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Is pornography a sin?

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In short: Yes. It hurts the dignity of everyone involved, on both sides of the screen. But you’re not stuck: confession brings you back to God’s grace. CCC 2354 CCC 1468

The answer, in writing

Church teaching

Pornography does grave injury to the dignity of everyone involved and is a grave offense. CCC 2354

Confession restores us to God’s grace and an intimate friendship with Him. CCC 1468

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If you’re stuck, you’re not alone and you’re not hopeless. Go to confession, tell someone you trust, and get real help. God never gets tired of forgiving.

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How we know · 2 Catechism paragraphs

1. Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 1468, 2354 (official text on vatican.va).

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