Catholic Charities Diocese of Winona, Providing Help, Creating Hope
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Marriage Preparation

Marriage Preparation Program

The Marriage Preparation program is designed to give couples planning to be married an opportunity to reflect on the important dimensions concerning marriage and plan for a lifetime together.

The Marriage Preparation program is facilitated by Catholic Charities Clinical Counseling Staff and consists of presentations, couple exercises, group interaction and guest speakers. The program is one day program.  Workbook is provided. 

2010 Marriage Prep Flyer/Registration (pdf)
**note for 2010, the program will now be a one day program.

Pre-Cana Program

Pre-Cana is designed to help couples prepare for a marital relationship that will be a life-giving journey of love, hope and faith.  Pre-Cana is one-day (Saturday) program from 9am to 7pm. Topic areas are Communication, Sexuality, Parenting, Finances, Commitment, Spirituality, Natural Family Planning.  A continental breakast, lunch and evening banquet are part of the day.  Workbook is provided.

Fall 2010 PreCana Registration (pdf)

Spring 2011 PreCana Registration (pdf)

Service Office Locations
The Marriage Preparation program and Pre-Cana program are held at various locations.  See brochures for exact locations.

Dates and Time
The programs are held at various times throughout the year. Check the events calendar, see attached brochure or call your local Catholic Charities office for information. Registration is important because sessions do fill up months ahead.

Premarital Education Certificate
A certificate of premarital education will be provided to attendees who complete either program.

 
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