Can men and women be JUST friends? Part 2

2021-03-10

The conversation continues about whether or not men and women can be JUST friends. In this episode, Padre and Stina, have a look at a few different Christian examples, including Scripture and saints. These include: Paul and Phoebe in Romans 16; 1 Timothy 5:1-2 'Do not rebuke an older man but encourage him as you would a father, younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, younger women as sisters in all purity'; Francis and Clare of Assisi, John of the Cross & Rose of Lima, John Paul II & Anna Teresa ...

The conversation continues about whether or not men and women can be JUST friends. In this episode, Padre and Stina, have a look at a few different Christian examples, including Scripture and saints.

These include: Paul and Phoebe in Romans 16; 1 Timothy 5:1-2 'Do not rebuke an older man but encourage him as you would a father, younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, younger women as sisters in all purity'; Francis and Clare of Assisi, John of the Cross & Rose of Lima, John Paul II & Anna Teresa Tymieniecka.

With the examples of men and women who have gone before us, who have successfully walked the path of holy friendship, why can't we?

We are first called to be brothers and sisters in Christ, and the way that is expressed can also be through friendship.

This is a charged topic, so get in touch with us with your thoughts, comments, and any questions. If you're in a particular friendship that seems sticky, or unsure about, get in touch, we'll help if we can.

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