Marriage Preparation

In an effort to better serve the needs of couples preparing for marriage, the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne is currently reviewing the marriage preparation course opportunities on offer. While it is anticipated there will be further programs offered later in 2020, as this stage the only confirmed When Two Become One seminar in 2020 is scheduled for 22 & 23 February 2020. For those couples who have a date set for marriage in 2020 we recommend booking into the session scheduled for February 2020 in order to avoid any disappointment or concerns about offerings later in the year.

While work is being done over the coming months, there are other options for marriage preparation for couples provided around Melbourne (please discuss these other options with the priest who will be witnessing your marriage to agree on the preferred option):

• FOCCUS is an inventory is done with the couple and a facilitator. Bookings can be made by phone through local CatholicCare centres listed here.
• Smart Loving is a flexible online program for engaged couples. Register here.
• Partnerships is a one-day seminar offered through CatholicCare. Bookings can be made here.
• Transformed in Love is a two-day seminar offered at St Mary’s, Star of the Sea Parish, West Melbourne. For more information, contact the parish via: info@stmaryswestmelbourne.org or (03) 9328 3474.