It is the work of Dawn Eden who obtained a MA in Theology from the Dominican House of Studies (a solid source). Dawn, who graduated in May, is now working toward's a doctorate in moral theology at Catholic University of America. Dawn has led an interesting life and God's grace is truly visible in where she is now (I don't know how to update Wiki's, but someone may want to update it with her MA in Theology and a note about her master's thesis).
Dawn explains the thesis:
The 80-page, heavily footnoted thesis is a critique of Christopher West's presentation that reveals the substance behind recent criticisms of his approach, contains new information (including how the fathers of Vatican II condemned the Jungian phallic interpretation of the Easter Candle ritual), and makes positive suggestions for improving instruction on the TOB.
She is offering this thesis in PDF form to anyone donating $10 to go toward's her schooling. Priests, among others, qualify for a free copy, and "starving students" for the cost of a pizza (LOL). Please support Dawn
West is currently on a 6-month sabbatical. He has great talents and much to offer. But, I think his works and lectures need to comprehend the issues that have been raised. Please keep him in your prayers.
Go to Dawn Eden's post to read much more about this thesis, and to order a copy: My revised master's thesis is now available.
Veil-tip to Anna Arco on Twitter for drawing attention to this late June post by Dawn.
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3 Comments:
Diane, Thanks for this. Dawn contributed to a panel discussion on Media Evangelisim I led at a New Evangelization Conference in Texas a few years back by sending me a projectable version of her "Chastity Rome-Check Blues," which was a modest hit on YouTube. You can watch it here.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2v6kFyvbMk&feature=related
After reading your blog I see she is very present on YouTube with numerous talks and presentations. I will definitely donate $10 to her education and get a copy of her presentation. She has been a true voice in Manhattan, I think.
Diane, I was thrilled to read her article a few weeks ago. It was very refreshing.
I have been a critic of West for the past 10 or so years and was shocked at the stuff that came out last year.
One guy called Dr. Alice von Hildebrand a "crusty old wind-bag". I kid you not. It was published in the National Catholic Register.
-KJS
I'm assuming the person who would refer to Dr. Alice von Hildebrand as a "crusty old wind-bag" was not one of the journalists or bloggers, but someone hiding behind anonymity in the combox?
I think a number of people within orthodox circles have had difficulty with certain aspects of West's teachings, and style. I also think that serious dialogue was suppressed and eventually led to last year's public exchange bewteen many well respected people on opposite sides.
There has to be dialogue. I think there is merit in the criticisms and those should be explored more thoroughly by moral theologians.
In other words, while unpleasant in one sense, good can come from the the controversy..... unless dialogue is shut down.
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