Marriage Preparation

MARRIAGE PREPARATION

Marriage Preparation begins when children model their Catholic parents; mature in their Catholic community; come to understand their worth in God's eyes and live out their unique Baptismal call.

Marriage Preparation is a lifelong journey (just ask any married couple).

If you are engaged and plan to get married in the Diocese of Evansville, then first we want to say Congrats! Marriage is a wonderful Catholic calling. Second, we want to offer you the below marriage/wedding preparation steps for the Big Day!

MARRIAGE PREP STEPS

STEP 1: Speak with your parish/priest regarding paperwork you will need for the parish and about marriage preparation programs available at your parish. With your Pastor's guidance, then move to the appropriate STEPS 2-5.

STEP 2: Complete and review the FOCCUS inventory. This is a questionnaire that you and your fiance complete separately and then come together to discuss with your pastor.

STEP 3: Attend either an UNVEILED Marriage Prep retreat OR a Sponsor Couple program through your parish. (NOTE: Not all parishes have Sponsor Couple programs, so you will want to discuss options with your parish).

UNVEILED RETREAT:
- There are 3 retreats per year (see below for dates). They are held at SARTO retreat center in Evansville. NOTE: The UNVEILED retreat includes the introduction to NFP, so those attending can skip Step 4.
PARISH SPONSOR COUPLE PROGRAM:
- If your parish has a Sponsor Couple program, you can attend this instead of the Unveiled retreat. NOTE: Couples completing the parish Sponsor Couple program will also include Step 4.

STEP 4: Attend a FREE, 45-minute session about Natural Family Planning. This course is called the Truth about NFP and is scheduled throughout the Diocese or you can schedule a virtual meeting. GO HERE FOR NFP CLASS TIMES AND LOCATIONS: http://holyfamilycenterforlife.com/

Contact Eric Girten at egirten@evdio.org if you have any questions...