MATERIALS FOR PARISHES

PROGRAM GUIDE
Read this guide to understand how to use The VIRTUES program and the options available to your parish.
1. PROGRAM GUIDE.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [171.2 KB]

The VIRTUES - Introduction
Use this introductory flyer as a bulletin insert to invite the parish to participate in the program.
0. Intro (parish bulletin insert).pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [12.4 MB]

PRUDENCE - The Habit of Making Wise Decisions
Use this flyer as a bulletin insert, and as a handout for the couples participating in the first session of the program.
1. Prudence Flyer.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [6.9 MB]

JUSTICE - The Source of Harmony and Peace in our Homes
Use this flyer as a bulletin insert, and as a handout for couples participating in the second session of the program.
2. Justice Flyer.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [4.3 MB]

COURAGE - The Strength to Live Our Vocation
Use this flyer as a bulletin insert, and as a handout for couples participating in the third session of the program.
3. Courage Flyer.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [2.5 MB]

TEMPERANCE - the Virtue of Self-Control and Moderation
Use this flyer as a bulletin insert, and as a handout for couples participating in the last session of the program.
4. Temperance Flyer.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [7.6 MB]

Helpful Steps in Sharing your Feelings with Each Other
Give a copy of this handout to each couple at the start of each session. This flyer contains tips for constructive communication when spouses disagree.
5. Helpful Steps.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [68.1 KB]

Sample Bulletin Announcements
These are samples to help you formulate program announcements that are appropriate for your parish.
3. BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [53.9 KB]

RETREAT OUTLINE - Grow Your Marriage With the Virtues
This is an outline for a 4 hours parish retreat. Feel free to adapt it to suit your parish's needs.
4. RETREAT OUTLINE - The Virtues.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [194.3 KB]