St. Maurice Library
Our parish library offers an extensive collection of books and movies for Catholic Christians of every age, encouraging spiritual growth, awareness of God’s presence and knowledge of the Catholic Church, its teachings and doctrines. Books and movies are available for children.
The library is not open for browsing in the Atrium under the Mezzanine after the Sunday morning Masses due to lack of volunteers. However, you can browse the catalogue on-line and use the pick-up/drop-off service.
Mom's Group
This group meets Wednesday morning after the 9 a.m. mass and is open to any parent of young children who would like some fellowship with other parents. We are a group of moms who like to get together for a bit of social time, fellowship and conversation. We hope to have regular get-togethers and host special events for families..
Contact momsgroup.stmaurice@gmail.com
For more info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/StMauriceMoms
Chastity Project
The Chastity Project offers a wide range of resources providing guidance and support in the areas of sexuality and living a chaste and holy life. Whether you are single, married or religious, whether you are young or old, God desires that you live and walk in freedom. Check out this website for books, talks, answers to questions, videos, blogposts, podcasts etc.
For Your Marriage
Whether you are dating, engaged or married, this organization helps couples at all stages of life to understand and live God’s plan for happy, holy marriages by providing educational and spiritual resources.
Their website was launched in 2007 as part of the National Pastoral Initiative for Marriage, an initiative of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops to communicate the meaning and value of married life for the Church and for society.
Me and My House
A practical game plan for Catholic parents who are struggling with all the things that parents struggle with. They challenge you to do little things. To make little changes that will make a huge impact on your family.
Me and My House offers some free resources for parenting such as blog posts, resources and a 5-day challenge. However, they also have a formation course which can be taken individually or in small group settings. The course itself costs money and there are different packages to choose from.
The Fruitful Hollow
The Fruitful Hollow is a Catholic resource for those who struggle with infertility. Here you will find inspiration, resources, Church teachings and stories of fruitfulness!
Natural Family Planning
NFP reflects the dignity of the human person within the context of marriage and family life, promotes openness to life, and recognizes the value of the child. By respecting the love-giving and life-giving natures of marriage, NFP can enrich the bond between husband and wife. (Standards for Diocesan Natural Family Planning Ministry, p. 23)
Here are a few resource pages that have been compiled offering a wide range of articles, programs and links to help you better understand NFP, and also give you the tools to live it out in your marriage.
Archdiocese of Edmonton NFP USCCB Natural Family Planning
What about Contraception and Birth Control?
Listen to Dr. Janet Smith explain the dangers of contraception and what the Catholic Church teaches in regards to contraception as she cracks some myths. Visit her website for other books, resources and her well known talk "Contraception, Why Not?"
Listen to a presentation on the myths For resources from Dr. Janet Smith
Church Teaching on Birth Control Videos/Talks/Resources on Birth Control
Pro-life Resources
Campaign Life Coalition
A national pro-life organization working at all levels of government to secure full legal protection for all human beings, from the time of conception to natural death. Their website has a wide range of news and resources for pro-life issues.
Action Life
They promote respect for human life from conception to natural death through education.
Adoption in Canada
They aim to raise awareness about adoption as an option for women facing unplanned or ‘unexpected’ pregnancies, and offer information and resources about adoption and support for those considering adoption.
Choice 4 2
They encourage women to be fully educated about their options, and they raise awareness about the humanity of pre-born children. They also provide support to women who are facing unplanned pregnancy or dealing with post-abortion problems.
Pregnancy Help
If you or someone you know is pregnant and needs support, there is help available. Here is a list of resources for those in need from Priests for Life.
Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has a compilation of various documents in regards to Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide.
Euthanasia Prevention Coalition
An organization with various resources and outreach efforts.
Euthanasia
Some resources from Priests for Life on the topic.
Catholic Miscarriage Support
Two Catholic couples began this website in the hopes that it would provide immediate, practical support for others who have lost a child to miscarriage.
Their website offers a wide range of resources and information ranging from the practical to the emotional and spiritual aspects.
By My Side
By My Side is a structured support group for separated and divorced Catholics. All classes are offered on virtually over Zoom. Christ holds those who suffer close to his heart and desires to bring about healing. This program helps participants find their way to reconciliation, peace and hope through Christ and the Church.
Podcasts
Whether at home or on the go, nourish your intellect and soul!
The Messy Family
A podcast to strengthen your marriage, empower your parenting, and bring your family closer to Christ.
Ask Christopher West
Christopher and Wendy West answer questions about faith, life, love and sexuality, in light of John Paul II's Theology of the Body.
Made for Love
A Catholic podcast from the USCCB asking the important questions about the call to love.