Prayer groups of mothers can make chastity a special prayer intention. In their daily prayers, families can include a special intention for chastity or for women contemplating abortion. Offer one-day retreats, known as LifeSaver Retreats, for junior high students to reflect on the sanctity of life and chastity. High school leaders serve as peer mentors to eighth grade students. The young people discuss threats to human life and chastity and provide positive ways to witness to the world.
Parents are the primary educators of their children.
Provide a family workshop on the topic of chastity so that families can benefit from the support and skills taught. Family communication in the area of sexuality is positively influenced. The Diocese of Saginaw is the home of Rick Nix, associate director for the Mission Office and director of the Office for Black Catholic Concerns. In the past two years, Mr. Nix has directed much of his talent and energies to a national Ministry to Black Catholic Men, of which he serves as president. Chapters are springing up around the country.