Marriage

2010 MARRIAGE RETREATS AND PROGRAMS

MARRIAGE PREPARATION PROGRAM

DAY RETREATS/PROGRAMS
2010 Program Dates:

Facilitators:
Thomas Griffith, SVD
Robert Jones, SVD

 

Cost: $90 per couple
(Lunch included)

Full payment of $90 is due to confirm your registration.
Aug. 21, 2010
Sept. 25, 2010
Oct. 30, 2010
Nov. 20, 2010

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The Marriage Preparation Program is for engaged couples who plan to be married in the church. A priest/deacon, marriage coordinator or a satisfied couple who have already experienced the benefits of the program usually refer those interested to us. The program offers input from the viewpoint of married couples and clergy. The focus is on the importance of understanding both the commitment required and the development of skills needed in living out the covenant of a sacramental marriage. The first session provides an opportunity for the couples to discuss honestly with each other, with facilitators and peers, issues associated with family living, communication, finances, the Christian understanding of sexuality, the sacrament of Matrimony and the role of married couples in both Church and society.

The Marriage Preparation Program is a full day of presentations, private couple time and small group discussions. The second day of the program is held one year after the couple has been married when they are invited back to discuss their first year of Marriage.

  • The Program begins at 9:00 A.M. and ends at 4:30 P.M.
  • Lunch is provided as well as all supplies needed for the program.
  • The day will end with Mass.
  • A certificate is given at the end of the day.

    • PREPARE (Special Program)

    Call to register. 781-585-2460
    Monday-Friday 8:00A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

     The PREPARE Program is a two session program for couples who are either unable to attend the group program or who desire a more individual marriage preparation experience. PREPARE uses a couple inventory followed by a second session to interpret the results of the inventory. PREPARE is designed to assist couples in focusing objectively on critical relationship issues. The inventory is intended to assess areas in which relationships need to grow. It also highlights existing strengths in the relationship that can help couples to progress in a positive direction in attaining the Christian ideal of a sacramental/covenanted union.
    Session 1: A session to take the inventory
    Session 2: After approximately two weeks, a session to review with a trained staff member the inventory results that highlight both areas of strength as well as desired areas of growth in their relationship. Additional sessions are available if the couple so desires.

     

    Facilitators:
    Joseph Connolly, SVD
    Thomas Griffith,SVD
    Robert Jones, SVD
    Robert Mallonee, SVD

    Cost: $85 per couple
    (For the inventory and follow-up session(s).)


    Non-Refundable Deposit: $40.00

    WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

    WEEKEND RETREATS


    Dec. 3-5, 2010

    Worldwide Marriage Encounter for 35 years has given married couples the opportunity to examine their lives together. It is a unique approach aimed at revitalizing Christian marriage. Through emphasis on communication, marriage Encounter deepens and enriches the joys a couple shares together, no matter how long they have been married.


    Facilitator:
    Thomas Griffith, SVD

    Cost:
    Double Room:$168.00
    Single Room: $220.00

    Non-Refundable Deposit:
    $50.00

    MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT EVENINGS

    DAY RETREATS

    (7:00-9:00 pm)

    Oct. 12, 2010: The Gifts of Marriage: What We Are Grateful For

    Facilitator:
    Thomas Griffith, SVD

    Cost: $35 per couple
    Non-Refundable Deposit: $15.00