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Billings Method of America-BOMA Information on the Billings (Ovulation) method of Natural Family Planning, according to four simple rules. Because of the simplicity of its rules, the Billings Method is popular throughout the US, as well as in many under-developed countries. 

The Couple to Couple League The Couple to Couple League (CCL) is an growing, international organization dedicated to teaching NFP to married and engaged couples in the sympto-thermal method. CCL is the largest NFP provider in the US, and has a presence in 23 foreign countries.

Pope Paul VI Institute The Creighton Model FertilityCare System^TM teaches women to observe certain biological signs to identify times of fertility & infertility. These signs (including cervical mucus and bleeding patterns) are charted daily to give a picture of the woman's individual cycle.

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Dr. Janet Smith Excellent articles by a leading Catholic philosophy professor, on Humanae Vitae, Contraception, and NFP. Dr. Smith's excellent & readable translation of Humanae Vitae here

Dr. Jennifer Roback-Morse A unique and wonderfully challenging take on marriage, sexuality and human fulfillment. Lots of great articles, etc. Make sure to check out Dr. Roback-Morse's new book, "Smart Sex: Finding Lifelong Love in a Hook-Up World here 

One More Soul - Excellent resources / articles on NFP and the risks of contraception.

US Conference of Catholic Bishops - NFP page Clear explanation of what NFP is; also deals with common misperceptions / myths about NFP, as well as Church teachings/ documents related to NFP.

New Jersey Family Planning - NFP programs & resources in the state of New Jersey

Northwest Family Services - Dedicated to providing excellent educational materials, resources, and services that enhance and protect the dignity of the human person and successful family life.

Natural Family Planning Outreach - Comprehensive site for accurate, practical, up to date info on NFP, its practice, effectiveness, benefits ... as well as its underlying moral principles.  Good audio / written resources by Fr. McCaffrey, Fr. Hogan & Fr. Harbiger - including those in Mp3 format!

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Theology of the Body - Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body - on humanlove in the Divine Plan. More information on this site about Theology of the Body here

Catholic Culture

Domestic Church - Promotes Catholic culture in the family, towards a truly Catholic culture in the world.

God of Desire - Re-thinking God and true love in the modern world.

God Spy - Witty, modern Catholic web magazine.

Love for Life - Support for the young and chaste in New York City.


Catholic Ecclesial Movements/Faith Communities - Social & spiritual life for spouses & families.

Charismatic Renewal - American Catholic movement for those with a charismatic inclination. Dedicated to developing a life of holiness and witnessing to Jesus Christ through personal testimony and works of mercy & justice.

Christian Family Movement - Popular in the 50’s, this Catholic organization is growing again, and  promoting the development of Catholic community among families.

Couples for Christ - Promote Christian renewal within the context of family relationships. Especially strong among Filipino communities.

Communion and Liberation - Beloved by intellectual and artistic folk and thoroughly Catholic. Seek to convey Christ’s love through authentic relationships. Very family oriented tightly knit community.

Cursillo - Movement that aims to make Christian community possible in neighborhoods, parishes, work situations and families. Serving both English and Spanish speaking communities.

Emmanuel Community - Originated in France. For those with a charismatic spirituality. Meets on Friday evenings at The Church of Notre Dame on 114th and Morningside Drive.

Familia - For more information contact: infoeng@regnumchristi.org
Affiliated with Regnum Christi. Seeks to help develop strong families and foster an awareness of the need for Christ and the Church in daily family life.

Family of the Americas - Promotes family unity by encouraging parents to meet their mutual responsibilities to each other and to their children.  

Focolare - Eccumenical-oriented movement that holds retreats for families with youth fests and children’s programs in Hyde Park, NY (Dutchess County).

Knights of Columbus - This organization tirelessly supports family and the sanctity of life.          Men - maybe you are being called to become a part of the new generation of Knights.

Marriage Encounter - Offers weekend retreats for couples that want to enrich their marriage.
 

Opus Dei - Occasionally host speakers on subjects of interest to parents and families at their house on the Upper West Side, near Columbia. For more information contact info@opusdei.org

Teams of Our Lady - Consist of 5 to 6 married couples led by priest. Committed to growth in the spiritual life of the couple and family through a program of prayer and study. Offers a great means of developing a faith community among families.

Women Affirming Life - Bringing love & compassion to the public debate on the sanctity of life

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