Find an Introductory NFP Session

This page is regularly updated with the latest NFP introductory session information.
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Phone: (314) 997-7576 | Email: stlnfp@archstl.org

So you are interested in NFP, but are not sure where to start? We are here to help!

Step 1: Choose a method

There are four methods of NFP taught in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. You can learn about the different methods here. We highly recommend choosing the method that you think will work best for you with your lifestyle and preferences.

Step 2: Attend a NFP introductory session

Each method regularly hosts introductory sessions and the schedule is listed below. In general, the intro course is taught in a group setting, but subsequent follow-ups with an instructor are conducted privately (method dependent).

Please note, an intro course in one of the methods of NFP is required for marriage prep in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Ideally, the sooner you start learning the better! We suggest attending the session 3-6 months prior to your wedding to allow time for learning and practicing the method. 

Step 3: Begin charting!


Billings Ovulation Method:

AWARE at St. Mary Magdalen Church – Brentwood
In-Person Group Classes: 
  • 11/12/2024 @ 7:00pm (Brentwood, MO)
  • 12/3/2024 @ 7:00pm (Brentwood, MO)

For questions: email awarenfp@gmail.com


Couple to Couple League (CCL):  

Virtual Group Class: Next available in January 2025

For questions: call 314.683.0146 or email cathleen23@me.com


Creighton Model FertilityCare System:

Amor Verus
Virtual Group Classes:
  • 11/9/2024 @ 10:00am
  • 12/14/2024 @ 10:00am

For questions: call 636.352.8672 or email jmercerfertilitycare@gmail.com

Mercy St. Louis
Virtual Group Classes:
  • 11/5/2024 @ 6:30pm
  • 11/14/2024 @ 6:30pm
  • 11/18/2024 @ 6:30pm
  • 12/4/2024 @ 6:30pm
  • 12/19/2024 @ 6:30pm
In-Person Group Classes:
  • 11/26/2024 @ 6:30pm (St. Louis, MO)
  • 12/12/2024 @ 6:30pm (St. Louis, MO)
Mercy South
In-Person Group Classes: 
  • 11/18/2024 @ 6:30pm (St. Louis, MO)
  • 12/16/2024 @ 6:30pm (St. Louis, MO)
Mercy Washington
Virtual Group Classes:
  • 11/30/2024 @ 10:00am
  • 12/14/2024 @ 10:00am

For individual introductory sessions at any Mercy location or with questions: call 314.991.0327

St. Peter’s FertilityCare Services (All Saints Catholic Church)
In-Person Group Class:
  • 11/12/2024 @ 7:00pm (St. Peters, MO)
  • 11/25/2024 @ 7:00pm (St. Peters, MO)
  • 12/16/2024 @ 7:00pm (St. Peters, MO)
Virtual Group Class:
  • 11/4/2024 @ 6:30pm

For questions: call 636.926.7850 or email sglosscfcp@yahoo.com

SSM St. Clare Health Center FertilityCare Services
Virtual Group Classes: Next available in January 2025

Individual introductory sessions by appointment. Contact mschroederfertilitycare@gmail.com for more information.

SSM St. Joseph’s Hospital – Lake St. Louis FertilityCare Services
Virtual Group Classes:

  • 11/9/2024 @ 12:00pm
  • 12/9/2024 @ 7:00pm

SSM St. Mary’s Health Center FertilityCare Services
Virtual Group Classes:

  • 11/13/2024 @ 7:00pm

For questions: email ssmstmarysfertilitycare@gmail.com

For an Introductory Session in Spanish, please email stlnfp@archstl.org for more information.

Marquette Model

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque 
Virtual Group Classes:

  • 11/11/2024 @ 6:30pm

For questions: email barronml@gmail.com or call 314.606.6086

Sacred Heart – Valley Park
In-Person Group Classes:

  • 12/4/2024 @ 7:00pm (Valley Park, MO)

For questions: email nfp-sarahr@hotmail.com or call 314.607.0502

Mary, Queen of Peace
Virtual Group Classes:

  • 11/13/2024 @ 6:30pm

For questions: email hannah_orourke@yahoo.com or call 812.325.8975

Unsure about which method to choose?