Marriage Preparation & Support
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Planning to get married?
Congratulations!!! We are so happy for you and look forward to helping you prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony. CLICK HERE for information on how to get the preparation started!
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Marriage Preparation
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Mission Statement
The Marriage Mentoring Ministry prepares engaged couples and couples seeking marriage convalidation for a faith-based, joy-filled marriage by fostering the skills needed to enjoy a life-long sacramental union as husband and wife.
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Marriage Mentoring Ministry
The Ministry consists of married couples called to share their sacrament with those preparing for marriage by drawing them deeper into the life of the Church. By embracing the church’s teaching on marriage it helps them deepen and grow in their knowledge and love of each other.
The Marriage Mentoring Ministry is conducted by trained married couples who lead discussions on subject matter appropriate to pre-marital preparation. Typically, they meet with the engaged couple about four times prior to the wedding. The Marriage Mentoring Ministry is an alternative to the Engaged Encounter weekend.
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Interested in helping?
Want to do something GREAT for your marriage? Consider becoming a Marriage Mentor Couple. While helping to prepare engaged couples for marriage, you might be surprised at how much you will benefit by sharing your experiences through this important ministry. Couples interested must be in a sacramental marriage of at least five years and approved by the pastor. No Experience Necessary! Training will be provided. Your time commitment is flexible. Contact us for more info!
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Primary Contacts for Marriage Preparation:
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John and Betti Leonard -
If you don't hear from the primary contact within a week, please notify parish staff atconnectstjosephmech.org
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Marriage-Related Resources
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Retrouvaille - No Marriage is Beyond Hope
The Retrouvaille Program is for Married Couples Facing Difficult Challenges in their Relationship
- A Marriage program that helps couples restore their marriage and rebuild a loving relationship.
- A Christian marriage program, Catholic in origin, where couples of all faiths or no faith background are encouraged to attend.
- Primarily a practical program to improve communication, build stronger marriages, and help couples reconnect.
- Presenters are not trained marriage counselors, but rather couples sharing their personal stories of marital struggles and the tools they used to rediscover their love.
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Tribunal of the Diocese of Harrisburg
The Tribunal of the Diocese of Harrisburg gives presentations within the diocese concerning marriage, divorce and annulment according to Church teaching. These presentations are helpful for divorced Catholics, those divorced who wish to marry Catholics, those parish leaders involved in the RCIA process and any others who may have a vested interest because of family or friends.No prior registration is required. For further information, please call 717-657-4804, ext. 304, or email: tribunal@hbgdiocese.org
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