Married Couples Weekend:
December 6-8, 2019
MISSION: CRITICAL
Marriage is more than a fleeting fashion, it is of enduring importance.
Pope Francis, Amoris Laetitia
WHY MISSION: CRITICAL?
Marriage continues to come under attack. Some would say the state of marriage is in critical condition. Healthy marriages provide stability to our families and communities. Our mission as husband and wife, then, is critical: to understand our role in marriage and have a plan—A MISSION--for our lives together.
If the mission is critical, it needs time and attention to thrive. Join us for a celebration of marriage as we unpack Ephesians 5 and learn how our marriages are designed to be a shared mission. Through this shared mission, we become the image of Christ essential to thriving families and communities.
The weekend includes a Renewal of Vows ceremony, vigil Mass, inspiring talks, ample time to unwind and reconnect with each other, cocktail reception, outstanding food, and a few added touches to make your weekend a true renewal of spirit!
It’s our Mission---and it’s Critical that we focus on it together!
FUN RELAXING INSPIRING
A great Christmas gift idea! Register now as space is limited!
Marriage continues to come under attack. Some would say the state of marriage is in critical condition. Healthy marriages provide stability to our families and communities. Our mission as husband and wife, then, is critical: to understand our role in marriage and have a plan—A MISSION--for our lives together.
If the mission is critical, it needs time and attention to thrive. Join us for a celebration of marriage as we unpack Ephesians 5 and learn how our marriages are designed to be a shared mission. Through this shared mission, we become the image of Christ essential to thriving families and communities.
The weekend includes a Renewal of Vows ceremony, vigil Mass, inspiring talks, ample time to unwind and reconnect with each other, cocktail reception, outstanding food, and a few added touches to make your weekend a true renewal of spirit!
It’s our Mission---and it’s Critical that we focus on it together!
FUN RELAXING INSPIRING
A great Christmas gift idea! Register now as space is limited!
Presentations by
Fr David
Rosenberg |
Fr. Bob
Irish |
Deacon Ken and
Karen Preiss |
Lisa Kutas
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Weekend Outline
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Friday
5:30 pm Registration and Cocktail hour, followed by a small plate dinner and weekend introduction. |
Saturday
Breakfast, and two presentations followed by lunch, and the opportunity for Reconciliation, blessing of wedding rings and renewal of vows, and time for reflection. The evening includes a vigil Mass, dinner, social time, and a few surprises! |
Sunday
Breakfast and a presentation followed by couples tool kit, lunch, and send off. |
Resources for Married Couples
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Widely recognized expert on marriage, and often quoted by Catholic sources regarding the state of marriage.
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Fr. Mike Schmitz's discussion on couples and what makes some couples last while others struggle. One of our favorites delivers again.
PodcastFrom Matt Fradd's "Pints with Aquinas" podcast, Matt, and St. Thomas Aquinas, deal with the Catholic perspective on sex and sexuality. (As you can imagine, marriage is featured prominently.) If you are not familiar with Matt Fradd, you can't help but enjoy an Australian guy who drinks beer while discussing the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas.
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Steve and Bridget Tennes, married 18 years
Tim and Carole Simon
Mike and Lisa Kutas, married 16 yearsClassic video on husband and wife communication!
Podcast
Fr. John Riccardo, a nationally recognized speaker and Pastor of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Plymouth, Michigan, honors his parents, John and Thelma Riccardo, for their commitment to their faith and marriage and shares their sevens keys to having a thriving marriage and family life during his homily from December 30, 2018.
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