Diocesan Courage Apostolate for Catholics with Same Sex Attraction:
Paisley Diocese has a Courage Chapter of pastoral ministry for those with same sex attraction, who are looking to live faithfully their Catholic faith. Courage is an international apostolate with over 100 Chapters worldwide and is endorsed by the Holy See.  It aims to help members find peace through fellowship, prayer, the Sacraments and an desire Church’s vison of chastity.  It helps you find the Church’s life of peace, and grace to grow in Christian maturity.  For information or advice please email in confidence our chaplain at Courage@rcdop.org.uk
 

The Calling of Saint Matthew Caravaggio - Matthew 9:9
" Why the image of the Calling of St Matthew?"
Caravaggio’s image relates to the 'Courage' website. The red 'O' in the rosary ring is for strength, & courage - it also symbolizes the blood Christ poured out for us on the cross.  The symbols for Female & Male are incorporated to emphasize our uniqueness and importance in God's plan for humanity. The white text promotes a life of purity & chastity. 

Courage - A Roman Catholic Apostolate

Courage is an international apostolate of the Catholic Church, which ministers to persons with same-sex attractions.

Move beyond the confines of the homosexual label
to a more complete identity in Christ

With the endorsement of the Holy See, Courage now has more than 100 Chapters and contact people worldwide, over 1500 persons participating in its ListServs, and hundreds of persons per week receiving assistance from the main office and website. It has become a mainstream Catholic Apostolate helping thousands of men and women find peace through fellowship, prayer, and the Sacraments.

In helping individuals gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the Church’s teachings, especially in the area of chastity, Courage extends the Church’s invitation to a life of peace and grace. In chaste living, one finds the peace and grace to grow in Christian maturity.

Resources to help you grow in Understanding

The Five Goals were created by the members themselves when Courage was founded. The goals are read at the start of each meeting and each member is called to practice them in daily life. Here are the Goals in their entirety.

• To live chaste lives in accordance with the Roman Catholic Church's teaching on homosexuality. ( Chastity )

• To dedicate our entire lives to Christ through service to others, spiritual reading, prayer, meditation, individual spiritual direction, frequent attendance at Mass, and the frequent reception of the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist. (Prayer and Dedication)

• To foster a spirit of fellowship in which we may share with one another our thoughts and experiences, and so ensure that no one will have to face the problems of homosexuality alone. (Fellowship)

• To be mindful of the truth that chaste friendships are not only possible but necessary in a chaste Christian life, and to encourage one another in forming and sustaining these friendships. (Support)

• To live lives that may serve as good examples to others. (Good Example/Role Model)