2026 NFP Campaign
God in Charge - Open to Life
WEEK 1:
"Man cannot fully find himself except through a sincere gift of himself."
—St. Pope John Paul II
At the heart of every human person is the call to love.
Young or old, single, married, widowed—we are each capable of becoming a gift to another. We become a self-gift when we sit beside a friend in need, offer our time in service, faithfully "show up" for our children, choose love when it is most difficult, and when husbands and wives give themselves to one another freely, totally, faithfully, and fruitfully.
In giving ourselves away, we do not lose who we are; we discover who we were created to be. Through these daily acts of self-giving love, we reflect the very heart of God and His infinite, unconditional love for each of us.
The call to become a gift of self lies at the heart of God's beautiful plan for marriage and family. Through St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, discover the deeper meaning of authentic love.
Links :
What is the Theology of the Body?: https://aleteia.org/2022/05/28/what-is-the-theology-of-the-body/
USCCB Theology of the Body Overview: https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/catholic-teaching/theology-of-the-body
Video: What Is the Theology of the Body? – Christopher West: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37daHBmiFM4
Video: Our Bodies Tell the Story of God’s Love – Christopher West & Chris Stefanik: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukEy4x0Jj-8
Books: https://paulinestore.com/faith-formation/theology-of-the-body.html/
WEEK 2:
“Discover the Power of Natural Family Planning”
NFP is a church-approved, scientifically validated system of fertility awareness that honors your marriage vows to love Freely, Totally, Faithfully, and Fruitfully.
But how many children should you have? The Church leaves that to your prayerful discernment through “responsible parenthood”—balancing a generous heart with a prudent look at your life circumstances.
NFP also empowers ALL women by decoding the body's natural signs. It provides deep insight into reproductive health, helps uncover underlying medical issues, and fosters true marital connection. Follow the QR code to learn about several different methods of NFP, Responsible Parenthood, and more. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more help in finding the right method for you.
Links :
Why choose NFP for your marriage?: https://naturalwomanhood.org/family-planning-for-newlyweds-nfp-vs-contraception/
Different Method of NFP explained (in-person, mostly virtual): https://naturalwomanhood.org/which-fertility-awareness-method-best-fabm-nfp/
NFP Classes Available In-Person: https://www.diobelle.org/nfp/methods-classes
A Deep Dive Into John Paul II's "Love & Responsibility" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lam1RoxznhQ&t=296s
The Responsible Parenthood of ‘Humanae Vitae’ Requires Virtue: https://www.ncregister.com/blog/the-responsible-parenthood-of-humanae-vitae-requires-virtue
WEEK 3:
“NFP: Science-Backed. Life-Changing.”
So, how do you actually learn NFP? Start by choosing an NFP method that you prefer. Most take about 3 months to learn, guided by a certified instructor. Contact our diocesan NFP Coordinator, Emily Joost, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for guidance.
The payoff? A lifetime of body literacy — a gift from God to be used in harmony with His design — to avoid or achieve pregnancy, navigate PMS, PCOS, postpartum, infertility, and even perimenopause.
And yes — it works. Modern NFP methods are 97–99% effective at avoiding pregnancy, backed by continually advancing research and rooted in the Church's teaching on the beauty of the human person. Scan the QR code to see how the numbers compare and get more information about methods.
Links:
Method effectiveness rates: https://public.files.capacity.com/b74c60b2-5d6b-4369-ae6a-8eed6e9bbb22/0cf651d9-ef0e-4464-a000-ed6c66401482?FU=1729609270
NFP vs. Contraceptives: https://public.files.capacity.com/b74c60b2-5d6b-4369-ae6a-8eed6e9bbb22/ef395b9d-5dbd-45b5-988d-d09e65f8227a?FU=1719675383
Postpartum Guidance: https://naturalwomanhood.org/topic/postpartum/
Perimenopause Guidance: https://naturalwomanhood.org/topic/perimenopause-and-menopause/
Methods and effectiveness: https://naturalwomanhood.org/topic/effectiveness-rates/ 
WEEK 4:
“The Feminine Genius”
Natural Family Planning is known for helping couples avoid or achieve pregnancy, but its foundation, Fertility Awareness, offers something for every woman, married or single, from her very first cycle to menopause. Every girl and woman deserves to understand her body and know how to address irregularities like painful periods, persistent acne, or hormonal imbalances by treating the root cause, not masking it with artificial hormones.
This is real female empowerment: knowledge that honors how God designed the female body and equips women to seek healing, not just symptom relief. Moms, you can walk this journey with your daughters, helping them see their cycles as a sign of health and a reflection of their dignity.
Links:
Body Literacy for Catholics: https://www.pearlandthistle.com/
Doctor referral list: https://www.diobelle.org/images/stories/respect-life/NFP%20Physicians%20and%20Nurses%20PDF.pdf
Wonder of Eve (reach out to Emily at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if interested): https://www.nfpgoodforlife.com/embrace-the-wonder-a-look-at-the-program-the-wonder-of-eve/
Cycle Mindfulness Clubs: https://naturalwomanhood.org/cycle-mindfulness-clubs/
HRT for Perimenopause: https://catholicwomeninbusiness.com/articles/20menopause-in-the-workplace-preparation-management-and-reflection-for-the-modern-catholic-woman
Mother/Daughter Course: https://catholicwomeninbusiness.com/articles/20menopause-in-the-workplace-preparation-management-and-reflection-for-the-modern-catholic-woman
