May 09 "Into The Heart" - The Brand New Christopher West DVD SeriesJoin True Love Waits for the latest Christopher West DVD Series "Into The Heart" as a follow on from "Created and Redeemed". When: Monday nights every fortnight starting May 11th at 7:30pm (8 sessions) Where:Catholic Pastoral Centre (school parking lot off Harold St) RSVP: truelovewaitswa@yahoo.com The sessions will no longer be alternating at the North Perth Redemptorist Monastery. We apologise for any inconvenience. True Love Waits is also searching for some new leaders and this program is an ideal way to get to know the group and train to become a potential leader for the group.
April 09 TLW Movie NightMonday 27th @ 7pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre Tired? Stressed? Bored? You need a night out... or rather a night in with TLW hosting a movie night on the BIG screen. Surround sound, air conditioned comfort and popcorn.
Despite its many laughs, there is a serious message to our “mystery movie”, however the night will be more about having a good time with friends than anything too serious. Bring a friend (or a pillow) and relax with friends and good company. You are welcome to bring along your favourite snacks and beverages.
March 09 Responsible Parenthood & MarriageMonday 30th @ 7:30-9pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre In an era where half of marriages breakdown, why are marriages where NFP is used 10 times more successful??
Catholics are quite often perceived as naive of “responsible parenting”, a very important yet often confusing aspect of marriage. We hear: “…The Church teaches against contraception, am I supposed to have 15 babies then?” What is Natural Family Planning (NFP)? Isn’t NFP just a natural form of contraception? How reliable is it, really? Most Catholics are often at a loss to answer!
February 09 Theology of the Body for Teens Seminar Series PostponedCity Beach Parish has had to cancel the seminar series for the time being, but it may be run later in the year.
“Romance Without Regret” ScreeningMonday 23rd @ 7:30-9pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre Jason and Chystalina Evert, internationally recognised presenters on chastity for young people, present their most famous and concise explanation on why chastity makes sense. Also a great resource for parents and teachers, this presentation will inspire and convict youth and young adults that chastity is the way to “Romance without Regret.”
Theology of the Body for Teens Seminar SeriesRunning 6:30pm - 7:30pm starting on Tuesday February 24 at City Beach Parish hall, this twelve week series run by City Beach Parish will be presenting one of the hottest new resources around in the area of teen sexuality. The DVD seminar features internationally renowned speaker Jason Evert and is strongly recommended as essential teenager formation.
December 08 The OneDue to the widespread demand for it, the slideshow used in last month's Open Session entitled "The One" has been made available. It includes notes containing important remarks and information not on the slides themselves. It should be a helpful reference on the most of the content, but much of what was said was unscripted. Click here to download the powerpoint file (right-click to save) [3.51 MB]
July 08 Created and Redeemed is On Again!Speak to anyone who has been part of this 8 part seminar series and they will tell you about its profound effect on their understanding of sexuality and of Christ. Christopher West, who features in this DVD series, truly has a gift at explaining the Church's teaching about love, marriage and sex. If you've never heard of Theology of the Body, want to grow deeper in your faith, or just want some straight answers to your questions, this is for you! Where: St Thomas' Parish Hall, 2 College Rd, Claremont Click here for more information!
June 08 Restoring Trust & Rebuilding RelationshipsMonday 23rd @ 7:30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre Most of us have been through a breakup or know someone who has. The pain, grief, hurt or out-and-out betrayal involved can sometimes affect us in making clear, common sense decisions on what to do next. Should you be friends or not? Is it possible to even put things right somehow and get back together? All three are real possibilities. Yet how do you now which one?
May 08 Authentic Femininity: Discovering the Woman God Called You to Be!Monday 26th @ 7:30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre The final part of our two part series on Masculinity and Femininity features guest speaker Lydia Fernandez. Lydia works as the Manager of Pregnancy Assistance Inc. Lydia developed a great passion in the area of promoting the dignity of women upon completing her studies at the John Paul II Institute of Marriage and Family in 2004. She will be getting to the heart of femininity and explaining what John Paul II referred to as "the feminine genius". Again a separate section will be presented particularly for men as to how they can best support and guide women in this area. See you there!
April 08 Masculinity: Calling Forth a New Generation of MenMonday 28th @ 7:30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre The first of two presentations to come addressing the particular calling of both men and women, their vocation and their particular genius and challenges they face. This month we begin with men and look at what real masculinity is, why there is such an absence of real male role models. Paul Kelly, RE coordinator of Aquinas College will be speaking about the challenge to men to embrace their calling to be Christ like men who are not afraid of the cross in sanctifying their spouse and family. Men, who are courageous enough to initiate the changes in our culture so desperately needed. Women will also be addressed in how they can best support and encourage men in this area. Don't miss it!
