The Catholic Diocese of Tyler

Burdens and Blessings of Infertility

Burdens and Blessings of Infertility

by | Jul 29, 2022 | CET: Marriage, CET: NFP

Originally published July 26, 2021. Every year around July 25th, the anniversary of the papal encyclical Humanae Vitae, Natural Family Planning (NFP) Awareness Week takes place. During the week of July 25-31, 2021, there will be an increase of posts, articles, and...
NFP from a Priest’s Perspective

NFP from a Priest’s Perspective

by | Jul 28, 2022 | CET: Marriage, CET: NFP

Originally published July 29, 2021. It was 5:12am, the first morning of vacation, and I thought I was about to spend  a peaceful morning  praying, reading, and watching the sun rise. As I exited my bedroom, I came across the son of my friend in the living room crying...
The NFP Mindset

The NFP Mindset

by | Jul 26, 2022 | CET: Marriage, CET: NFP

Originally published July 27, 2021. Everything has to make sense. Everything must fit in its proper place. This has gotten me into some trouble and oftentimes I take more time to do even simple things than is strictly necessary. Simple questions become large, time...