Suggestions for chastity program

[Mimi]

I want to ask about Abstinence Education and chastity programs – namely, do you think they can work if kids have a firm support group and they and their friends have that mindset (to save themselves for their future spouse)?

I am on a planning committee to have such a program for the Catholic 13 - 15 yo’s in our area. It is sponsored by our right to life group; we figure it pays to put our funds toward the root cause of the abortion problem. Kids are not being taught properly (Sex is good, so good it should be saved for marriage; God made us for each other, modesty, etc).We have a speaker lined up who is committed to this project and knows how to relate to teens. We are planning to have a band, food, prizes, Pure Love Club stuff, a video and Reconciliation and Mass afterward.

Any suggestions???

Thnx!!!

Happy Easter!!
Mimi

 

[puzzleannie]

Ascension Press has a Theology of the Body curriculum for teens, which is excellent, we will implement it in the parish as soon as I can find people willing to be trained as facilitators. We could not find facilitators for the presenation for married and engaged couples so it will be an uphill struggle.

 

[stbruno]

sexrespect.com/

I like this program by Dr. Colleen Mast who also talks on Catholic Radio. Check out her website and also her materials.

 

[kage_ar]

Ascension Press has a Theology of the Body curriculum for teens, which is excellent, we will implement it in the parish as soon as I can find people willing to be trained as facilitators. We could not find facilitators for the presenation for married and engaged couples so it will be an uphill struggle.

I second this, my teen’s class is using this text - it is great!

 

[Mimi]

I second this, my teen’s class is using this text - it is great!

Thank you so much for all suggestions. I am familiar with Dr. Mast’s site and may suggest this as a follow up or have some samples for parents to peruse.

The diocese of Fargo, ND, has a terrific amount of stuff there, too.

I’m researching, so please keep the suggestions coming!

Mimi

 

[dkoinzan]

Have you listened to Jason Evert’s sample on this web sight? He would make an excellent speaker. Go to Catholic Answers, seminars, and then you should find Jason Evert. You can listen to a sample of his talks.

Christopher West puts out a talk for teens also. I haven’t listened to the teen stuff, but the adult talks are great and I would recommend any of his books.