Office of Marriage and Family

Marriage Preparation

Visit the Diocesan Marriage Preparation page for details related to NFP (Natural Family Planning) Intro sessions and Catholic Engaged Encounter weekend retreats.

All Marriage Preparation should begin with your Pastor.

Important Solemnity's, National Days of Recognition, Events and Activities Related to Family Life

  • January 1st
    • Solemnity of Mary (Holy day of obligation)
  • February 7-14th
    • National Marriage Week

The Annual Diocesan Marriage Celebration Mass, Enrichment and Date Night takes place during National Marriage Week. 

 

  • March 19
    • Solemnity of St. Joseph

 

  • March 25th
      • Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
      • Anniversary of the Encyclical “The Gospel of Life” (“Evangelium Vitae”) of St. John Paul II    
  • Month of April
    • Child Abuse Awareness Month

 

  • April 24th
    • Divine Mercy Sunday
  • June 20th
    • Father's Day 

Respect Life Events and Activities

Please visit the Diocesan Respect for Life page for more information, liturgies and dates.

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