Talking Points for Clergy – Resources
These resources are specifically relevant to the topic of Engaged Couples. They are explained in more detail on the Talking Points for Priests – Resources Page.
Office of NFP Resources
Engaged? Start Here
A helpful guide for engaged couples on choosing a method, finding an intro session, and understanding NFP vs. contraception. Perfect for sharing in an email with engaged couples.
Online resources
- Methods of Natural Family Planning
- The Natural Choice Video Series
- Introductory Session Schedule (marriage prep requirement in the Archdiocese)
- A Dozen Differences Between Contraception and NFP Handout
External Resources
Books/Articles
- Good News About Sex and Marriage by Christopher West
- Contact our office if you or a couple would like a copy of this book. We can get you/them one free of charge.
- Body and Soul by Archbishop Robert J. Carlson
- A reflection for couples called to marriage on the 40th anniversary of Humanae Vitae by Archbishop Robert Carlson
- Endow Study on Humanae Vitae by Emily Stimpson Chapman
- A thorough explanation and source of reflection on the teachings of Humanae Vitae in a easy to read format. Great for personal reading or group discussion.
- Responsible Parenthood (USCCB)
- Discernment of Spirits in Marriage by Fr. Timothy Gallagher
- To assist couples in learning the process for discerning God’s plan for their family size and balancing prudence AND generosity as the Church calls us to in Humanae Vitae.
- Lovemaking: How to Talk to About Sex with Your Spouse
Videos
- Theology of the Body Institute YouTube Channel
- They have many videos on a wide range of specific topics.
- Also, Christopher West goes through his book Good News About Sex and Marriage in short video formats (7-12 min).
- Catholic Guide to Sex and Intimacy by Dr. Edward and Beth Sri (12 min)
- The Secret About Sex and Holiness by Fr. Mike Schmitz (8 min)
- Catholic Teaching on IVF and Contraception by Fr. Mike Schmitz (12 min)
- Why Married Couples Must Be Open to Children by Fr. Mike Schmitz (9 min)
- Natural Family Planning by Jason Evert (60 min)
- Church’s Teaching on Contraception + NFP by Jackie & Bobby Angel:
Podcasts
Exploration of specific topics related to intimacy and NFP from a Catholic perspective –
- Charting Towards Intimacy with Ellen Holloway
- The Total Whine Podcast with Emily Frase
Exploration of Catholic family life (some specific episodes on NFP/intimacy) –
- Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica Ortega
- Messy Family Project with Alicia and Mike Hernon (podcast + many other resources)
Church Documents
- Amoris Laetitia by Pope Francis (2016)
- Evangelium Vitae by Pope St. John Paul II (1995)
- Theology of the Body by Pope St. John Paul II (1979-1984)
- Familiaris Consortio by Pope St. John Paul II (1980) – place of the Christian family in the Church and the modern world
- Humanae Vitae by Pope St. Paul VI (1968) – God’s design for married love and the gift of life