In the hope of helping to build a solid foundation for an enriching life-long marriage, couples beginning immediate preparation for the Sacrament of Matrimony in the Diocese of Davenport will participate in the following preparation activities:  

• FOCCUS/REFOCCUS
• PREPARE/ENRICH 

• Sponsor Couple (preferred option) - check with your parish
• Approved Diocesan Marriage or Remarriage Preparation Workshop - see dates below
• Approved On-line option (only under special circumstances – pandemics, for example) 

 6. Completion of the pre-nuptial investigation form (with minister).

7. Post-wedding couple contact plan.

Click here for a summary sheet of these requirements.

We pray that your time of marriage preparation will be filled with grace and growth!

The Sponsor Couple ministry for Marriage Preparation utilizes trained married couples meeting with engaged couples for 5-6 sessions.  This option is recommended for all couples: first marriages, for couples in which one or more of the individuals have been previously married,  and for civilly married couples preparing to recieve the Sacrament of Matrimony in the Catholic Church. Contact your parish and asked to be paired with a local Sponsor Couple. 

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Typical Schedule: Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Virtual Workshop Fee: $75 per couple - covers books, materials, and Introduction to Natural Family Instruction    

In Person Worshop Fee: $150 per couple - covers morning hospitality, books, materials, lunch, dinner and Introduction to Natural Family Instruction 

2021 Dates

May 1: VIRTUAL via Zoom, registration deadline April 23

June 26: VIRTUAL via Zoom, registation deadline June 18

August 21: In Person - St. Alphonsus Church, Mt. Pleasant, Registration deadline August 13
                     (Note - this session may be changed to a virtual format via Zoom if necessary)

October 2:  In Person - St. Mary Church, Pella, Registration deadline September 24
                     (Note - this session may be changed to a virtual format via Zoom if necessary)


Click here to register.

For information contact Marianne Agnoli 563-888-4242  agnolim@davenportdiocese.org or Colleen Darland darland@davenportdiocese.org

The Diocese of Davenport and Archdiocese of Dubuque offer this marriage preparation program to meet the unique needs of couples in which one or both of the individuals have been previously married. We use the Two Become One... Embracing The Sacrament In Remarriage as our program guide. 

Typical schedule is: Saturday, 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Fee: Varies by location  ($100 - $150 per couple) - covers all books, materials and meals.        Does not include lodging.

2021 Dates

- Saturday, March 20, 2021 - Cedar Falls, IA (may be moved to a virtual format via Zoom if necessary) 

Additional Infromation & Registration
 
Contact Marianne Agnoli 563-888-4242 agnolim@davenportdiocese.org or
Colleen Darland 563-888-4391 darland@davenportdiocese.org for questions.

This online program option is reserved for couples experiencing special circumstances and requires parish approval and follow-up.  The program includes a premarital inventory (Catholic Couple Checkup), NFP Life - an introduction to Natural Family Planning, His and Her's downloadable discussion guides, and more. The course also offers captioning in English and Spanish, for those who are hard of hearing or have English as a second language.

The online class fee is $195 per couple. A discount is available by request for military couples. 
To register go to: https://themarriagegroup.com/courses/living-our-faith-in-love/

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This online program option is reserved for couples experiencing special circumstances and requires parish approval and follow-up. This program offers one-on-one instruction with a certified instructor couple,and is to be completed in three weeks to three months. Online worksheets foster conversation between the couple, and are followed up with personalized feedback from their instructors. The course covers the theology behind NFP, but it does NOT include an actual NFP Introduction Instruction. Instruction available in English, Spanish & French. 

The online class fee is $194 per couple. A discount is available by request  for military couples. 
Couples in a rush (less than three weeks) may sign up for the Urgent Care Option- $245  
To register go to: https://www.catholicmarriageprep.com/courses-info
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Diocesan Marriage Preparation: Policies and Procedures - Access the policy.