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Check out some highlights from our recent programs and events in the Secretariat for Evangelization and Catechesis!
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30/60/100 - October 2025Sharing the Good News of Fertility Awareness
On September 23, it seemed as if the entire Pastoral Center was being immersed in the science and theology of Natural Family Planning (NFP).
While the priests were discussing homiletics and NFP at Clergy Days, parish catechetical leaders were talking about how to incorporate NFP into their work with parishioners. Additionally, there was a group of NFP instructors gathering to discuss the magnitude of what the archdiocese is doing in regard to NFP and how they are a key component to success: if we are preaching the good news about NFP, we need people to teach the practice! Here in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, we have eleven trained instructors across five different methods of NFP.
Our incredible guest speaker, Dr. Michael Dixon, presented to all three groups. Dr. Dixon is an OB/GYN from St. Louis who spent his 30-year career as a Natural Procreative Technology (NaPro) physician. He delivered many babies and has provided countless women with fertility care.
If you or someone you know is interested in learning NFP, visit archokc.org/natural-family-planning or contact Rae Biesiada at [email protected].
Dr. Michael Dixon, NaPro physician, presenting to parish catechetical leaders and NFP Instructors from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City.
Holy Fire - Year 3
Over 1000 middle school-aged youth were in attendance at Holy Fire 2025 on Saturday, October 18. This one-day event is specifically tailored to the needs and energy of our youth, filled with dynamic speakers, fun entertainment, the preaching of the Gospel, and an encounter with Jesus Christ in the sacraments, all powered by the fire of the Holy Spirit.
Participants came from over 40 different parishes and schools, including several from Tulsa and Amarillo. We were blessed to be able to assist some of our archdiocesan groups coming from outside the metro area by providing transportation for youth and their chaperones.
When asked what her experience at Holy Fire was like, Selena responded, "Reverence . . . When we had adoration, it was really beautiful because it was just me and Him (Jesus) and it just made me feel so like home because I know He's with me forever."
We express our gratitude to everyone who made Holy Fire possible and look forward to bringing this wonderful experience to even more of our youth next year!
Conferencia Mujer Católica
The second annual Conferencia Mujer Católica was held on Saturday, October 25. More than 500 women from Oklahoma and beyond attended this day of faith, formation, and fellowship. The theme of the day was "Las heridas de la mujer" ("The wounds of woman"), featuring guest speakers Mari Pablo and Lupita Venegas. Save the date for next year's conference on October 24, 2026.
Additionally, the conference organizers are happy to share that the Mujer Católica podcast launched this month! You can find the podcast on Spotify and Apple Music.
