Real Talk About Fake Pills Faith Community Package

Your comprehensive resource center for providing fentanyl and fake prescription pill education to your community and congregation. 

Ed and Mary Ternan, co-founders of Song for Charlie, share how faith communities can play a vital role in protecting young people from the dangers of fentanyl and fake pills.

For Students

Real Talk About Fake Pills 

Powerful 20-minute film for middle and high school students, featuring real teens and medical experts 

For Parents

The New Drug Talk 

27-minute companion film for parents and caregivers, extending learning from classroom to living room and supporting family conversations 

FOR SPANISH-SPEAKING COMMUNITIES

La Estrella

20-minute bilingual narrative film about family, fake prescription pills and the connections that heal, developed by and for Latino communities

YOUTH & YOUTH LEADER MATERIALS
Youth Leader Lesson Plan
Step-by-step guidance for effective small group implementation
Youth-facing Deck
Turn-key presentation with embedded film, discussion questions and activities
Youth Leader Discussion Guide
Questions and talking points to facilitate meaningful conversations after the film
Peer-to-Peer Discussion Guide
Resources for empowering youth in your congregation to lead discussions with their peers
Youth Film Note-Taking Sheet
Helps students capture key information during the film
COMMUNITY COMMUNICATION
Song for Charlie Background Information Flyer
Introduces our organization and mission to your school community
Sample Communication to Families
Ready-to-send messages for your congregation about the program
Editable Event Flyers
Customizable templates to promote community education events

Faith communities play a critical role in helping young people face their challenges in life-affirming ways. Contact us at realtalk@songforcharlie.org to discuss bringing these lifesaving resources to your congregation or to explore hosting a community education event.