You are loved unique redeemed
Encounter the truth and beauty of your humanity.
Our modern culture gives us sand to build our lives on. Unhealthy expectations. Shallow relationships. Broken promises.
But there’s more to this story. YOU have a purpose because God created you, knows you, and loves you.
“We are not the sum of our weaknesses and failures, we are the sum of the Father’s love for us and our real capacity to become the image of His Son Jesus.” – St. Pope John Paul II
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Upcoming Events
Series: Magnifica Humanitas
6-week series on Magnifica Humanitas Wednesdays starting November 4th at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Cuyahoga Falls. Led by Jen Ricard. Pope Leo XIV published his first encyclical letter, Magnifica Humanitas, on May 15, 2026. In the letter, he addresses the topic of artificial intelligence and the world's role in safeguarding the human person. Morning session: 9:30-11:00am Meeting Dates: 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 and 12/16. $15/ticket
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
Poustinia Retreat
Poustinia Retreat 2027 will be held at Loyola Retreat House in Green, OH Formation Meeting: Wednesday, February 3rd from 7 to 8:30pm at St. Basil in Brecksville $250/person includes speaker, priest stipend, lodging and meals. Learn More
Clinton, OH 44216 United States
We’re a ministry in the Diocese of Cleveland
that witnesses to the truth, beauty, and goodness of our humanity. Our mission is to equip teenagers and adults with an informed understanding of what it means to be human, rooted in the teachings of the Theology of the Body
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Who Supports TOB CLE
“I am proud of the work TOB CLE does to share the Gospel and its fundamental truths of creation. The group’s efforts to teach the beauty and sanctity of the human person as God’s sacred handiwork, is a testament to the plan and purpose God has for each and every one of us. May we take to heart their message of living our lives according to the Lord’s design, and thereby draw closer to him.”
Bishop Edward Malesic
Bishop, Diocese of Cleveland
TOB CLE is a true blessing to Northeast Ohio. Jen Ricard and her talented team are on the front lines of evangelization and education, reminding people who and whose we are in this new apostolic age.
Fr. Damian Ference
Vicar of Evangelization, Diocese of Cleveland
“A good disciple helps make more disciples. TOB CLE does this very well. Through showing The Lord’s plan for union etched in our very bodies TOB CLE faithful communicates the gospel in engaging ways to men and women of all ages”
Fr. Ryan Mann
Priest, Diocese of Cleveland
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New TOB CLE Features
Unveiling Christianity
“What is the Theology of the Body? w/ Fr. Patrick Schultz”
St Basil the Great Catholic Church Podcast
602. Hope Does Not Disappoint …Oh Really? Fr. Ryan Talks to the Cleveland Catholic Women’s Conference
We are told to hold onto hope and believe in the goodness of Christ. But sometimes our reality feels hopeless, so what are we to do then? In this talk to the Cleveland Catholic Women’s Conference, Fr. Ryan speaks into the lies that we are alone, that God does not care, or that there is no hope, and shows us how Christ gently speaks to us in hard places.
Fathom the Heart
019 – Jen Ricard, Executive Director of TOB CLE
We are joined by Jen Ricard, Executive Director of TOB CLE (Theology of the Body – Cleveland) as she shares her story of how deep encounter with the Sacred Heart of Jesus brought her from reluctant Catechist, unsure if she was even at home in the Catholic Church, to passionate evangelist of the Gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated through the rich teaching of Pope St. John Paul II.
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Pope St. John Paul II delivered 129 talks between 1979 and 1984, collectively known as the Theology of the Body (TOB). These talks weren’t about revealing new truths of the Catholic faith. Instead, they present a new structure to answer fundamental questions. Why were we created? What is our life’s purpose?
At its heart, TOB is about understanding the vocation of life, and how we are called to participate in God’s divine life.
TOB CLE takes these profound teachings on human dignity, relationships, and sexuality, and turns them into a life-changing educational experience for youth and adults.
We invite you to discover the beauty of the human body as a reflection of God’s love. This isn’t just about learning; it’s about transformation. It’s about deepening your faith. It’s about living out authentic love. And it’s about witnessing that love to the world.