Fathers and mothers are encouraged to bring their sons and daughters to learn how their desire for love is intimately tied into God’s plan for their lives. They will learn the Truth about their sexuality and how they can live this gift in a way that will satisfy.

Teens are continually bombarded by images and messages that contrary to their Catholic Faith. If sons do not learn from their fathers what it means to be a real man, they will pick up a message contrary to their dignity.

As the Catechism of the Catholic Church (#1653) teaches, “Parents are the principal and first educators of their children.” The purpose of the Father-Son Programs is not to take away this role, but to empower fathers with a common language to dialogue with their sons about these important issues.

Every young man wants to know he has the strength and ability to thrive in this world. Our programs are designed to help fathers equip their sons for any challenge that may come their way.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

• God’s plan for our bodies and sexuality
• The physical and emotional development of a young man
• Discovering our true identity and vocation in Jesus Christ
• Appreciation and reverence for the gift of sexuality
• The virtue of chastity
• Becoming a man of integrity

Middle School Program

Saturday, March 24, 2012 – 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The John NewCombe Tennis Ranch
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Saturday, September 29, 2012 – 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The John NewCombe Tennis Ranch
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High School Program

Saturday, May 12, 2012 – 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The John NewCombe Tennis Ranch
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Saturday, October 20, 2012 – 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The John NewCombe Tennis Ranch
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One result of the hypersexualized culture in which we live is a direct attack on everything feminine, especially the feminine body. Young girls today are plagued by images and ideas that greatly influence their understanding of human love and sexuality.

The Mother-Daughter Programs on the Gift of Femininity present a holistic understanding of sexuality within the context of God’s bigger plan for life and love. These programs provide an atmosphere for mothers and daughters to learn about and celebrate the amazing gift of femininity together. Two separate programs have been carefully designed and structured according to a document from the Pontifical Council for the Family entitled, The Truth and Meaning of Human Sexuality: Guidelines for Education within the Family. Each program takes into consideration the different and specific stages of emotional and psychological growth as well as physical maturity. Both programs are appropriate for an “age range,” allowing parents to decide when the information would be most appropriate and beneficial for their daughter. The content of each program differs slightly, but the theme of both programs is that of gift — understanding myself, my body and my femininity as such.

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Middle School Program

Sunday, February 26, 2012 – 1pm-5:30pm
Providence Catholic School
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Sunday March 25th, 2012 – 1pm-5:30pm
Pastoral Center
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Sunday September 16th, 2012 – 1pm-5:30pm
Location TBA
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High School Program

Saturday, April 21st, 2012 – 9am-3pm
Pastoral Center
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Saturday, October 20th, 2012 – 9am-3pm
Location TBA
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