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By Michele Chronister, Catholic Exchange, June 20, 2022
Michele Chronister is a wife, and mother to three little girls and one little one in heaven. She received her BA and MA in theology from the University of Notre Dame (’09 and ’11). …
The latest Star Wars series was recently released, and, as The Mandalorian did, Obi-Wan Kenobi heavily focuses on the theme of fatherhood. What is fascinating is that, for a culture so obsessed with downplaying gender differences, both of these shows portray the fatherhood that all men are called to in an authentic way.
Namely, the show focuses on – guardianship, safety, and the concern for a child who is lost. In examining these themes in the show, we can reflect on the nature of manhood and fatherhood in the Catholic worldview. (note: Spoilers ahead.) …
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