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Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation Guidelines
This is a preparation for Hispanic Couples and is taught in Spanish.
“A Wedding is a Day. A Marriage is a Lifetime”
PROGRAM GOALS
• Prepare engaged couples and couples in existing marriage for the Sacrament of Matrimony.
• Offer integral formation to couples who desire to be united in the Sacrament of Matrimony, in particular on the following areas: psychological, financial, theological, sexual, and ecclesial.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CANDIDATES OF THE PROGRAM
The couple is principal required is to meet with a priest of their parish. Without this interview the couple cannot be admitted to the program.
On the day of the program the couples are required to present the following form.
Couple must stay for the entire day to receive the certificate.
PROGRAM CONTENT
1. Recognizing our Roots
2. The Art of Communication
3. Our Family Economy
4. True Love
5. Sexuality and Matrimonial Intimacy
6. Moral Decisions in the Marriage
7. The Sacrament of Matrimony
8. Paternity and Maternity Responsibility
CERTIFICATE
At the end of the day during the Celebration of the Eucharist, a certificate will be awarded to the couple for their participation, which can be presented to their parish.
CANDIDATES FOR THE PROGRAM:
Engaged couples, and couples in existing marriage.
TEAM:
Mr & Mrs. José and Rosario Aguilar
Mr & Mrs. José and Rosa Gonzalez
Mr & Mrs. Manuel and Martha Ramírez
Mr. & Mrs. Ramiro and Araceli Ramírez
Mr & Mrs. Baldemar and Maria Barajas
Mr & Mrs. Eduardo and Maripaz Ramos
Mr.& Mrs. Miguel and Patricia Martínez
Mr.& Mrs. Juan & Martha Guerrero
Mr. & Mrs.Tano & Lorenzo Raygoza.
METHOD AND FORMAT
• A presentation by a team couple takes place.
• Candidates reflect on presentation.
• Candidates dialog as a couple.
• Candidates have an opportunity to share with other couples.
DATES FOR 2010- 2012
The program is offered every three months with previous announcements to the parishes.
• August 21, 2011
• November 6, 2011
• March 11, 2012
• June 10, 2012
LOCATION AND SPECIFICS
The program takes place at:
Diocesan Pastoral Center(map) located at 290 South Arlington Ave. Reno, NV 8950.
Registration begins at 8:00AM and concludes at 8:00PM. Couples arriving after 9:00AM will not be admitted. They must stay for the entire day to receive the certificate. Couples need to bring their own lunch. Dress should be casual and comfortable.
PROGRAM COST
Program cost is $50.00 per couple (non-refundable) from the Diocese of Reno, and $60.00 per couple from outside the Diocese of Reno. The registration fee includes: Continental Breakfast, dinner, and program materials.
REGISTRATIONS: Download the Registration Form
Registrations are accepted by E-mail rociod@catholicreno.org or by telephone 775-326-9415 within Nevada 1 (800) 225-1866 Ext. 415 (between the hours of 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. Monday-Friday) One month in advanced is highly recommended.
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