Courage and EnCourage International is an apostolate which offers support for those who experience same-sex attractions and their loved ones.

Courage is for those individuals who experience Same Sex Attraction and are committed to live their lives in accordance with the teachings of the church.

couragerc.org/for-individuals

The purpose of the monthly EnCourage meetings is to provide pastoral care for families and friends of people who experience same-sex attractions and/or gender dysphoria. 

couragerc.org/for-families

Members who attend the EnCourage meetings receive help and encouragement to understand the experience of their loved ones more deeply, to foster healthy relationships within their families, and to deepen their own relationship with Christ.

The Courage and EnCourage ministries are recognized world wide as Apostolates of the Roman Catholic Church. Deacon Rick is one of the Chaplains for the Pittsburgh Chapter of EnCourage.Contact him for more information if you or a loved one could benefit from attending either the Courage or EnCourage meetings. Deacon Rick can be reach by phone at (412) 366-2020 x23 or by email at [email protected]