Navigating Expectation Gaps Between Engaged Couples and the Parish

By |2026-08-13T16:52:34+10:00July 31st, 2026|Articles, eJournal, Engaged, Engaged (Proximate Formation), Marriage, Parish Resources, Wedding (Immediate Formation)|

Navigating Expectation Gaps Between Engaged Couples and the Parish Every parish priest who prepares couples for marriage knows the moment. A

Wedding Ceremony Planner (SmartLoving)

By |2026-03-02T13:45:24+11:00January 14th, 2026|Engaged, Engaged (Proximate Formation), Married, Professional, Wedding (Immediate Formation)|

SmartLoving Wedding Ceremony walks couples step by step through each stage of the Catholic wedding (with or without Mass). It includes: a) Explanation of the two forms (Nuptial Mass and Wedding Ceremony), b) Discussion of suitable music, dress and common cultural traditions, c) Options for the various prayers, d) Most common scripture readings and links to commentary, e) Printable PDF for recording their chosen readings, prayers and music.

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Engaged Group Experience (SmartLoving)

By |2026-03-02T13:45:25+11:00January 14th, 2026|Engaged, Engaged (Proximate Formation)|

SmartLoving Engaged Group Experience (SLE GX) is a resource for leaders who prefer live interaction with the participants. Based on the same dynamic curriculum of the SLE On Demand course, this 'teach out of the box' resource includes: a) Plug & Play videos with pause points for activities (stream or download for offline play back), b) Comprehensive Leader Guide with step-by-step instructions for each lesson, c) Assets for promotion and tips for hosting, d) Participant resources including print workbooks, access to videos quizzes, extension activities and completion certificate, e) Bonus participant resources include access to SL Fertility, SL Wedding Ceremony Planner, SL Newlywed.

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