And permissive values breed promiscuity, not love and goodness and health. And promiscuity leaves a trail of devastation in the ability of young people to form life-long committed relationships. Meanwhile no one gets hurt by chastity, which is the most effective weapon against AIDS, as well as the most economic. Promiscuity's consequences are costly, not just to the individuals, but to the whole society. That reveals a very condescending attitude to the moral aptitude of young people.
Young people do love a challenge.
We need to help young people rediscover the joy and beauty of sex and spread the subversive news that contrary to popular media opinion, the best sex CAN be found within the confines of a loving marriage. Francois is responsible for Youth Ministry in the Catholic Diocese of Johannesburg.