[hispanichoosier]

We Catholics should accept children lovingly as a gift from God. I know no artifical means are used to prevent pregnancy, but we are actively working to prevent conception.

I disagree that a couple using NFP is "actively" working to prevent conception. I'd call it "passive." If the couple refrains from the marital act during a woman's fertile phase, the abstention is a passive activity. Nothing is being done to stop the transmission of life because nothing is being done at all.

[samiam1972]

I think this is wonderful news. I wish it were that way in every diocese across the US. I know there are concerns about divorce among Catholics and whether or not NFP would be used appropriately. Baby steps...one step at a time. Beginning with NFP may help curb the others. NFP saved our marriage. We used NFP to avoid kids for awhile but we finally grew out of that stage, too. We're open to what ever God sees fit for us. Not everyone can be "perfect" instantly. I really think this is a great idea and wish it had been mandatory when I got married. Might have saved us a few years grief!