Fathers for Good

Whether you are a seasoned dad, a new dad, a dad to be, or a single guy wanting to know more about fatherhood, this Web site is for you. There is a role only a father can fill and gifts only a father can give. In a culture that often does not favor fatherhood or masculine virtue, we wish to highlight the unique contributions of men, husbands and fathers. The world would be lacking without them. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Grace Before Meals

Grace Before Meals is centered on one fundamental concept: the simple act of creating and sharing a meal can strengthen all kinds of relationships. Founded by Fr. Leo Patalinghug in 2003, Grace Before Meals has grown from a simple idea to a worldwide movement, producing a book, blog and even a pilot for a TV show endorsed by PBS.

Research shows that having frequent family dinners can reduce the susceptibility of teens to risks like teen pregnancy, smoking, drug use and depression. And these benefits don’t just apply to traditional families or people with kids. Stronger families foster stronger communities, and that’s the goal we’re striving for–one meal at a time. Visit the Grace Before Meals website >

Love & Family A parish-based series that equips parents with the tools they need to be the first teachers of their children regarding the blessing of God’s plan for chastity and human sexuality. Download the Love & Family Manual >

Love & Logic Parenting Classes

"Love and Logic is a commonsense approach that teaches parents skills that cultivate confidence and good decision-making in children by offering choices, empathy, and respect while adults avoid anger, threats, warnings or lectures. Love and Logic is easy to learn and can be put to use right away; it changes lives, and raises responsible children."

The classes are presented by Annette Clutter and Marceline Arnold, educators from St. Anne"s Catholic School in Wichita, both certified and experienced Love & Logic teachers. The classes include humorous video presentations, practical suggestions and question and answer periods. Find out more by visiting the Love & Logic website>

Upcoming Love & Logic classes:

• For more information, please call the Spiritual Life Center at (316) 744-0167 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Saint Gianna Family Group

The Saint Gianna Family group is a way to support the families of the parish, and help them to come together to build family awareness and express the Catholic faith in our families and in our community. Please download this document for more information about the Saint Gianna Family Group.

That Man is You! Becoming a Man After God's Own Heart

That Man is You! seeks to form men who are fully alive by harmonizing what has typically been referred to as the Three Wisdoms of the Catholic Church: knowledge (secular knowledge including medical and social science); understanding (theology, including Scripture, the Magisterium and Tradition); and wisdom (contemplative or mystical knowledge found primarily in the writings of the saints).  By harmonizing these "three wisdoms," the program has "opened vistas" and "made the faith come alive" for men in ways that would have been impossible given a more narrow focus.  Visit www.thatmanisyou.org for more information.

In the Wichita Diocese, this program is available at the following parishes.

Other Resources

Catholic Counseling and Therapy

Family Catechism

Find a Catholic Therapist

Letter from a priest to his siblings: Why Families Should Pray the Rosary

Protect Your Kids Online

Recommended Reading

'Our Catholic Family Ways' Poster (available from our Office)