March 08 The Biblical Basis of ChastityMonday 31st @ 7:30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre A Scriptural exploration of the topic of chastity, looking through Biblical Characters such as Job, Oman, Judah, Suzannah, Abraham, Joseph of Egypt, Samson, King David and many more! Featuring a lighthearted drama of one of these stories, prepare to discover that God's vision of the dignity of man and the beauty of chastity are a theme running right through scripture!
February 08 Walking with Love SymposiumDate: Saturday 16th, 1.00 pm (for 1.30pm start) – 5.30pm An initiative of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, this symposium seeks to teach all people of goodwill how to walk with love and gentleness in their encounter with vulnerable pregnant women and those who suffer the effects of an abortion
Choicez Media PresentationScreening of "The Problem with Pornography" resource with discussion afterwards. A sobering documentary that challenges the innocence of pornography and the myth that pornography harms nobody. This is a fantastic 40 minute presentation which would be ideal for classroom discussions.
July 07 Created and Redeemed Comes to Whitfords!
Each Thursday for 8 weeks, starting on August 16th 7pm @ Our Lady of The Mission
Retreat NewsThe weekend was unfortunately disrupted with the venue being double booked by the administrators for someone else. Despite this major setback, a series of talks and fabulous meals were put on by the crew at CYM for a substitute day workshop on Saturday and Sunday. People got a lot out of the weekend from many reports. A big thanks to Fr John for being there and for Robert and co. in the kitchen for keeping the hungry throngs at bay!
Bronia travels to Melbourne to study with Prof. Janet SmithJust weeks ago, TLW held an open session on the "Contraception: Why Not?" DVD starring Dr Janet Smith. Now Bronia is going to see in the flesh this internationally acclaimed and respected authority on Contraception and Humane Vitae among other fields.
June 07 TLW Retreat Planned!July 20th - July 22ndA great weekend has been planned for next month. The aim of the weekend is to help people to become better witnesses and evangelisers to the world, particularly with how the Gospel relates to sexuality. It is $50 a person for two nights accomodation and five meals! Bargain! A toasty wood fire, home made popcorn and a blockbuster movie set things off on Friday night. Arrive from 6pm onwards.
Created and Redeemed Coming to Whitfords!August 16th and following Thursdays.Fr Joe has warmly invited True Love Waits to provide the Created and Redeemed seminar series in their parish. The TLW team is more than happy to help!! Further details will be posted later, so stay tuned for info on this fantastic event!
March 07 True Love Waits Article in The Record!Published on Thursday, March 8, 2007 Witnessing to the truth… By Stephen Gorddard True Love Waits Catholic WA (TLW) is getting fired up for another year of witnessing to the truth and meaning of our sexuality, but this is no small task. According to a survey conducted by La Trobe University in Australia in 1997, we all have reason to be concerned. The survey found that by the age of 19 years old, 66% of both men and women have initiated sex. A 2002 study by the University reports that three quarters of men and women believe that sex before marriage is acceptable. In my experience, once all is said and done, young people really desire to be happy. They want to love others and be loved in turn. But they often don't realise that this is exactly what Christ and the Church desire for them all along.
WFA Perth Women's Forum"Real choices for women"
Recent public debate has highlighted the problem of abortion in Australia and its impact on women. With 90,000 abortions in Australia each year, many believe it’s time to challenge the status quo. It’s time for women to stand together and declare that we deserve better than abortion. Following popular forums in other states attracting close to 2000 women so far, Women’s Forum Australia is now bringing this major event to Perth.
Where: Octagon Theatre, University of WA When: Wednesday, 14 March 2007; 7 for 7.30 - 9:30pm Cost: $10, Concession $5 Register: See the flyer See the flyer for important details, here.
This is a women’s only event.
Mens GroupThe group is meeting again and all men 18-35yrs are welcome. Held every 3rd Tuesday of the month. 20th March, 7:30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre, Harold St, Highgate
February 07 Choicez Youth Leadership SummitA high impact weekend of leadership development; in theory and practice. Corporate training facilitator Choicez will help equip participants with skills to succeed in contributing to your community or organisation. This is particularly key in TLW for anyone wanting to witness to others and encouraging them to live chastity.
When: 23-25 February (Friday night, Saturday-Sunday, non-residential only). Where: Catholic Pastoral Centre, 40/a Mary St, Highgate WA 6003 Age: 16-35 Cost: Only $60 (Lunch included on Saturday and Sunday) Register: Contact Robert Hiini at cym@highgate-perthcatholic.org.au or on (08) 9422-7912
Mens GroupThe challenge for real men is to be both strong and sensitive; but how and when and who decides? Come along to discuss and fellowship with other men. Held every 3rd Tuesday of the month. 20th February, 7:30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre, Harold St, Highgate
January 07 Created and Redeemed Comes to Perth!
