Talking to Your Sons About Their Changing Bodies
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Talking to Your Sons About Their Changing Bodies

Talking to your son about the changes in his body can feel overwhelming, but it’s one of the most important conversations you’ll have as he grows. Puberty is a pivotal time of physical and emotional development, and guiding your son through these changes with openness and respect is key to helping him understand his body,…

Teaching Chastity to Children: A Guide for Parents to Nurture Purity and Self-Respect
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Teaching Chastity to Children: A Guide for Parents to Nurture Purity and Self-Respect

As parents, guiding children through the complexities of today’s world includes teaching them the value of chastity—living a life of purity, self-respect, and understanding the sacredness of their body and relationships. While discussing chastity can be challenging, it’s an essential conversation to have as they grow and begin to encounter the world’s messages around love…

Raising Children in a Hyper-Sexualized Culture: Protecting Their Dignity and Faith
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Raising Children in a Hyper-Sexualized Culture: Protecting Their Dignity and Faith

In today’s world, children are exposed to hyper-sexualized messages at an alarmingly early age. Whether through media, social networks, advertising, or peer pressure, the challenge for families is greater than ever. As parents, our task is to guide and protect our children, helping them navigate this culture while upholding their dignity, faith, and self-worth. Here…

Resources for Parents to Help Protect Their Children
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Resources for Parents to Help Protect Their Children

Protecting Your Children in the Digital Age: 5 Essential Resources for Parents With media messages bombarding children from all angles—TV, social media, apps, and even at school—guiding them to live according to faith and values is more important than ever. The good news is, you don’t have to do it alone. Many resources for parents…

What St. John Paul II Says About Human Dignity and Sexuality
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What St. John Paul II Says About Human Dignity and Sexuality

St. John Paul II was a prolific teacher on human sexuality, emphasizing its deep connection to the dignity of the human person. Through his writings and Wednesday audiences, he reminded us that human sexuality is not merely a physical act but a profound expression of love that reflects the image of God. St. John Paul…

Navigating Identity Challenges in the Family
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Navigating Identity Challenges in the Family

Navigating identity challenges in the family can be a complex and sensitive journey. As parents, it can be difficult to address the challenges while maintaining a firm understanding of truth and morality.  Thankfully, the Church provides a framework within the Catechism that will help guide parents and families in navigating identity challenges.  “[Those with disordered…

The Role of Women in Families and Society
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The Role of Women in Families and Society

Written in 1995, Pope St. John Paul II’s Letter to Women is a significant document in understanding the role of women in families and society. While brief, the letter addresses all women in gratitude for their gifts, talents, and feminine genius which provides depth to culture.  We are seeing a gentle push for women to…