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- FORMATION - Speak to the Heart

Learn the language and pathways to reveal the reality of love, marriage and family, and discover the theological and philosophical principles behind them.

Quick Reflections for Witnessing Reality

"Just as our thoughts shape the language we use,
so too the language we use shapes our thinking and the content of our discussions."
Archbishop Charles Chaput, Synod on the Family, 2015

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See also
 
Mantras for Taking Back Marriage   Explaining the Reality of Marriage   Resistance - Living in Truth

Exploring Reality and Other Resources

Formation articles that contribute to a reality-based perspective and deeper insights into the application of Church teaching.
They are intended for reflection and contemplation.
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Support Resources for Happier Families

March 24, 2021
Woman with head in her hands. Text says, I need help
 

40 Percent of U.S. Children Born to Unmarried Parents

February 20, 2019
Crying Baby
 

Talking Points for Taking Back Marriage

December 3, 2018
In the Image of God, the Trinity
 

Resistance - Living in Truth

November 21, 2018
Blessed Jerzy Popieluszko
 

Only Half U.S. Children Being Raised by Their Married Parents

September 20, 2018
Single mom silhouette with children
 

Family Structure Affects Likelihood of Child Abuse

August 7, 2018
Family
 

The Cost of Contraception and the Joy of the Gospel of Life

July 20, 2018
50 Anniversary of Humanae Vitae
 

More Americans Living Together, Having Babies Before Marriage

July 11, 2018
Close-up of bride and groom's clasped hands
 

If We Want to Restore Marriage, We Have to Learn This Technique

June 14, 2018
Wedding
 

Why Did We Forget How to Date?

February 19, 2018
A smiling young woman walking

Educational Materials and Resources

Free Downloads- Flyers, Posters, etc.   Formation Materials and Supplies   Support Resources for Happier Families
Materials for study and distribution

Other Resources

U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' For Your Marriage