An exciting 8 week workshop exploring the theology of the Body comes to Perth! Click here for information about the workshop that could change your life, or the one you care about.
Revised Website Launched! Welcome to the True Love Waits website! The website has been under revision for the last few months (more then I can remember!). Sincere thanks to all who have contributed their time, energy and talents to creating this great resource for young people in Perth and beyond! We hope you enjoy using this website. If you have any suggestions, comments or experience any difficulties with the website, then please get in touch with us at contact us. We’d love to hear from you.
Older News: Sexual Integrity Forum On Saturday April 29th from 9am – 3pm, there is a special event called the Sexual Integrity Forum. This will be a real eye-opener for anyone able to attend. Speakers including Linda Watson, The Lord Mayor, Catholic politicians among others, will be exploring issues including pornongraphy addiction, escape from prostitution, internet filtering and why sexual integrity matters. These people know the stats of what is happening in Australia, the social trends, how the government is reacting to these trends and the potential for individuals to help build a better future. 9am-3pm, Perth Town Hall, Sat 29th April
Embrace the Grace Conference Anthony Coyte, co-leader of True Love Waits Catholic WA, will be talking on Embrace the Grace Conference 7-10 December 2005 at New Norcia. Anthony is a strategic consultant in the marketing and advertising industry in Perth. During 2004, he studied the Theology of the Body, lectured by Christopher West, at the John Paul II Institute. Earlier this year, he attended the US Theology of the Body conference in Washington DC. He also facilitated the motivational workshop "Believe and Achieve" at Embrace the Grace Conference 2004. More details about Embrace the Grace Conference, contact Respect Life Office: 08 9375 2029; Fax: 08 9375 3327.
True Love Waits Catholic WA Team Members at JPII Institute in 2005 Many of you will know that Natalie Thomas, Jing Ping Wong and Grant Gorddard have left Perth for Melbourne to study at the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family in 2005. Grant and Natalie will be continuing their graduate diplomas in marriage and family studies and Jing Ping will be continuing his masters in theology (Marriage and Family). Lydia Fernandez, who also studied there throughout 2004, is also returning to the institute and will be graduating in April this year with her Graduate Diploma of Marriage and Family Studies. Nga Nguyen and Clare Pike will be at the institute during March 2005 completing a course by Prof. Mary Shivanandan, a visiting professor from the JPII Institute in Washington DC. Pope John Paul II has a tender concern for marriages and families that extends back to his early days as a priest. He has contributed an enormous wealth of theology and pastoral care initiatives to the Catholic Church in this area. The John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family Studies is one of his initiatives. The institute aims to provide a complete theological education in marriage and family studies and/or bioethics. Courses are offered in philosophy, theological method, biblical studies, systematic theology, moral theology, applied ethics, family law and politics, canon law, psychology, sociology and pastoral care. Accreditations offered include graduate diploma programmes, masters degrees and doctoral degrees. Since its foundation in 1982, there have been establishments of the Institute in the Lateran University (Vatican City State), in Washington DC (USA), in Valencia (Spain), in Mexico City and Guadalajara (Mexico), in Cotonou (Benin), in Salvador da Bahia (Brazil), and in Changanacherry (India). For more information about the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family Studies, visit the Melbourne website at: www.jp2institute.org/info.html.
US Teens Want to Wait for Marriage A recent survey conducted by NBC television network uncovered some interesting results on the sexual experience of adolescents in the US. NBC asked detailed questions to teenagers aged between 13-16 and discovered that half of those surveyed clearly stated that they really “wanted to remain virgins”. And, when teens who had engaged in intimate sexual contact were asked why they did this, 76% answered it was only “because the other person wanted to”. This is encouraging news at it reveals that most teenagers, in the US at least, don't wish to engage in sexual activity and have the desire to wait until marriage. It also shows that in our Western world, a world in great need of real love, young people are realising that sexual activity outside of marriage is not the answer.
The True Love Waits Catholic WA Site is Live! As you can see, the True Love Waits Catholic WA site is live! It has been a long time coming, but finally we have an online place we hope you'll enjoy spending time at. The site has been created to help young people learn and live the message of chastity and save the gift of sex for marriage. Chastity is an attitude of heart and a way of living that respects sexuality, leading people to experience real love in their lives. We hope our new website can play a part in communicating this message to the young people of Perth and the world. The site features four main areas to visit. 'Know It' is where you can go to learn more about why it's worth saving the gift of sex for marriage. 'Live It' provides you with support information including the latest chastity news and upcoming local TLW events. 'Resources' has reviews on books, audio and visual material that can help you learn more. Finally, 'Us' provides info on who we are, what we're here for, bios on core team members and where (and who) our inspiration comes from. So chill out for awhile, take your time and check out the site. And let us know what you think too! You can e-mail us with any questions, thoughts or suggestions at truelovewaitswa@yahoo.com. |
