The love between a husband and wife images for us the love of Christ and his church. What a powerful and awesome thing is the call to the sacrament of Marriage.
To assist couples to enter this sacrament, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia requires at least six months of formation prior to the reception of the sacrament.
Those who wish to receive the sacrament, please call the Parish Life Center at (610)459-2502 to make an appointment to see Msgr. Parlante to begin your sacramental preparation. Congratulations for responding to God's call to Love.
Pre-Cana Conferences - Marriage Preparation
Couples who are planning to be married are encouraged to attend a marriage preparation program at least 4-6 months prior to the wedding.
For a schedule of parishes that offer Pre-Cana, call the Family Life Office at (610) 660-9002.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
"And He was transfigured before them" (Gospel Reading)
Though not obviously not as glorious as Christ's transfiguration, most couples/religious return from a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend glowing from the renewal of their sacrament.
For more information, please call (800) 456-8330.
Retrouvaille
Retrouvaille is a program that helps couples in hurting marriages put the pieces back together and rebuild loving relationships. If your marriage is tearing the two of you apart, if there is little or no meaningful communication, Retrouvaille may be able to help you. For information call (800) 470-2230.
Catholic Social Services (Counseling)
Catholic Social Services has marriage, family and individual counseling available at the Downingtown Family Service Center on Tuesday and Wednesday between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. You may contact Joyce Kleiber, L.C.S.W. to schedule an appointment at (610) 269-4060.
Metropolitan Tribunal
Do you or someone you know have a problem with marriage in the Catholic Church because of a prior marriage which has ended in Divorce? The Tribunal is a group of specially qualified priests, sisters, and lay persons. Their responsibility is to come to the help of persons who are the victims of unfortunate marriage situations.
The annulment procedure is designed to study the history of the marriage and why it failed. It does not affix the blame. All interviews are private. Call (215) 587-3750.
SEPARATED & DIVORCED CATHOLICS support programs are held throughout the Archdiocese. To receive a listing of locations, you may call Family Life Office at (610) 660-9002. |
