Welcome!
Thank you for making us part of your preparation for marriage! We hope that you find the resources on this page helpful as you prepare for your life together. If you need any assistance in this preparation process, please contact our office. We're here for you now and to support your future marriage! God bless you in the day and months ahead as you discover and follow His plan for you!
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Marriage Prep Options
Select an option below for dates and registration links.
Please contact Sheila Re at (920) 272-8283 or click here to contact Sheila.
Seminar Classes
TRANSFORMED IN LOVE marriage preparation classes help engaged couples strengthen the practical skills needed for a lifelong happy, healthy and holy marriage.
Couples will:
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Discuss positive communication skills, finances, families of origin, and ways to protect and empower their marriage.
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Hear stories, presentations, and insights from experienced married couples.
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Have time for private reflection and conversation throughout the day.
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Learn the beauty of living the Catholic vision of marriage as a covenant for responsible parenthood, including a healthy option called Natural Family Planning (NFP).
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Listen to committed Catholic couples (with a background in NFP) share scientific and medical research, personal stories, prayer
Upcoming Event Registration Details
Marriage preparation classes will be held on two consecutive Saturdays and attendance on both days is required. Classes run from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, cost is $200 per couple. Pre-registration is required.
Please contact Sheila Re at (920) 272-8283 or click here to contact Sheila via direct message if you have any questions.
11/2/2024 & 11/9/2024 / St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Green Bay / 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Register Here
2/1/2025 & 2/8/2025 / St. John Parish, Antigo / 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Register here
4/5/2025 & 4/12/2025 / TBD / 8:30 am – 5:00 pm / registration not available yet
6/21/2025 & 6/28/2025 / TBD / 8:30 am – 5:00 pm / registration not available yet
9/13/2025 & 9/20/2025 / TBD / 8:30 am – 5:00 pm / registration not available yet
11/8/2025 & 11/15/2025 / TBD / 8:30 am – 5:00 pm / registration not available yet
Transformados en Amor prepara a las parejas comprometidas y a quienes están casados por lo civil y buscan una convalidación para construir una base sólida para su unión sagrada y de por vida; una unión cimentada sobre Jesucristo.
“Transformados en el amor” los ayudará a:
- Comprender la naturaleza del matrimonio y el impacto que su carácter sacramental puede tener en los cónyuges, la familia y la sociedad
- Aprender habilidades y herramientas prácticas para ayudar con una comunicación saludable y una buena gestión de las expectativas
- Participar en ejercicios de construcción de relaciones para desarrollar una fuerte conexión entre los cónyuges
- Escuchar de primera mano las experiencias de otras parejas casadas
Fechas presenciales e inscripión
Las clases presenciales son cuatro domingos consecutivos. Se requiere asistencia a las 4 clases juntos como pareja. Entrevista con el sacerdote o alguien que te esté preparando para el sacramento del matrimonio antes de inscribirte en las clases. Se require registro.
Sábado 23 de Noviembre de 8:30am a 5:30pm; Domingo 24 de Noviembre de 8:30am a 5:30pm; / Parroquia San Felipe, Green Bay /Inscribirse en este enlace
Marzo 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 / SS Peter & Paul Parish, Green Bay / 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Agosto 3, 10, 17, 24, 2025 / SS Peter & Paul Parish, Green Bay / 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Octubre 19, 26, Noviembre 2, 9, 2025 / SS Peter & Paul Parish, Green Bay / 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Puede descargar una copia del formulario de registro aquí: muy pronto
Preguntas:
Para más información, por favor comuníquese con la Oficina de Vida Familiar al 920-272-8315 o envié un correo electrónico a oficinadevidafamiliar@gbdioc.org
Online Option | Opción en línea
While in-person sessions are the preferred method to complete marriage preparation, the online option is available for those couples who are separated by distance, have challenging schedules, or those with limited alternatives. The online marriage preparation option is at the discretion of the couple’s pastor. Please consult with the pastor or deacon preparing you for marriage before enrolling in an online course. If you have questions, please contact Sheila Re at (920)272-8283 or click here to email.
Si bien las sesiones en persona son el método preferido para completar la preparación matrimonial, la opción en línea está disponible para aquellas parejas que están separadas por la distancia, tienen horarios difíciles o aquellas con alternativas limitadas. La opción de preparación matrimonial en línea queda a discreción del pastor de la pareja. Consulte con el pastor o diácono que lo prepara para el matrimonio antes de inscribirse en un curso en línea. Para más información, por favor comuníquese con la Oficina de Vida Familiar al 920-272-8315 o envié un correo electrónico a marriageministries@gbdioc.org
English Online Option Opción hispana en línea
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Full payment is due upon registration. No refunds will be given for any cancellations. Please contact our office immediately at (920) 272-8283 if you are unable to attend your scheduled marriage preparation class.
*FOCCUS for engaged couples: Please contact your parish!
FOCCUS Facilitator Training
FOCCUS (Facilitating Open Couple Communication, Understanding & Study) is a parish ministry preparing engaged couples for marriage. FOCCUS Facilitator Training is offered to married couples seeking to guide engaged couples through this ministry.
- FOCCUS Facilitator Training / Diocese of Green Bay / October 26, 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm / Register Here
Marriage Prep Brochure
Coming soon.
A collection of information and resources from the Wisconsin Catholic Bishops to help couples prepare for lifelong successful marriages that bring them happiness and joy, by living their commitment to each other, to God and to the Christian community.