Abstinence ‘til Marriage

The Abstinence ‘til Marriage Program focuses on the emotional, mental, and physical benefits of postponing sexual activity until marriage. A positive and upbeat program, it uses videos, skits, and small group discussions led by high school teen leaders from the ATM Club to get the message across to area youth. The teen leaders work with students at the Middle School (grades 6, 7, and 8) and teach through a variety of ways that young people do have the ability to make great choices for themselves that will lead to fulfilled dreams and goals and a high level of physical, mental, and emotional health.

This program operates on the premise that sexual abstinence until marriage does remain a realistic goal for teens today.

For more information on this program, contact Shelee Warner, Abstinence ‘til Marriage Program Director, Richland County Health Department, phone 406-433-2207; fax 406-433-6895; or e-mail at swarner@richland.org.