perhaps, someday, the best wife, mother, and professional.

Who Am I?

My family, friends, and community service are three specific factors that have affected my identity. Growing up in a family with parents and siblings who are athletes influenced my childhood. I played every sport growing up such as soccer, basketball, swimming, tennis, squash, field hockey, lacrosse, ect. However, field hockey was always a big sport in my family, and I was drawn to it at such an early age. I feel as though I was destined to play this sport in college because my mother played at College of William & Mary and my sister played at The University of Pennsylvania. This sport is a very significant part of my life and will continue to be as I play in college at the number 8th ranked field hockey team in the country, Pennsylvania State University, next year. My friends have had a significant impact on my character and influenced my feelings towards people, relationships, and views about life. I have had a special relationship with friends from my neighborhood for about 9 years. Living so close together, has made it easy for us to come and visit each other when we are in need of someone to talk to. We support one another, and push one another to reach our highest potential. I think this sense of loyalty carried over to my new friendships I have made at the Mount, and hope I push and support them as I do with my neighborhood friends.

My community service work at Saint Francis Soup Kitchen and visiting my sister's school has influenced the way I feel about giving back to others who have far less advantages as I do. I sympathize with those who find daily challenges in their life such as hunger, shelter, and lack of security. And, I empathize with those who stories are challenging. Stories such as, those have experienced abuse, neglect, and health issues. I hope to continue to give back and serve throughout the rest of my life.