Archdiocese of Boston's Marriage Preparation Program


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DATES   

Friday, Oct 18th, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (Dinner included)

Saturday, Oct. 19th, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Lunch included)

The program has two sessions. Couples should plan to attend both sessions in full to complete the program and receive a certificate.

FEES


$20 non-refundable registration fee due online at registration.

$180 program fee due at first meeting (Please bring cash or check)

TOTAL COST = $200 per couple which includes registration,  program, all materials. and meals.

LOCATION

St. Martha Parish Hall 
227 South Street
Plainville, MA 02762
 

 
Driving Directions 

CONTACT

Deacon Joe Flocco
Plainville-Wrentham Catholic Collaborative
St. Martha Parish Hall
stmaryoffice@pwc.church 
508.384.3373

Lay a solid foundation for a life-long, life-giving, loving marriage.

  • Acquire tools to strengthen your marriage and enhance intimacy.
  • Learn the latest in researched practical skills for great communication.
  • Consider how differences in personality can be used as a source of strength in your relationship.
  • Reflect on the role expectations play in marriage and learn steps to manage them well.
  • Learn about the four types of love and basic principles to maintain love over a lifetime.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of marriage as a vocation and a sacrament.
  • Look at the wedding vows and reflect on what you will be promising each other.
  • Spend time reflecting on and discussing your financial attitudes and expectations.
  • Learn fertility awareness and its application in family planning and infertility. 
  • Consider ways you can guard, reveal and communicate love over your lifetime.
  • Strengthen your awareness of God’s presence and assistance in your life and marriage.
  • Benefit from the experience and wisdom of married couples.
  • Benefit from some quiet time for you individually and together as a couple to reflect on the topics and, most importantly, on your shared life ahead!

Comments from previous participants:


“A must have. Fantastic. I would strongly recommend to all couples getting married.”

“It was fabulous! We truly enjoyed both days and really grew as a couple. 

“This program was fantastic! Very thought-provoking and great topics for discussion.”

“The program was excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Every measure taken to make us as comfortable as possible was greatly appreciated and helped a lot.”